Skoda Kodiaq

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• In 2016, the Skoda Kodiaq made its debut. It was an SUV that fit into the mid-size category and was meant to compete with vehicles like the Ford Kuga and Volkswagen Tiguan.

• The Skoda Kodiaq received its first makeover in 2021, which included a few new features and minor changes to the SUV's exterior appearance.

• In 2017, the Kodiaq received a makeover. A revised front-end design, new headlights, and new taillights were added to the facelift.

• 2018 saw the addition of a plug-in hybrid powertrain for the Skoda Kodiaq. A 1.4-litre gasoline turbocharged engine and an electric motor were combined in the plug-in hybrid vehicle's drivetrain.

• The Kodiaq was updated again in 2021 with multiple features, which include a new infotainment system, new safety features, and new exterior colours.

• The new Skoda Kodiaq 2023 is now available in India as a petrol-only SUV with three variants. It continues to compete with premium midsize monocoque SUVs such as the Jeep Meridian, Volkswagen Tiguan, Hyundai Tucson, and Citroen C5 Aircross. However, it is the only three-row monocoque petrol SUV in its price range.

• The Skoda Kodiaq is a good choice for families or those who need a car that can handle a variety of terrain. It is spacious, comfortable, and good value for money.

• The skoda Kodiaq is available in four colours, which are Moon White, Lava Blue, Graphite Grey, and Magic Black.

The price of Skoda Kodiaq ranges between ₹38.50L and ₹41.955L. The Skoda Kodiaq comes in 3 variants, and their price is:

• The Kodiaq Style is priced at ₹38.50L.

• The Kodiaq Sportline is priced at ₹39.92L.

• The Kodiaq L & K is priced at ₹41.95L.

Compared to the pre-facelifted version, the new Skoda Kodiaq looks only mildly revised, with minimal changes to its front fascia and minor tweaks to the front and rear bumpers.

• At the front, the new Skoda Kodiaq has a mildly-revised front grille. The grille now has tapered edges on the upper corners and dual slat-themed vertical inserts within.

• While the front grille has a chrome finish in Style and Laurin & Klement variants, it has a gloss-black finish in the Sportline variant.

• Skoda has also revised the look of the headlamps, which now have slightly curved inner edges. However, they remain all-LED headlamps, with daytime-running LEDs at their bottom.

• The front bumper of the new Kodiaq continues to have trapezoidal cornering fog lamps just below the headlamps. A large air dam is spread across its width.

• The side profile of the facelifted Kodiaq continues to be the same as the previous model. The SUV has angular window panels and a sharp crease flowing from the edge of the headlamp to that of the tail lamp.

• The design of the 18-inch alloy wheels in all three variants of the Kodiaq looks different. While Elbrus alloys are used in Style, Askella Anthracite dual-tone alloys are used in Sportline. Similarly, Trinity silver alloys are used in Laurin & Klement.

• The roof rails and window waistline have a gloss-black finish in Style and Sportline variants; while Laurin & Klement gets a chrome finish.

The rear profile of the Skoda Kodiaq continues to have crystalline-shaped, sharp-looking tail lamps with LED inserts. In higher-spec variants, the Kodiaq gets chrome surrounds for the exhaust ports.

Skoda offers the Kodiaq with leather upholstery as standard in all three variants. However, the upholstery designs are different for each. While Stone Beige is used for Style, Black Suidea with perforated seats is used for Sportline. Similarly, Stone Beige with perforated seats is used for Laurin & Klement.

• The AC vents have chrome surrounds in the Laurin & Klement and the Style variants. They have gloss black surrounds in Sportline.

• The Style and Laurin & Klement variants get a two-spoke multi-functional steering wheel, while the Sportline variant comes with a three-spoke multi-functional wheel. In all variants, the steering wheel is both tilt and telescopic adjustable.

• Skoda offers a full-TFT virtual cockpit instrument console. There is an 8-inch screen in Style and a 10.25-inch screen in the other two higher-spec variants.

• The front seats of the Skoda Kodiaq come with 12-way power adjustment in all three variants. However, the front seats in the Laurin & Klement also offer heating and cooling functions.

• The Kodiaq also offers a panoramic sunroof, adjustable front centre armrest, rear seat centre armrest and three-zone automatic climate control.

• For in-car entertainment, all three variants of Kodiaq come with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system. This is integrated with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a 12-speaker Canton audio system.

• Other standard features offered in Kodiaq are a wireless charger, sun blinds for rear windows, heated and powered rearview mirrors, a powered tailgate, cruise control, and a cooled glovebox.

• The cabin of the Skoda Kodiaq feels practical and spacious, with several storage compartments. These include twin gloveboxes, bottle holders, and map pockets in door panels.

The 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, the only engine option offered by Skoda Kodiaq in India, claims 190 PS of maximum power and 320 Nm of maximum torque.

• While Skoda hasn’t revealed 0-100 kmph acceleration timings for the Kodiaq, the SUV offers one of the quickest acceleration timings for its spiritful driving behaviour.

• The top-spec Laurin & Klement variant features dynamic chassis control with drive mode select. It consists of five modes – Eco, Normal, Sport, Snow, and Individual.

• The suspension combination offered by Kodiaq is:

• At the front: McPherson suspension with lower triangular links;

• At the rear: Multi-element axle with longitudinal and transverse links.

• Both front and rear suspension units feature torsion stabilisers, which are beneficial in keeping body roll in check. The standard 4x4 system offers an improved sense of traction and stability on all kinds of surfaces.

• With 18-inch alloy wheels, the Kodiaq rolls on 235/55 R18 tyres.