New Delhi, July 23 -- Amid rising global crude oil prices and an increasing push by automakers to expand their electric vehicle portfolios in India, Kia India on Thursday launched the Syros EV, its second mass-market electric vehicle built in the country, with prices starting at Rs 13.49 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Syros EV will go on sale across the country from July 30. The 42 kWh variant is priced at Rs 13.49 lakh, while the 51.4 kWh Extended Range version is available at Rs 16.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

The launch comes at a time when automobile manufacturers are accelerating EV introductions as elevated crude prices and the country's clean mobility push strengthen the case for electric vehicles. Automakers are also introducing flexible own...