Kias Syros EV Dominates Electric Car Sales
New Delhi, November 12: Kia’s most affordable electric car, the Syros EV, is performing exceptionally well in the Indian market. In October 2026, this single model accounted for approximately 63% of the company’s total electric car sales. This means that two out of every three customers who bought a Kia EV last month chose the Syros EV, resulting in 880 units registered in October. The company’s other electric vehicle, the Carens Clavis EV, lagged significantly behind. According to VAHAN registration data, Kia registered a total of 1,404 electric cars in October, which included 880 units of the Syros EV and 519 units of the Carens Clavis EV.
In contrast, the more expensive EV6 and EV9 models registered only 5 units combined. Compared to last October, Kia’s EV registrations have increased by 86.5%. In October 2025, the company registered 753 electric cars. However, the October figures show a slight decline compared to September 2026’s 1,437 registrations.
Syros EV Becomes Kia’s Top-Selling EV
The Kia Syros EV was launched in July 2026 at an introductory ex-showroom price of ₹13.49 lakh, making it the company’s most affordable electric car. This 5-seater compact SUV offers an alternative for customers who do not require larger 6 or 7-seater electric vehicles. Its boxy design may not appeal to everyone, but it provides ample cabin space.
Despite being under four meters in length, the Syros EV features sliding and reclining rear seats. Some variants also offer rear seat ventilation. In October, 880 units of the Syros EV were registered, nearly equal to September’s 878 units, indicating that its sales have remained around 900 units per month. This figure is approximately 70% higher than that of the Carens Clavis EV.
High Demand for Base Variant
When looking at the variants, the entry-level HTK of the Syros EV registered 455 units, which is more than half of the total sales. Following this, the HTX had 132 units and the X-Line had 116 units registered. This shows that customers prefer the more affordable variant. In terms of battery packs, the 42kWh version led with 562 units registered in October, while the larger 51.4kWh battery pack saw 318 units sold. In September, the figures for the 42kWh and 51.4kWh versions were 471 and 407 units, respectively.
ARAI Range of Up to 443 km
Kia reports that the ARAI range for the Syros EV with a 42kWh battery pack is 443 kilometers. Meanwhile, the version with the 51.4kWh battery pack offers a range of 526 kilometers. It is important to note that these figures are based on testing cycles, and real-world range may vary. Regarding pricing, the 42kWh version is priced between ₹13.49 lakh and ₹15.99 lakh, while the larger battery version starts at ₹16.99 lakh.