Skoda’s first SUV below 4m, Kylaq, unveiled
Skoda Auto India has launched its latest compact SUV Kylaq, marking the global debut of the new model ahead of its official launch in January 2025. Priced at a competitive starting price of INR 7,89,000, Kylaq is Skoda's first model to enter the segment. India's 4 million SUV market. Kylaq has a clear focus on the Indian market and aims to cater to the growing demand for compact SUVs, a segment that currently accounts for a large portion of new car sales in the country. Design and features The Kylaq brings a new design under Skoda's new 'Modern Three-dimensional' aesthetic, with a unique black grille, 3D ribs and redesigned headlights. With a length of 3,995 mm, a width of 1,783 mm, a wheelbase of 2,566 mm and a ground clearance of 189 mm, Kylaq has a rugged appearance and is suitable for urban and semi-rural driving. The model is available in five color options with a new Olive Gold finish…
Skoda’s upcoming Kodiaq VRS field testing reveals little
The second-generation Kodiaq will soon be available in vRS version, powered by the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine found in the latest Volkswagen Golf GTI go through Chris Chilton 19 hours ago Skoda's second-generation Kodiaq vRS has been spied testing in and around Germany's Nürburgring circuit. The sporty SUV could be powered by the 261-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine from the new Volkswagen Golf GTI and Octavia vRS, but with all-wheel drive. There has been no vRS model in the Kodiaq range since the Mk2 version debuted last autumn. When Skoda launched the new second-generation Kodiaq last autumn, there was one conspicuous absence from the range of petrol, diesel and hybrid SUVs: a sporty vRS model. Now, the Czech company is gearing up to fill that gap, and we've got a preview of the three-row SUV in prototype form. The vRS retains the split headlights and vertical grille slats from the base Kodiaq that debuted 12 months ago, but it pairs…
Skoda’s new Elroq EV aims at mainstream market
Skoda's electric vehicle range continues to expand with the launch of the new Elroq. This model is the successor to the Karoq and has a starting price of around 33,000 euros. Buyers will find a variety of powertrains, including a 282-horsepower Elroq 85 and a WLTP range of 361 miles. Skoda has taken the wraps off the new Elroq, which is billed as "the most affordable electric car in its segment, given its battery size and extensive standard equipment". While pricing varies by market, this model starts at £31,500 in the UK and costs around €33,000 in continental Europe. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP"){ adpushup.triggerAd("4d84e4c9 -9937-4f84-82c0-c94544ee6f2a"); } else{ adpushup.triggerAd(" 6a782b01-facb-45f3-a88f-ddf1b1f97657"); } }); When it goes on sale early next year, customers will find a modern solid design with a so-called "Tech-Deck Face." The latter replaces the traditional grille and is actually a gloss black panel that hides the sensors and front-facing…
Skoda’s new Elroq electric SUV is officially released
Skoda Auto has officially unveiled the Elroq, its all-new electric SUV, which will make its global debut in Prague on October 1. As a key addition to Skoda's electric car lineup, the Elroq is expected to combine the brand's signature practicality with cutting-edge electric car technology. The latest teaser gives us a glimpse at the exterior design of the upcoming electric car, which will be built on the MEB platform developed by the Volkswagen Group. The manufacturer has hinted at the model's styling elements on several occasions, hinting at it through sketches. Notably, the Elroq will be the company's first fully electric compact SUV and the first to feature the new "modern rugged" design language. With the premiere approaching, excitement is building for Skoda's latest move into an electrified future, giving people a glimpse of what the new model will bring to the electric car market. Here's what we know so far. Also read: Skoda Kylaq SUV to be unveiled…
Skoda’s new sports series models revealed
Skoda's new sports series models revealed Adding visual flair could be the main goal of the upcoming Skoda Sport range - Kushak and Slavia could be its targets Ahead of the festive season, many carmakers are looking to bring some freshness to their product portfolio. This is to boost sales and build up a certain volume at a time when the desire to own a new car is at its highest. Skoda is doing something similar. The Skoda Sport range was recently launched. Skoda's new sports series models revealed Skoda has two mainstream models in India: the Kushaq SUV and the Slavia sedan. Both the cars are based on the company’s MQB A0 IN platform, which is also shared by Volkswagen products. Excellent crash safety and strong performance are some of the features of the range. Skoda Sports Series teaser for India Now, Skoda plans to enhance the sportiness of the Kushaq and Slavia with a new sports series. The…
New Kaylaq lands in India, Skoda’s smallest SUV yet
Skoda chooses the name of the new model with the help of fans through a social media campaign Skoda's entry-level SUV for the Indian market is named Kylaq. The new model will be smaller than the Kushaq, measuring less than 4 meters in length. It will use the MQB A0 IN architecture and may be equipped with a 1.0 TSI engine. Skoda's upcoming small SUV for the Indian market has a name: Kylaq, chosen via an online vote. The Kylaq will slot below the India-made Kushaq as the new entry-level model in the Volkswagen Group brand's local range, both in terms of size and price. Initially teased in February 2024 via a front-end sketch, the Skoda Kylaq has now been revealed in profile in the latest teaser, showcasing the familiar silhouette and roof rails. The SUV will be the first Indian model to feature Skoda's modern three-dimensional design language, highlighted by its unique LED lighting signature. More: The new Skoda…
Skoda’s upcoming subcompact SUV to be named Kylaq
Skoda's much-anticipated subcompact SUV now has a new name - "Kylaq", which is derived from the Sanskrit word for "crystal". As previously reported, Skoda launched a "Name Your Skoda" campaign to solicit name suggestions from the public. The campaign requires that the name can only have two syllables and start and end with the letters "K" and "Q". Among more than 100,000 entries and thousands of different names, Skoda finally selected ten names, including Kariq, Kylaq, Kliq, Kyroq and Kwiq. Among these names, "Kylaq" finally stood out. Also read: Skoda Octavia vRS review: Rocket returns For those who are not familiar with the car, the Skoda Kylaq will officially enter the Indian small SUV market in 2025. It will compete with the Tata Nexon, Kia Sonet, Hyundai Venue, and Mahindra XUV 3XO. For more details on the upcoming Skoda model, keep reading. Skoda Kylaq: Engine The SUV will be based on the MQB A0-IN platform, which also underpins the Slavia,…
Skoda’s one-off super sleeper version
It may look like a regular Superb wagon, but its revised turbocharged 4-cylinder engine delivers nearly 500 horsepower. Skoda has unveiled a one-off station wagon based on the previous generation Superb. RE Performance boosted the 2.0 TSI to 470 horsepower and also upgraded the chassis setup. Dubbed the Sleeper Edition, the car was built to celebrate the success of the outgoing model. The Skoda Superb has just entered its fourth generation, but the outgoing model isn’t ready to quietly exit the market. Skoda UK has teamed up with RE Performance to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that pays homage to the “sleeper car” culture in a memorable farewell. The Sleeper Edition may look the same as a regular Superb Estate, but it packs serious performance and chassis upgrades under the hood. The highlight of the car is a redesigned 2.0-liter TSI engine that now produces an impressive 470 horsepower and 661 Nm of torque. For comparison, that’s more power than the…
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