Skoda India commenced bookings for the performance-focused Kodiaq RS SUV on June 22, and within six minutes of the booking window opening, all 50 units allotted for the Indian market were snapped up.
Why Is There So Much Hype Around Kodiaq RS?
The hype around the Kodiaq RS is largely due to the fact that there are very few performance-oriented 7-seater SUVs out in the market, making it something exclusive and an exciting option to grab. That said, it packs a punchy turbo-petrol engine, sportier design elements like a new 20-inch, 5-spoke dual-tone alloy wheels, blacked-out grille, more aggressive bumpers, blacked-out side mirrors, wheel arch cladding, & roof rails, and sport dual exhausts.
Inside, it features an all-black interior with red pin striping and stitching, RS-branded steering and sporty bucket seats, giving it a sporty vibe.
What’s Underneath The Hood?
Powering the Kodiaq RS will be a 2-litre, turbocharged petrol engine, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (DCT) and all-wheel drive system. It churns out 265PS of whopping power and 400Nm of peak torque, enabling the SUV to complete the 0 to 100 km/h run in just 6.3 seconds before hitting a top speed of 231 km/h.
Features Onboard
Similar to the standard Kodiaq, the RS version will also be loaded up to the brim, with key amenities including: –
- Acoustic windows for sound insulation
- Three-zone climate control
- Powered front seats with heating and ventilation
- Rear sunshades
- Electric tailgate
- Panoramic sunroof
- 12.9-inch touchscreen infotainment display with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- 13-speaker Canton sound system
- 10.25-inch digital driver’s display
- Dual wireless smartphone chargers
- 360-degree camera
- Front & rear parking sensors
- 9 airbags
- Electronic differential lock
- Electronic stability control
- ISOFIX child seat anchors
- Hill start assist
- Hill descent control
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
- Level-2 ADAS suite
Expected Price
Since the Kodiaq RS will be imported as a CBU (Completely Built Unit), we expect it to be priced at around Rs 60 lakh (ex-showroom).
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