New Skoda Kodiaq to Launch in India on April 17: What You Need to Know

Skoda Auto India is preparing to unveil the next-generation Skoda Kodiaq on April 17, 2025, bringing significant updates in design, technology, and safety. The SUV, first showcased at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, has already generated buzz with teasers released across Skoda’s official platforms and recent on-road sightings. This marks a pivotal update for Skoda’s flagship SUV in the Indian market.

Powertrain and Performance

The 2025 Skoda Kodiaq will be powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, capable of delivering 188 bhp and 320 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 7-speed DSG automatic transmission, with all-wheel drive (4×4) offered as standard. This setup ensures a powerful performance both on highways and rugged terrains.

Exterior Redesign: Bold, Refined, and Bigger

In line with Skoda’s Modern Solid design language, the new Kodiaq adopts a more muscular and commanding appearance. Key design updates include:

• New butterfly grille and angular LED headlamps with integrated fog lights

• Connected rear LED light bar across the tailgate

• A longer profile, now measuring 4,758 mm, up by 61 mm

• Sleek redesigned alloy wheels, available in 17- to 20-inch sizes

Despite the longer length, width (1,864 mm) and height (1,659 mm) are slightly reduced, while the wheelbase remains unchanged at 2,971 mm, ensuring interior spaciousness.

Tech-Packed Interior and Premium Features

Skoda has packed the new Kodiaq with state-of-the-art cabin tech and luxury features aimed at enhancing comfort and convenience:

• 13-inch touchscreen infotainment system

• 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster

• Heads-Up Display (HUD)

• Smart Dials for intuitive climate and media control

• 14-speaker Canton premium audio system

• Panoramic sunroof

• Ventilated and powered front seats with heating/cooling

• Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto

• Wireless charging & multiple USB Type-C ports

• Ambient lighting

Safety and ADAS Technology

The 2025 Kodiaq is a safety-forward SUV with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), including:

• Lane Keep Assist

• Adaptive Cruise Control

• Up to nine airbags

• Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

• Hill Hold Control & Hill Descent Assist

These features aim to provide a secure and confident driving experience in both urban and off-road conditions.

What This Means for the Indian Market

With its enhanced size, improved tech suite, and robust powertrain, the new Skoda Kodiaq will likely appeal to buyers seeking a premium family SUV with a balance of performance, luxury, and safety. It will compete with segment rivals such as the Toyota Fortuner, MG Gloster, and Volkswagen Tiguan, offering a more refined European alternative.