Citroen BasaltX vs Kia Syros (2026)
Citroen BasaltX (₹8.55 Lakh – ₹14.11 Lakh) and Kia Syros (₹8.42 Lakh – ₹15.82 Lakh) go head-to-head in the compact suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- Both start at almost the same price (within ₹0.13 Lakh of each other).
- The Kia Syros is the more powerful car, with 118 bhp against 108 bhp.
- The Kia Syros is more efficient on paper — up to 20.8 kmpl vs 19.5 kmpl.
- The Kia Syros has the better crash-test score: 5 stars vs 4.
- The Citroen BasaltX has the bigger boot: 470 litres vs 465 litres.
Specification Comparison
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Citroen BasaltX in short
The BasaltX is India's most affordable coupe-SUV — the sloping-roof Basalt launched in August 2024, refreshed as the X in September 2025 with six airbags standard, a new dashboard and more equipment. Power comes from an 82 PS 1.2 NA petrol or a 110 PS 1.2 turbo-petrol (190 Nm with the 6-speed manual, 205 Nm with the 6-speed torque-converter automatic), and its 470-litre boot is the biggest in the compact-SUV class. A 4-star Bharat NCAP rating and famously supple ride quality back its fight against the Tata Curvv, the only other coupe-SUV at this price.
Full BasaltX prices & variants →Kia Syros in short
Launched in early 2025, the Kia Syros slots between the Sonet and Seltos with boxy, EV3-inspired styling and a surprisingly premium cabin. It brings big-car features to the sub-4-metre class, including a panoramic sunroof, Level 2 ADAS and segment-first reclining-and-sliding rear seats with ventilation. A 5-star Bharat NCAP rating strengthens its case against the Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza and its own sibling, the Sonet.
Full Syros prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: BasaltX or Syros?
Both start at almost the same price (within ₹0.13 Lakh of each other). (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
BasaltX vs Syros — which is safer?
The Citroen BasaltX scores 4 stars and the Kia Syros scores 5 stars in NCAP crash tests.
Should I buy the BasaltX or the Syros?
Both start at almost the same price (within ₹0.13 Lakh of each other). The Kia Syros is the more powerful car, with 118 bhp against 108 bhp. The Kia Syros is more efficient on paper — up to 20.8 kmpl vs 19.5 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.