Kia Sonet vs Kia Syros (2026)
Kia Sonet (₹7.45 Lakh – ₹14.36 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).
- The Kia Sonet is more affordable — it starts ₹0.97 Lakh lower than the Kia Syros.
- The Kia Sonet is more efficient on paper — up to 24.1 kmpl vs 20.8 kmpl.
- Only the Kia Syros has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars).
- The Kia Syros has the bigger boot: 465 litres vs 385 litres.
Specification Comparison
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Kia Sonet in short
The Kia Sonet is one of the most feature-loaded sub-4-metre SUVs on sale, and its 2024 facelift sharpened the styling while making six airbags standard across the range. It remains the only car in its class to offer a diesel-automatic combination, giving it a unique selling point against the Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue and Mahindra XUV 3XO. The wide engine-gearbox matrix and segment-first features like ventilated seats and a 360-degree camera keep it a strong all-rounder.
Full Sonet 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: Sonet or Syros?
The Kia Sonet is more affordable — it starts ₹0.97 Lakh lower than the Kia Syros. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
Sonet vs Syros — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Kia Sonet — not yet tested; Kia Syros — 5 stars.
Should I buy the Sonet or the Syros?
The Kia Sonet is more affordable — it starts ₹0.97 Lakh lower than the Kia Syros. The Kia Sonet is more efficient on paper — up to 24.1 kmpl vs 20.8 kmpl. Only the Kia Syros has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars). Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.