Priority given to diesel and petrol for the Skoda Kodiaq
This page is translated from the original post "Priorité au diesel et à l’essence pour le Skoda Kodiaq" in French.
- 23/11/2023 7:54
The second-generation Skoda Kodiaq finally receives a hybrid powertrain but still favors combustion engines.
With the second generation of the Kodiaq, Skoda takes a new step with its large family 7-seater SUV. It now features a more aggressive design and even more space, especially for passengers in the third row. The interior layout is evolving toward more simplicity with a 12.9-inch touchscreen, a shift-by-wire gear selector on the steering column, and a smart combination of manual and digital controls. The Kodiaq will still be available with 2WD and 4WD options.
Limited Electrification
The lineup includes two gasoline engines and two diesel engines ranging from 110 kW (150 hp) to 150 kW (204 hp). The 2.0 TDI with 142 kW (193 hp) and the 2.0 TSI with 150 kW (204 hp) come standard with all-wheel drive.
Skoda finally offers a plug-in hybrid version, a first for the Kodiaq. This version boasts an electric range of over 100 kilometers. Skoda has thus deliberately prioritized the combustion engine for the launch of its new large SUV. No announcement has been made regarding the development of a broader hybrid range or an all-electric version at this time.
Technology and Sustainability
The second-generation Kodiaq features the use of sustainable materials and innovative technologies such as the second-generation Full Matrix LED headlights. The Kodiaq iV, Skoda’s first plug-in hybrid SUV, also offers a total power of 150 kW (204 hp) and a 100 km electric range.
The Pioneer of Skoda SUVs
As the first model in Skoda’s SUV lineup, the Kodiaq established the typical naming convention for all the Czech manufacturer’s SUVs: their names start with a “K” and end with a “q”. Thanks to its exceptional space accommodating up to seven passengers and its advanced technology, the Kodiaq quickly became one of Skoda’s flagship models. By the end of May 2023, 792,000 units had been sold across 60 countries. The largest markets for the large SUV are China with 160,000 units sold by late 2022 and Germany with 114,200 units. Next are the United Kingdom and the Czech Republic, with 47,200 and 42,400 units respectively. It has significantly contributed to Skoda’s development in international markets.
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