Skoda Kodiaq Facelift

  Skoda Kodiaq is confirmed and we expect it to arrive in the second half of 2017. This is Skoda’s biggest SUV till date and will rival the likes of the Hyundai Santa Fe in India.  

                  


                       The paid booking amount is refundable, in case customers want to cancel the order. With its India arrival, the all-new Skoda Kodiaq will take on the segment leaders – Toyota Fortuner and Ford Endeavour.  This new SUV will also compete against the Hyundai Santa Fe and other mid-sized premium SUVs. Skoda claims that its new 7-seater SUV makes a strong statement with impressive combination of powerful design, great functionali
ty, innovative connectivity solutions, state-of-the art assistance systems and generous cabin space.

 the Kodiaq offers a masculine yet premium appeal. In order to make it look elite from inside, the Czech Republic carmaker has loaded the car with a range of advanced connectivity and luxury features. The SUV gets four new infotainment system – Swing, Bolero, Amundsen and Columbus – the can be paired with smartphones via the SmartLink+ interface for Bluetooth.
     

                

 Skoda’s global SUV will be offered with both petrol and diesel engine options. While the petrol version will use a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder TSI unit, the diesel iteration will have a 2.0-litre TDI motor. The power and torque figure of the petrol engine stand at 177bhp and 320Nm respectively. The diesel mill is tuned for generating two state of power – 147bhp with 340Nm and 187bhp with 350Nm. All variants of the SUV will be linked to a 7-speed DSG auto box, supported with AWD (all-wheel drive system).



 Skoda says that the Kodiaq’s design conveys ‘strength and protection’. The Kodiaq 7 Seater Skoda SUV is based on the VW Group’s MQB platform. The Kodiaq is the biggest-ever SUV with a Skoda badge. The manufacturer says that the ‘Kodiaq’ name comes from ‘Kodiak’, which is a type of bear found in Alaska. For India, the Kodiaq SUV will be assembled at their facility in Aurangabad.

Initially, according to some reports, Skoda was to bring the Kodiaq to India only in early 2018. However, Skoda has now confirmed the 7-seater SUV will come to us in 2017. Test units of the upcoming SUV were spotted recently without any camouflage. Skoda has also listed the upcoming SUV on its official website.



The Kodiaq could have an ex-showroom price of roughly Rs. 27 lakh in India. The top-end model could cost Rs. 32 Lakh. Which means it will go head to head with the likes of the Toyota Fortuner. The high price of the Skoda Yeti turned out to be the biggest drawback of an otherwise capable product. So, Skoda should be looking to avoid doing the same to the Kodiaq at all costs. Skoda will also compete with the parent company Volkswagen’s Tiguan.

Skoda Kodiaq India Specifications

Engine	1.4-litre Turbo Petrol; 2.0-litre Turbo Petrol, 2.0-litre Turbo Diesel
Maximum Power	150 PS; 180 PS; 150PS/190 PS
Peak Torque	250 Nm; 320 Nm; 340 Nm/400 Nm
Transmission Options	6-Speed DSG Automatic, 6-Speed Manual, 7-Speed DSG Automatic
AWD	Optional

In India, however, the Kodiaq is likely to share its engines with the Octavia. It will be powered by a 1.4 TSI Petrol and a 2.0 L TDI Diesel. They will churn out around 150 PS & 250 Nm and 190 PS and 400 Nm respectively. Based on Volkswagen‘s MQB platform, this 7 Seater Skoda SUV is around 4.7 meters in length and has an optional all-wheel drive system. Transmission options will include a 6-speed manual, 6-speed DSG and a 7-speed DSG. The SUV is 4.7 metres in length, which means it is longer than the Yeti. Also, it gets three rows of seats.

Internationally, the Kodiaq will come with a hybrid powerplant, which gets a 1.4-litre Petrol and a couple of electric motors. However, we aren’t too sure if this engine option would make it to India.

Skoda Kodiaq Mileage

Engine	Mileage
1.8-litre TSI Petrol, 7-Speed DSG	Upto 15 km/l
2.0-litre TDI Diesel, 6-Speed DSG	Upto 20 km/l

Skoda Kodiaq Dimensions

Length	4,700 mm
Width	1,910 mm
Height	1,680 mm
Ground Clearance	168 mm
Wheelbase	2,790 mm

Skoda Kodiaq Features

Exterior Features

• Body Coloured Bumpers
• LED Headlamps
• Chrome Grille
• Foglamps
• Skid Plates
• Electric Sunroof
• Body Cladding
• Stylish Alloy Wheels
• Roof Rails
• Tailgate-mounted Rear Spoiler
• Dual Exhaust
• LED Taillamps

Interior Features

This seven-seater has plenty of space on the inside with three rows of seats as can be seen in the images. Markets such as ours prefer having a third row of seats as an option, a feature Yeti misses out on. Skoda is likely to manufacture both 5-seat and 7-seat variants of the Kodiaq.

• Leather Upholstery
• 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment with Google Earth
• Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, MirrorLink and SmartGate
• Dual Zone Automatic Air Conditioning
• Rear Aircon Vents
• Electric Adjustments for Front Seats
• Integrated Infotainment System
• CD/FM/USB/AUX/iPOD/ Bluetooth Connectivity
• Multi-function Steering Wheel
• Wireless Phone Charging
• Tilt and Telescopic Adjustment for Steering Wheel
• 6 Airbags
• Area View Cameras
• Tow Assist System
• Parking Distance Control with Braking

The interior is a reflection of the exterior. The Kodiaq’s interior boasts a ‘democratic’ character, which means equal importance will be given to every occupant. The cabin has been divided very symmetrically.The interior design theme of the Kodiaq interior seems similar to the latest generation Superb. The Kodiaq 7-seater Skoda SUV will come loaded with features. The dashboard, the steering wheel, the instrument console, everything seems to be inspired from the Superb. From the looks of it, there should be ample space in the third row for a couple of passengers.

The concept vehicle sports two large, flat 16-inch screens surrounded by vertically-positioned air outlets. Production-spec Kodiaq might give individual screens a miss. The manufacturer will pay huge attention to the practicality and user-friendliness of the cabin. Not only this, the Kodiaq is also likely to offer voice and gesture-based controls. The seats will be covered in high-quality Nappa leather. The Vision S concept’s steering wheel hub and bits of its centre console are made from hand-cut Czech crystal glass. However, this feature might not make it to the production-spec Kodiaq. But it is sure to get ambient lighting.