Some SUVs are there to maintain the status symbol while others offer you all sorts of luxury and comfort. Unlike the Fortuner that is known for its ruggedness, the upcoming Skoda Kodiaq will be coming to India with a motive to be your family car. With a German build, luxurious cabin and a powerful petrol engine, it will be competing against some full-size SUVs that are available here.
Planning to buy an SUV? Let’s check out if one should wait for the 2022 Kodiaq or not.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Updated Kodiaq will make its Indian debut by January 2022.
- To be available with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder TSI petrol unit.
- Will be getting cosmetics as well as feature updates for MY22.
2022 Skoda Kodiaq
What’s new?
Globally, Skoda has decided to offer Kodiaq in three different trim levels, namely – SportLine, L&K and RS. Of course, that means that there might be some minor differences among all three of them and most of them are literally cosmetic ones.
Coming to the common updates when compared to the outgoing model of Kodiaq, this new one comes with a reprofiled bumper, sleek LED headlamps, functional roof rails and a rear spoiler among others. According to the Czech brand, even the wing mirrors and alloy wheels have been updated to make the SUV look fresh.
The cabin of the 2022 Kodiaq sticks to the brand’s latest design language. Starting with the dashboard, it will now sport a 2-spoke steering wheel, a fully digital instrument cluster and a 9.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Skoda has also decided to upgrade the music system therefore, a new 10-speaker Canton surround sound system have been added to enhance the overall experience.
Globally, Kodiaq is available with either a 5 or a 7-seater version. However, in India, we expect only the latter one to make its debut. For your information, the updated SUV will now be featuring massage and heated function for the front seats.
Engine
For now, Skoda has decided to offer a sole 2.0-litre four-cylinder, turbocharged petrol engine on the new Kodiaq. According to the spec sheet, this unit is capable of churning out a decent 190PS and 320Nm while being paired to a 7-speed DSG gearbox as standard. Interestingly, the power on the updated Kodiaq will be channelled to all four wheels.
Alternatives
In India, Skoda Kodiaq will be competing with other full-size SUVs including – Toyota Fortuner, Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace and MG Gloster. Want to learn more about its prime rival? Check out all the details related to it down below.
Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace
The underpinnings of the updated Kodiaq and Tiguan AllSpace are almost similar. Starting with the engine, Tiguan AllSpace uses a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol unit with overall output rated at 190PS and 320Nm. In terms of features, it comes loaded with a fully digital instrument cluster, large panoramic sunroof, powered front seats, seven airbags and connected car tech to name a few.
Specifications
| Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace | |
| Engine | 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol |
| Power | 190PS |
| Torque | 320Nm |
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| Price (ex-showroom, Delhi) | Rs.34.20 Lakhs |