Source : INDIA TODAY NEWS

Skoda Auto India showcased a range of vehicles at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, held at Bharat Mandapam. The company’s lineup featured eight models.

The carmaker showcased the company’s first sub-4 metre SUV, the Kylaq. Apart from this, Skoda also showcased Kushaq Monte Carlo, Kodiaq, Superb, Octavia Vrs, Elroq and Vision 7S.

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Skoda Kylaq

The Kylaq, Skoda’s first sub-4-metre SUV designed specifically for India. The Kylaq is powered by a 1.0 TSI engine, the Kylaq offers both manual and automatic transmission options and recently achieved a 5-star safety rating in the Bharat NCAP crash tests. A customised version of the Kylaq was also displayed with over 30 accessories, including UV-protect sun blinds, spill-proof mats, and illuminated puddle lamps.

Skoda Kushaq Monte Carlo

The Monte Carlo edition of the Skoda Kushaq featured a new deep black colour option in this variant, just like the Kylaq, the Kushaq also has a 5-star Global NCAP safety rating. Apart from this, the Monte Carlo edition is tweaked with with refreshed cosmetic and interior enhancements.

Skoda Kodiaq

This seven-seat 4×4 SUV retains the essence of its predecessor’s exterior design while incorporating notable updates. The signature grille design remains, but the SUV now features sleeker LED headlight units and a redesigned front bumper. At the rear, the design is more refined, showcasing connected C-shaped tail lights with Skoda lettering across them, along with a refreshed rear bumper for a modern and polished look.

Skoda Superb

As a generational update, the new Skoda sedan debuts a completely redesigned interior and exterior while maintaining its signature elements. These familiar features include the iconic butterfly-pattern grille, sleek LED headlights with sharp DRLs, and wraparound LED tail lights, ensuring it stays true to its identity. The cabin of the new Superb showcases a dual-tone theme enhanced by silver accents throughout. It also features physical dials for climate control and is equipped with a distinctive 2-spoke steering wheel.

Skoda Octavia vRS

The Skoda Octavia vRS facelift features a signature butterfly grille, updated headlights, and revised bumpers. It is equipped with LED Matrix headlights and LED tail lights. The vRS stands out with blacked-out elements, including the grille and outside rear-view mirrors (ORVMs). Its lowered stance, combined with 18-inch alloy wheels. Inside, the cabin features an all-black theme with red stitching on the black leatherette seats, complemented by a refreshed interior layout. Key features include a 13-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, as well as a 10-inch digital instrument cluster. Under the hood, the Octavia vRS is powered by a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder turbo-petrol engine delivering 265bhp and 370Nm of torque.

Skoda Elroq

The Elroq is Skoda’s global EV offering. The Elroq’s front gets block-pattern daytime running lamps (DRLs), that are merged with the black panel in place of the traditional radiator grille. The black panel conceals sensors, including radar and a front camera. The horizontal headlamps are built into the car’s front bumper and sit beside the wide opening for the air dam. The vehicle comes with LED headlights as standard, with the option for advanced LED Matrix headlights. The tail lamps on the Elroq are similar to other models from Skoda. The SUV also features a black roof-mounted spoiler. The Å koda Elroq is available in four variants, each offering distinct battery capacities and performance outputs. Globally the Elroq comes with different variant. The level Elroq 50 is equipped with a 55 kWh (52 kWh net) lithium-ion battery, delivering 168bhp and 310Nm of torque. It offers a claimed range of over 370km. The mid-spec Elroq 60 features a slightly larger 63kWh (59 kWh net) battery. It produces 201bhp and 310Nm of torque, with a claimed range of over 400km. The Elroq 85 is powered by an 82kWh battery and a rear motor that generates 282bhp and 545Nm of torque. The claimed range is over 560km. The top-spec Elroq 85x adds an additional motor on the front axle, providing all-wheel drive capability. It shares the same 82 kWh battery and combined power output of 282bhp and 545Nm, with a claimed range of over 560km.

Skoda Vision 7S

The Vision 7S was showcased in a matte olive green exterior colour. The front fascia showcases Skoda’s signature grille and bumper design. The interior adopts a minimalist approach, featuring concept car elements and an oval-shaped steering wheel, and a clean, uncluttered layout.

Published By:

Soumya

Published On:

Jan 18, 2025

SOURCE :- TIMES OF INDIA