Kia Syros EV vs Hyundai Inster EV: Price, Range, Specs & Features Comparison

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Kia Syros EV vs Hyundai Inster EV

KIA

Syros EV

₹13.50 - 20 Lakh

Hyundai

Inster EV

₹12 - 15 Lakh

Kia Syros EVVSHyundai Inster EV Only differences

The scoreboard

Top pick

Kia Syros EV

Longest range
Fastest charging
Most powerful
More boot space

Hyundai Inster EV

Most affordable

Based on SEV score and how each EV scores on price, range, battery, charging time, speed, power and boot space.

Key numbers

Syros EVInster EV

Starting Price

₹13.50 - 20 Lakh

₹12 - 15 Lakh

Real-World Range

420 km

N/A

Battery

42/51.4

42/49

DC Charging Time

39 Mins

90 Mins

Top Speed

150 km/h

Peak Power

126 kW

85.5 kW

Boot Space

390 L

238 L

Range reality check

Kia Syros EV

Claimed526 km

Real-world420 km

Hyundai Inster EV

Claimed369 km

Claimed range is the lab figure. Real-world range is what SearchEV expects in everyday Indian conditions.

Key Highlights

Kia Syros EVHyundai Inster EV

Price

₹13.50 - 20 Lakh

₹12 - 15 Lakh

Expected Launch

–

15 November 2026

NCAP Safety Rating

5 Star

–

Claimed Range

526 km

369 km

True Range

420 km

N/A

Top Speed

150 km/h

Battery Capacity

42/51.4

42/49

Peak Power

126 kW

85.5 kW

Boot Space

390 L

238 L

DC Charging Time

39 Mins

90 Mins

AC Charging Time

4-5 Hrs

4 - 4.35 Hrs

Battery Warranty

Lifetime battery warranty

8 years or 1,60,000 km (Exp)

Pros & Cons

Kia Syros EVHyundai Inster EV

What's good

Unique, boxy styling that grabs attention immediately.
Multiple battery choices let buyers balance their budget against range anxiety
Comfortable rear seat with slide and recline function

Gets an impressive range in both variants.
Gets a sleek and unique design.
Get a stable and comfortable riding experience.

What's not good

The price range is very competitive
11 kW AC charger sold separately
Top variants are priced close to larger electric SUVs

The top speed could have been better.
The build quality could have been better.
The cabin can be narrow.

Dimensions & Capacity

Kia Syros EVHyundai Inster EV

L x W x H (mm)

3995 x 1805 x 1670

3,825 × 1,610 × 1,575

Wheelbase

2550 mm

2580 mm

Ground Clearance

190 mm

169 mm

Turning Radius

–

5.3 m

Frunk Space

16 L

–

Front Storage Space

16 L

–

No. of Doors

Seating Capacity

Kerb Weight

–

1423

Cargo Space

–

1,059 L

Loading Capacity

–

410 kg

Battery & Motor

Kia Syros EVHyundai Inster EV

Battery Type

Lithium-ion

Fast Charging

Yes

Detachable Battery

Motor Type

PMSM

Motor Power

126 kW

85.5 kW

Max Torque

255 Nm

147 Nm

Transmission

Automatic

Drive Type

FWD

Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)

Drive Modes

Eco, Normal, Sport

Eco / Normal / Sport / Snow

Regenerative Braking

3 Levels + i-Pedal

4 Levels (Paddle-adjustable regenerative braking with i-Pedal)

Performance

Kia Syros EVHyundai Inster EV

Acceleration (0-100)

Acceleration (0–100) in 8.1 seconds

(0-100) in 10.6

Steering, Suspension & Brakes

Kia Syros EVHyundai Inster EV

Steering Type

Electric

Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS)

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Height & Reach Adjustable

Front Suspension

McPherson Strut with Coil Spring

MacPherson Strut

Rear Suspension

Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring

CTBA – Coupled Torsion Beam Axle

Front Brake

Disc

Ventilated Disc Brakes

Rear Brake

Disc

Solid Disc Brakes

Tyres & Wheels

Kia Syros EVHyundai Inster EV

Tyre & Wheel

215/ 60 R16 & 215/55 R17

185/65 R15 with 15-inch wheels / 205/45 R17 with 17-inch alloys

Low Rolling Resistance Tyres

Yes

Charging

Kia Syros EVHyundai Inster EV

AC Charger

3.3 kW, 15A plug socket

2.3 kW, 15A plug socket

AC Charging Time

13–17 hours

16-19 hours

Wallbox Charger

11 kW home wall box charger

11 kW On-Board Charger

Wallbox Charging Time

4–5 hours

4 - 4.35 hours

DC Fast Charger

100 kW DC fast charger (10% to 80%)

50 kW

DC Fast Charging Time

39 minutes

90 min

Warranty

Kia Syros EVHyundai Inster EV

Battery Warranty

15-year / unlimited-km lifetime warranty for the first user.

8 years or 160,000 km

Vehicle Warranty

3-year / unlimited km vehicle warranty

5 years & unlimited

Top Features

Kia Syros EVHyundai Inster EV

Top Features

Double D-Cut Steering Wheel
31.24 cm (12.3”) HD Touchscreen
Shark Fin Antenna, Integrated Spoiler
360-degree camera
Vehicle to Load (V2L)
Onyx Black & Hunter Green Leatherette Seats

LED daytime running light signature
LED projection headlamps
Two-tone exterior with a contrasting black roof
10.25-inch digital cluster
10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen with navigation
A wireless charging dock

Exterior

Kia Syros EVHyundai Inster EV

Exterior

Kia Signature Digital Tiger Face
Star Map LED DRL, Ice Cube LED MFR Headlamps
Starmap LED Combination Tail Lamps
LED Front Fog Lamps, LED High Mounted Stop Lamp
R16 – 40.56 cm (16”) Crystal Cut Dual Tone Aero Alloy Wheels
Streamline Door Handles
Glossy Black Outside Rear View Mirror
Glossy Black Front & Rear Skid Plates with Body Colored Aero Inserts
Glossy Black Garnish Type Roof Rails
Side Door Garnish with Body Color Accents
Shark Fin Antenna, Integrated Spoiler
Rear Wiper and Washer
LED Rear Turn Signal
Metal Print Crash Pad Garnish
R17 – 43.66cm (17”) Crystal Cut Dual Tone Aero Alloy Wheels
Auto Streamline Door Handles

Bold SUV-Inspired Design
Parametric Pixel LED Rear Lamps
LED Daytime Running Lights
Full Projection LED Headlamps*
15-inch Alloy Wheels
17-inch Alloy Wheels*
Rugged Wheel-Arch Cladding
Power-Folding ORVMs
Heated ORVMs*
Rear Privacy Glass*
Electric Glass Sunroof*
Roof Rails on INSTER Cross
Cross-Specific Bumpers & Skid Plate*
High-Roof EV Silhouette

Interior

Kia Syros EVHyundai Inster EV

Interior

Cloud Blue & Grey Semi-Leatherette Seats
Double D-Cut Steering Wheel
Onyx Black & Off-White Leatherette Seats
Double D-Cut – Dual Tone Leatherette Wrapped Steering Wheel
Dual Pane Panoramic Sunroof
Leatherette Wrapped Side Door Trims & Armrest
Sporty Metal Pedals
Front Ventilated Seats
Rear Ventilated Seats (Seat Only)

Flat EV Floor
Four-Seat Cabin
Fold-Flat Front Seats*
Fold-Flat Rear Seats
Sliding Rear Seats – Up to 16 cm
Reclining Rear Seats*
Heated Front Seats*
Heated Steering Wheel*
64-Colour Ambient Lighting*
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Adjustable Head Restraints
High-End Steering Wheel with Pixel Lights
Flexible Centre Console
Rear Centre Cupholders / Storage
Up to 351 L Adjustable Boot Space
Up to 1,059 L Cargo Capacity with Seats Folded

Performance

Kia Syros EVHyundai Inster EV

Performance

42 kWh Standard Range Battery
49 kWh Long Range Battery
71.1 kW Motor – 42 kWh
85.5 kW Motor – 49 kWh
147 Nm Torque
Front-Wheel Drive
Up to 229 Miles / ~369 km WLTP Range
0–100 km/h in 11.7 sec – 42 kWh
0–100 km/h in 10.6 sec – 49 kWh
140 km/h Top Speed – 42 kWh
150 km/h Top Speed – 49 kWh
Eco / Normal / Sport / Snow Drive Modes
Adjustable Regenerative Braking
i-Pedal One-Pedal Driving
Around 30-Minute 10–80% DC Fast Charging
Vehicle-to-Load Capability up to 3.6 kW

Infotainment & Tech

Kia Syros EVHyundai Inster EV

Infotainment & Tech

31.24cm (12.3”) HD Display Instrument Cluster
31.24 cm (12.3”) HD Touchscreen
12.7cm (5”) Touch Screen – Fully Automatic Air Conditioner Contro
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
4 Speakers & 2 Tweeters
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
Harman Kardon Premium 8 Speakers Sound System

10.25-inch Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch Centre Touchscreen
Built-In Navigation
Smartphone Mirroring
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Bluelink Connected Car Services
Online Voice Recognition
Live Charging Station Information
Wireless Smartphone Charging*
Hyundai Digital Key 2 Touch*
Smartphone App Connectivity
Bluetooth Connectivity
USB Charging Ports
Customisable Digital Cluster Layout
Connected Navigation Services
Remote Vehicle Information

Convenience

Kia Syros EVHyundai Inster EV

Convenience

Shift-by-Wire (SBW) – Column Type
Paddle Shifters for i-Pedal & Regen Braking
Smart Key with Push Button Start
Electric Power Steering with Tilt Adjust
Drive Mode Select [Eco/ Normal/ Sport]
C-Type USB Charger (Front x2 and Rear x2)
Front 12V Power Outlet
Portable Charging Cable
Floating Console with Premium Sliding Cover, Retractable Cup Holders & Open Storage
Electric Adjust Outside Mirrors with Auto Fold & LED Turn Signal
All Door Power Windows with Illumination
Rear Door Sunshade Curtains, Frunk with Cover
Front Passenger Adjustable Headrest, 2nd Row Bench Type Seat
Front Center Armrest with Storage, Sunglass Holder
Rear AC Vents, Seatback Pocket (Passenger)
Auto Light Control with Headlamp Escort Function
Virtual Engine Sound System, Day and Night Rear View Mirror
Burglar Alarm, Immobilizer, Central Locking
Rear View Camera with Dynamic Assistance
100W C-Type USB Charger (front x1)
All Door Window Up/Down with Smart Key
60:40 Split Rear Seats with Slide & Recline Function
Rear Centre Armrest with Cup Holders
Rear Adjustable Headrests, Rear Deffoger, Rear Parcel Shelf
LED Personal & Map Lamps
Seatback Pocket (Driver), Luggage Lamps
Kia Connect 2.0@, Over-the-Air (OTA) Software Updates
Day & Night Rear View Mirror with Kia Connect 2.0 Controls
Smart Dashcam with Dual Camera (With Mobile App) Only in HTX+ ER
Auto Antiglare Rear View Mirror with Kia Connect 2.0 Controls
Battery Heating System
4-Way Power Driver Seat
Wireless Phone Charger
Front Parking Sensors x4
1st Row 64 Color Ambient Mood Lighting
1st Row LED Footwell Lamps
Onyx Black & Hunter Green Leatherette Seats
Side Parking Sensors x4
V2L- Vehicle to Load [Internal]
Puddle Lamp with Kia Logo Projection, Digital Key
Front Passenger Airbag On/ Off Switch
Front Passenger Airbag On/ Off Indicator
Rear Occupant Alert
Rollover Sensors
360° Surround View Camera
Blind View Monitor (BVM) in Instrument Cluster