Citroen BasaltX vs Kia Syros vs Skoda Kylaq (2026)
The classic compact suv shortlist, settled with numbers (October 2026):
- Pick the Citroen BasaltX if you want the biggest boot (470 L).
- Pick the Kia Syros if you want the most power (118 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 20.8 kmpl), the best crash-test score (5 stars).
- Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the lowest starting price (₹7.59 Lakh).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
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 →Skoda Kylaq in short
The Kylaq is Skoda's first sub-4-metre SUV and its most affordable car in India, aimed squarely at the Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet. Every variant gets the willing 115 PS 1.0 TSI turbo-petrol, giving it the strongest driving manners in its class. A five-star Bharat NCAP result seals its family-car credentials.
Full Kylaq prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
BasaltX vs Syros vs Kylaq — which should I buy?
Pick the Citroen BasaltX if you want the biggest boot (470 L). Pick the Kia Syros if you want the most power (118 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 20.8 kmpl), the best crash-test score (5 stars). Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the lowest starting price (₹7.59 Lakh). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among BasaltX, Syros, Kylaq?
The Skoda Kylaq starts lowest at ₹7.59 Lakh, against ₹8.42 Lakh for the Syros and ₹8.55 Lakh for the BasaltX (ex-showroom, October 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Citroen BasaltX: 4 stars; Kia Syros: 5 stars; Skoda Kylaq: 5 stars.