Skoda Kodiaq 2025 Launched at ₹46.89 Lakh: A New Era of Luxury SUVs

Friends, let me tell you, the second-generation Skoda Kodiaq has just launched in India, and it’s available in two trims: the Sportline starting at ₹46

89 lakh and the Laurin & Klement (L&K) at ₹48

69 lakh (both prices ex-showroom)

The new Kodiaq may look similar to its predecessor, but it’s actually a completely new model with evolutionary design, a new interior packed with features, and a little more power under the hood

Bookings are now open, and deliveries will start on May 2

So, if you're interested, now’s the time to act, friends! Friends, let me tell you, under the hood of the new Kodiaq is a 204hp, 2

0-litre turbo-petrol engine that delivers 320Nm of torque

This is an upgrade of 14hp over the previous version, but the torque remains the same

The Kodiaq comes with a 7-speed DCT gearbox and standard all-wheel drive on both trims

Skoda claims a fuel efficiency of 14

86 km/l

When it comes to the exterior design, friends, the new Kodiaq has a slightly rounder look compared to the old model, which was sharper

It still has the split headlamps, but now with new LED daytime running lamps that extend into the grille

The bumper gets functional air vents, and the bonnet has new, more muscular power bulges

The wheelbase remains the same, but the car is 59mm longer than the previous model

The Sportline trim gets a more sporty look with blacked-out features and a unique design for the alloys

Inside, friends, let me tell you, the Kodiaq’s cabin is completely redesigned

The dashboard has a new winged design, and the 13-inch floating touchscreen is the centerpiece

There’s a new 10-inch digital display for the driver, and the rotary dials for the HVAC system have been retained, but they now also control volume and drive modes

The front seats on the L&K trim get massage functions and ventilation, while the Sportline trim gets sporty bucket seats

Friends, let me tell you about some of the new features that make this Kodiaq even more luxurious

You get a panoramic sunroof, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 13-speaker Canton sound system, 3-zone climate control, and an electric tailgate with gesture control

The safety features are top-notch, with 9 airbags, ESC, hill start assist, multi-collision brake, and more

As for the competition, friends, the new Kodiaq will go up against rivals like the Jeep Meridian, Nissan X-Trail, and the Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line

For its price, it also competes with the Hyundai Tucson and Citroen C5 Aircross

So, if you're in the market for a luxurious midsize SUV, this Kodiaq should definitely be on your list!