Kia India has launched the Syros EV with prices starting at Rs 13.49 lakh, ex-showroom. The Syros EV will go on sale across Kia dealerships in India from July 30.The Syros EV is available with two battery pack options. The entry-level 42 kWh version is priced from Rs 13.49 lakh, while the larger 51.4 kWh Extended Range variant starts at Rs 16.99 lakh, both ex-showroom. The line-up is spread across seven variants, with the top-spec X-Line ER priced at Rs 19.99 lakh.It can be equipped with either a 42 kWh battery that offers an ARAI-certified range of 443 km and a larger 51.4 kWh battery that delivers 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 has a 10.8 kW onboard AC charger, battery conditioning and EV-specific functions such as regenerative braking with i-Pedal mode, Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) and Battery Heating System.A major highlight of the Syros EV is its ownership package. Kia offers a Lifetime High Voltage Battery Warranty covering 15 years with unlimited kilometers, along with a guaranteed buyback program that promises up to 80 percent 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 car from Rs 7.99 lakh with battery charges starting at Rs 3.3 per kilometer. In addition, the My Convenience e-Plus package combines 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-liter front. On the safety front, it is equipped with Level 2 ADAS with 16 autonomous functions, along with six airbags, ESC, hill-start assist, 360-degree camera, blind view monitor and a total of 25 standard safety features.