Skoda Auto India has officially commenced customer deliveries of the second-generation Kodiaq, its flagship seven-seater SUV. Launched at a starting price of Rs 46.89 lakh (ex-showroom), the premium SUV is now available for test drives and bookings across over 280 Skoda dealerships nationwide.
The all-new Kodiaq arrives in India as Skoda celebrates 25 years in the country and 130 years of its global legacy. It is offered in two variants:
- Sportline – Rs 46.89 lakh
- Selection L&K – Rs 48.69 lakh
Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Skoda Auto India, said, “The all-new Kodiaq embodies precision engineering, luxury, and seven-seat versatility with 4×4 capabilities. The overwhelming response since its unveiling reflects its appeal, and we’re thrilled to begin deliveries, marking a key milestone in our growth journey in India.”
The SUV is locally manufactured and built on the MQB37 platform. Measuring 4,758mm in length, 1,864mm in width, and 1,679mm in height, the new Kodiaq offers a 2,791mm wheelbase. It delivers an ARAI-certified mileage of 14.86 km/l and has a ground clearance of 155mm when fully loaded.
Powering the 2025 Kodiaq is a 2.0-litre TSI petrol engine producing 204PS and 320Nm of torque, mated to a 7-speed DSG automatic transmission with an all-wheel-drive system — the same setup as the Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line.
The Kodiaq features a flexible three-row layout and impressive cargo space:
- 281 litres with all seats up
- 786 litres with the third row folded
- 1,976 litres with the second and third rows folded
Design & features
Design elements include LED Crystallinium headlamps with a welcome function, a horizontal LED light strip across the grille, and a full-width red strip at the rear. The Sportline variant sports glossy black highlights, while the L&K gets premium dark chrome touches.
Seven exterior colour options are on offer, with Bronx Gold exclusive to the L&K and Steel Grey exclusive to the Sportline. Interior choices vary by variant – Sportline gets an all-black cabin, while the Selection L&K features Cognac leather upholstery.
The cabin is loaded with premium features such as a 13-inch infotainment touchscreen, multifunction smart dials for climate and media controls, a repositioned gear selector behind the steering wheel, rear tablet holder, and ergo front seats with pneumatic massage.
Additional highlights include:
- Panoramic sunroof
- Noise-reducing acoustic windows
- Rear window sunblinds
- Nine airbags
- 725W Canton audio system with 13 speakers and a subwoofer
Warranty & after-sales
Skoda is offering the Kodiaq with a compreheginsive after-sales package, including:
- 5-year/1.25 lakh km warranty
- 10 years of complimentary roadside assistance
- 1-year Skoda Supercare maintenance plan at no additional cost
With the Kodiaq now available alongside the recently launched Kylaq and Kushaq, Skoda’s SUV lineup in India is complete. The new Kodiaq rivals the Toyota Fortuner, MG Gloster, and Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line in the premium SUV segment
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