Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Skoda Kodiaq Discontinued in India: Whatโ€™s Next?

Skoda Auto India has discontinued the sales of Kodiaq SUV in India. It is expected to be reintroduced in May this year, in a new-generation avatar.

For those unaware, the last version of Skoda Kodiaq sold in India underwent a facelift update in January 2022. However, globally, it has already received a generation change, and it is expected to hit our shores in mid-2025. The upcoming new-gen Kodiaq was also showcased at the 2025 Auto Expo.

Also Read: Skoda Kylaq Review: Highlights from Our Test Drive

About 2025 Skoda Kodiaq

The new-gen Skoda Kodiaq features a refreshed look inside and out, along with new features and powertrain options.

Starting with the exterior, the 2025 Skoda Kodiaq doesnโ€™t look very drastically different from the outgoing model. However, bits like sharp cuts & creases, upward front facia with a wider grille, newly designed alloys, a new sleeker lighting system, more prominent shoulder lines and โ€˜Skodaโ€™ lettering at the new tailgate give it a fresh appeal. In fact, it draws its styling inspiration from the brandโ€™s new design philosophy called the โ€˜Modern Solidโ€™.

Changes on the inside are more crucial than the exterior. Having said that, it features a newly designed, minimalist layered dashboard design with a 13-inch free-floating infotainment system and three rotary knobs with integrated display (called Skoda Smart Dials) taking centre stage. It also features a new 2-spoke steering with SKODA lettering, an uncluttered lower centre console and a floating 10.25-inch digital driverโ€™s display. The other notable features include: โ€“

  • A premium Canton sound system
  • Multi-colour ambient lighting
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Tri-zone climate control
  • Ventilated & heated seats
  • Two wireless charges with a cooling function
  • Powered front seats
  • Type-C charging ports
  • Nine airbags
  • Hill start & descent assist
  • Electronic parking brakes with auto-hold
  • ADAS suite

Underneath the hood, the new Skoda Kodiaq offers multiple powertrains globally, including a 150PS 1.5-litre turbo-petrol with mild-hybrid tech, a 204PS 2-litre petrol with AWD, and a 2-litre diesel in 150PS (FWD) and 193PS (AWC) tunes. However, the key highlight is the 1.5-litre plug-in hybrid powertrain, paired with a 25.7 kWh battery, offering 204PS and up to 100 km of pure electric range. However, which of them will be offered in India is still a question.

Expected Price and Rivals

Skoda is expected to price the new Kodiaq around Rs 45 lakh (ex-showroom), positioning it against the Jeep Meridian, MG Gloster, and Toyota Fortuner.

Also Check: Mahindra Scorpio N Carbon Launched At Rs 19.19 Lakh

Car News

2025 Kia EV6

Kia Offering Massive Discounts of Up To Rs 15 Lakh This Onam

0
Kia India has announced huge offers on its select cars for the upcoming Onam festival, with benefits of up to Rs 15 lakh in...
MG Hector discounts

MG Offering Special Prices and Financing Offers On Hector and Astor

0
To mark its 6th anniversary in India, MG Motor has rolled out a host of celebratory offers, including a special limited-period pricing, 100% on-road...

Tata Harrier, Safari Adventure X Persona Variants Launched At Rs 18.99 Lakh

0
Tata Motors has launched the all-new Adventure X persona variants for its flagship SUVs, the Harrier and Safari, at Rs 18.99 lakh for the...

Skoda Kylaq, Kushaq and Slavia Get New Limited Edition Variants

0
Skoda has completed 25 years in the Indian market and to celebrate this, the Czech Republican brand has launched new Limited Edition variants for...

Related Articles

Skoda Kylaq, Kushaq and Slavia Get New Limited Edition Variants

Skoda has completed 25 years in the Indian market and to celebrate this, the Czech Republican brand has launched new Limited Edition variants for...

Kia Offering Massive Discounts of Up To Rs 15 Lakh This Onam

Kia India has announced huge offers on its select cars for the upcoming Onam festival, with benefits of up to Rs 15 lakh in...

Hyundai Offering Benefits Worth Rs 4 Lakh This August

Hyundai India has announced savings of over Rs 4 lakh in August 2025 on its select cars, including the premium SUVs like Tucson and...

2025 Nissan Magnite Kuro Launched โ€“ All You Need To Know

Nissan India has introduced the Magnite Kuro edition, a special all-black version of its popular compact SUV. Priced from Rs 8.31 lakh to Rs...

Triumph Thruxton 400 Launched In India At Rs 2.74 Lakh

Triumph Motorcycles has officially launched the Thruxton 400 in India at an ex-showroom price of Rs 2,74,137. It is built on the brandโ€™s locally...