Introduction
Skoda Auto India has unveiled its latest compact SUV, the Skoda Kylaq, designed for the Indian market. Built on the same platform as the Kushaq and Slavia, this sub-4-meter SUV offers competitive pricing, starting at ₹7.89 lakh (ex-showroom).
Variants
The Skoda Kylaq will offer multiple trims, each with various features to cater to diverse customer needs. Bookings open on December 2, with the complete variant list and pricing expected at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025.
Colours
This SUV will be available in five different colours: Olive Gold, Tornado Red, Carbon Steel, Brilliant Silver, and Candy White.
Exterior
The Kylaq features a bold, boxy look with Skoda’s signature butterfly grille and split headlights that align with its Modern-Solid design language. Low overhangs enhance its compact, urban-friendly appeal, while 17-inch alloy wheels are available on higher trims.
Engine and Power
Powering the Kylaq is a 1.0-liter turbocharged petrol engine, which it shares with the Slavia and Kushaq. The engine pairs with either a 6-speed manual or an automatic transmission, sending power to the front wheels for balanced performance.
Interior Features
The interior of the Kylaq offers a spacious, comfortable cabin with options for single-tone or dual-tone colour schemes. Key interior highlights include:
- Seating: Six-way motorised front seats with ventilation (in select trims)
- Electric Sunroof: Available in select variants
- Cruise Control: Available on select trims
- Leatherette Seats: Optional on higher trims
- Boot Capacity: 446 litres, expandable to 1,265 litres with rear seats folded
Infotainment and Technology
The Kylaq’s technology setup includes a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, compatible with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. An eight-inch digital cockpit displays essential driver information such as speed, tire pressure, and cruise control settings.
Safety Features
Skoda Kylaq comes with a suite of 25 active and passive features, including:
- Airbags: Six airbags across all variants
- Multi-Collision Brake: Automatically engages brakes in an accident
- Rollover Protection: Enhances vehicle stability
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Improves handling
- ABS with EBD: Ensures effective braking control
- Electronic Differential Lock: Provides better traction
Skoda has tested the Kylaq extensively on over 800,000 km of Indian roads to ensure it is well-suited for local driving conditions.
Dimension
- Length: 3995 mm
- Width: 1975 mm
- Height: 1575 mm
Rivals
The Kylaq competes with established models in the sub-4-meter SUV segment, including the Hyundai Venue, Tata Nexon, Kia Sonet, Mahindra XUV3XO and Maruti Suzuki Brezza.
