Skoda’s all-new Kodiaq SUV was debuted in Berlin last year. The launch of Skoda Kodiaq 2017 in India is confirmed and it is expected to arrive in the second of 2017. This is Skoda’s biggest SUV till date and will compete with Hyundai Santa Fe in India. Booking for the 2017 Kodiaq has started.
Skoda Kodiaq Launch in India
| Model Name | Expected Launch Date |
| 7 Seater Skoda Kodiaq India Launch Date | Festive Season 2017 |
India has to wait another 5-6 months for the launch of Kodiaq.
Skoda Kodiaq Price in India
| 2017 Skoda Kodiaq 7 Seater SUV | Estimated ex showroom Price |
| Base Petrol 4×2 | Rs. 27 lakh |
| Top Petrol 4×4 | Rs. 31 lakh |
| Base Diesel 4×2 | Rs. 29 lakh |
| Diesel 4×4 Automatic | Rs. 35 lakh |
We are expecting prices to start from Rs. 27 lakhs. Pricing of the Kodiaq will be same as the Hyundai Santa Fe, which sells for Rs. 28.54 to 31.96 lakh. With Rs. 51,000 you can book Kodiaq.
Skoda Kodiaq India – Rivals
- Hyundai Santa Fe
- Ford Endeavour
- Toyota Fortuner
- Chevrolet Trailblazer
- Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
While it will be directly competing with the Hyundai Santa Fe, in terms of cost, it will also compete with other SUVs like the Fortuner and the Endeavour. Also, it will rival Volkswagen Tiguan.
Skoda Kodiaq India Specifications
| Engine Type | 1.4 L TSI Petrol | 2.0 L TDI Diesel |
| Power | 150 PS | 190 PS |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 6 speed Manual/6 speed DSG Automatic | 6 speed Manual/7 speed DSG Automatic |
| Mileage (estimated) | 15-16 KMPL | 18-19 KMPL |
For international markets, the Kodiaq will have choice of 1.4 L TSI petrol and 2.0 L TSI petrol and 2.0 L TDI Diesel engine options. The Kodiaq for Indian market will probably feature the 1.4 L petrol and 2.0 L diesel engine options. The petrol motor makes about 150 PS and 250 Nm while the diesel makes 190 PS and 350 Nm. Both petrol and diesel variants of the Kodiaq in India will feature manual and automatic transmission options.
Skoda Kodiaq India Mileage
| Skoda Kodiaq Petrol | Skoda Kodiaq Diesel | |
| City | 11 KMPL | 13 KMPL |
| Highway | 17 KMPL | 20 KMPL |
| Overall ARAI Mileage | 15-16 KMPL | 18-19 KMPL |
Skoda Kodiaq India Dimensions
| Length | 4697 mm |
| Width | 1882 mm |
| Height | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2791 mm |
Wheelbase 2791 mmSkoda Kodiaq India Price Rs 27 lakh; Launch Date – September 2017-skoda-kodiaq-india-dimensions
Skoda Kodiaq India – Features
- LED Headlamps
- LED Tail lights
- Engine start/stop system
- Driving Mode Select – Comfort, Normal, Sport, Eco and Individual
- Brake energy recovery
- Three rows of seats
- 6.5 inch or 8 inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Triple Zone automatic climate control
- Dynamic Chassis control
- Electric boot lid with virtual pedal
- Front and rear parking sensors, area view and Manoeuvre Assist
- Wireless charging
- Ten Speaker Canton Sound System
- SmartLink featuring Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Mirror Link
- Wireless phone charging
Skoda Kodiaq India – Colour Options
- Pacific Blue
- Magnetic Brown
- Candy White
- Business Grey
- Brilliant Silver
- Black Magic
We’re not sure how many colour options will be available for the SUV in India.