Kia Unveils Syros Flex-Fuel Concept in India With Ethanol-Capable Engine
· Automobile · Zee News, RushLane, CarDekho
Kia has showcased the Syros flex-fuel concept in India, built around a 1.0-litre, three-cylinder turbo-petrol engine with direct injection that can operate on pure ethanol. The company has not yet released power or torque figures for the modified powertrain. The Syros is already on sale in India as a subcompact SUV, and the flex-fuel version signals Kia's exploration of alternative fuels for the domestic market. India has been pushing ethanol blending in petrol as part of its broader clean-fuel policy, with E20 fuel already being rolled out. Pricing and a possible production timeline for the flex-fuel Syros have not been disclosed.
Why it matters
Indian buyers evaluating the Syros SUV lineup gain a clearer signal that ethanol-compatible models could reach showrooms, potentially lowering running costs where pure ethanol is available and aligning with India's E20 blending push. Carmakers' commitment to flex-fuel tech also affects fuel retailers, sugar-cane-based ethanol producers, and policymakers tracking emissions targets.
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