Skoda has launched the powertrain particulars for the second-generation Kodiaq SUV forward of its international debut later this yr. While the photographs shared by Skoda are camouflaged, the Czech producer has given many particulars about its flagship SUV’s second era. 

1. Second-gen Skoda Kodiaq will get a plug-in hybrid powertrain
2. Its 1.5 TSI engine will get a mild-hybrid system
3. New Kodiaq will get a 12.9-inch touchscreen

New Skoda Kodiaq powertrains

The Kodiaq will now get a plug-in hybrid powertrain with a 150hp, 1.5-litre TSI engine mated to a 25.7kWh battery. Combined, it should produce 204hp and will likely be mated to a 6-speed dual-clutch computerized gearbox. The plug-in hybrid, which will likely be referred to as the Kodiaq iV, can have a variety of greater than 100km, as per Skoda. 

The 1.5 TSI may even energy the entry-level Kodiaq, however there it should get a mild-hybrid system and a 7-speed dual-clutch computerized. Skoda will supply another petrol engine choice – a 204hp, 2.0-litre TSI that may include a 7-speed dual-clutch computerized and a four-wheel drive system. 

Internationally, Skoda may even supply two diesel powertrains. Both will get a 2.0-litre TDI engine mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch computerized gearbox. The entry-level model will produce 150hp, whereas the higher-spec engine will produce 193hp and in addition get a four-wheel drive system. 

New Skoda Kodiaq exterior, dimensions

The camouflaged photos don’t reveal the total design of the second-gen Kodiaq, nevertheless it does trace at a few of the components. The SUV will get a brand new grille that appears much like those seen on the Slavia and Kushaq, nevertheless, it will get thicker, vertical slats. The Kodiaq continues with the spilt headlamp design and now a matrix LED unit. The entrance bumper might be seen with a radar sensor, hinting that it may include an ADAS suite. The bumper can be seen with an air curtain beneath the headlamps.

Skoda has additionally redesigned the glasshouse of the Kodiaq with the upwards kink within the window line after the rear doorways. The second-gen Kodiaq may even have a redesigned D-pillar and a brand new search for the tail-lights. 

The second-gen Kodiaq measures 4,758mm in size – 61mm and 59mm longer than earlier than in comparison with the 5-seat and 7-seat variations, respectively. Other dimensions stay the identical – 1,864mm width, 1,657mm peak and a wheelbase of two,791mm. Third-row passengers will now have 15mm extra headroom, at 920mm. The 5-seat model can have a boot area of 910 litres and the 7-seat model’s boot area will vary between 340-845 litres. 

New Skoda Kodiaq inside and options

While the photographs Skoda launched are solely of the second-gen Kodiaq’s exterior, the carmaker has revealed some options. It will now get a steering column-mounted drive selector. The upcoming Kodiaq may even get a brand new 12.9-inch touchscreen with a show cleaner in addition to a heads-up show. 

The Kodiaq may even get a brand new storage compartment for the rear seats the place it should now get a cup holder within the central tunnel. The second-gen mannequin will proceed to get the door edge protector and an umbrella storage compartment within the driver’s door. Skoda says the Kodiaq will proceed to supply 5- and 7-seat configurations. 

Skoda Kodiaq in India

Skoda India at the moment sells the first-gen Kodiaq’s facelift, which is priced between Rs 37.99 lakh and Rs 41.39 lakh (ex-showroom, India). It rivals the Toyota Fortuner, MG Gloster and Jeep Meridian in India. 

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