Skoda Kodiaq SUV announced; heading to India in 2017

Automobile manufacturer Skoda has finally unveiled its SUV called Kodiaq. While pricing details aren’t available just yet, Skoda has made it official that it will be bringing its SUV to India in 2017. Autocar India claims that Skoda Kodiaq will launch in India in September 2017.

The Kodiaq gets its name from the Kodiak bear which is found in Alaska. The vehicle has been derived from the Vision S concept that debuted at the 86th Geneva Motor Show back in March.

Coming to the design, the Kodiaq SUV features some sharp lines as per previous teasers . The design is influenced by Czech cubism and features plenty of cuts and straight lines but retains the recent change in Skoda’s design philosophy that is also evident in the new Superb sedan.

The 3D-front grille adds to the sharp looks and so do the tail lights and the headlamps both of which get the LED treatment.

Moving to the internals, the Kodiaq is based on Volkswagen’s MQB platform and weighs in at just 1,452kgs.

The interior is fairly simple but packs in a few modern hints like the black dash you see in the image above. Still then it seems like a subtle version of the SUV’s exterior. It is however practical, one that which Skoda claims, offers a larger than average space compared to other SUVs.

The five seat model offers 2.065 litres of boot space while the seven seat option will deliver 720 litres.

The Kodiaq will be offered in two TDI variants and three TSI variants. The petrol engine will be a 2.0-litre unit that develops 177bhp, while the more powerful diesel will also be a 2.0 litre engine capable of delivering 189bhp. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual gearbox or DSG transmissions that will arrive with six or seven speeds.

The Skoda Kodiaq will be offered in three trim levels Active, Ambition and Style.