Kia Ciros EV launched: Up to 80% buyback, BaaS option and 526 km range |

Kia India has launched the Syros EV at a starting price of Rs 13.49 lakh, ex-showroom. The Syros EV will be available for sale across Kia dealerships in India from July 30.Syros EV is available with two battery pack options. The entry-level 42 kWh variant is priced at Rs 13.49 lakh, while the larger 51.4 kWh extended range variant is priced at Rs 16.99 lakh, ex-showroom. The line-up is spread across seven variants, with the top-spec X-Line ER priced at Rs 19.99 lakh.It may have a 42 kWh battery that offers an ARAI-certified range of 443 km and a larger 51.4 kWh battery that offers a claimed range of 526 km. Power comes from a front-mounted electric motor that produces 171 PS, while the larger battery variant can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 8.1 seconds. Kia also claims a DC fast-charging time of 39 minutes for a 10-80 percent charge using a 100 kW charger. The SUV also features a 10.8 kW onboard AC charger, battery conditioning and EV-specific functions like regenerative braking with i-pedal mode, vehicle-to-load (V2L) and a battery heating system. One of the major attractions of the Ciros EV is its ownership package. Kia is offering a 15-year lifetime high voltage battery warranty with unlimited kilometres, along with an assured buyback program promising 80 per cent resale value after three years under introductory terms. The company has also introduced a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) program, allowing customers to purchase the vehicle from Rs 7.99 lakh onwards with battery payments starting at Rs 3.3 per kilometre. Additionally, the My Convenience E-Plus package includes maintenance, extended warranty and roadside assistance.Inside, the Syros EV gets a 30-inch Trinity Panoramic Display that combines a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 5-inch climate control display. Other highlights include wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Kia Connect 2.0 with over 95 connected features, OTA updates, a Harman Kardon eight-speaker audio system, ventilated front and rear seats, a panoramic sunroof, a 4-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, ambient lighting, a smart dashcam and a 16-litre front trunk. On the safety front, it is equipped with Level 2 ADAS, which includes six airbags, ESC, hill-start assist, a 360-degree camera, blind view monitor and 16 autonomous functions for a total of 25 standard safety features.