For a long time, there were reports about the second generation of Skoda’s most popular SUV car Skoda Kodiaq. Which has now been showcased at the India Mobility Global Expo 2025. This car has been designed in a much better design than its old model. Along with this, small and big upgrades have also been made in its features.
Skoda has launched its 7 seater Kodiaq SUV in India. The company has launched Kodiaq in diesel engine. Its price has been kept at Rs 34.49 lakh. In the Indian market, it will compete with Toyota Fortuner, Ford Endeavor, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, Isuzu MU-X and Volkswagen Tiguan. Let’s take a detailed look at the price and features of the new Skoda Kodiaq SUV car.
Skoda Kodiaq SUV New Features
Skoda Kodiaq has a large front grille, LED daytime running lights and 18-inch wheels with LED headlamps. Kodiaq 7 seater Skoda SUV is built on the Volkswagen Group’s MQB platform. Kodiaq is the largest SUV to date, which has been given the Skoda badge. As interior features, the car has a touchscreen infotainment system equipped with navigation, Apple CarPlay and Android. Along with this, it has umbrellas in door pockets, panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting and hands free parking assist.
Talking about power specifications, the company has given a 1968cc 2.0 liter turbo diesel engine in this car. This engine will generate 148bhp of power at 3,500rpm and 320Nm of torque at 1,750-3,000rpm. The turbo diesel engine is equipped with a 7-speed DSG automatic transmission. The company claims that this car will give a mileage of 16.25kmpl.
Design of the New Skoda Kodiaq SUV
To give the car a different look, its exterior and interior look has been upgraded. The new Kodiaq has been fitted with new updated butterfly grilles, horizontal light bar and sharp and silk matrix LED headlight setup. The silhouette installed in the new design on the side makes its design absolutely new. 20-inch alloy wheels will be seen in this new upgraded SUV car.
Many changes will also be seen in the interior. The car has been designed in 5 seater and 7 seater layout. In which you will get to see up to 910 liters of boot space, new dashboard, free standing 13 inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay 10 inch instrument cluster and all other necessary features. The passengers sitting inside will feel very premium.
Engine of the New Skoda Kodiaq SUV
No major changes have been made in the engine of the car. The same 2.0 liter diesel engine of the old model has been installed in it. Which gives a power of 261 bhp and a torque output of 400 Nm. This new SUV car will reach a maximum speed of about 230 kmph. Which can touch the speed of 0 to 100 kmph in just 6.3 seconds. In which a range of 13.32 to 17 kilometers per liter will be available.
Price of the New Skoda Kodiaq SUV
Currently the new Skoda Kodiaq SUV car has been showcased at the India Mobility Global Expo 2025. Which will likely be officially launched in India by April 2025. With which the exact prices of the car will be revealed. This car will likely be launched at an ex-showroom price of Rs 40 lakh. Which will compete directly with cars like Toyota Fortuner and MG Gloster.
Conclusion
The new Kodiaq will be launched in India as a petrol-only offering in mid-2025. The SUV will continue to be powered by the 2.0-litre, EA888 four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine that produces 188 bhp and 320 Nm of torque. If you have any question regarding this post, then you can tell us by commenting in the comment box given below. Your feedback and suggestions are welcome as always. Thank you.
