Apart from the all-new exterior and interior design, the Kodiaq also gets a host of powertrain options globally, including a plug-in hybrid

The 2024 Skoda Kodiaq has finally made its global debut, featuring an evolved exterior design, fresh cabin, plenty of new features and multiple powertrain options. This is the first major update for the Skoda flagship SUV since its launch in 2016. Here are 5 things you should know about the second-generation Skoda Kodiaq.

All-new Design

While the design of the new Skoda Kodiaq is significant, it still retains typical Skoda design elements such as the butterfly grille design. However, the new Kodiaq now features a sleeker split headlight setup upfront, along with a redesigned lower bumper that incorporates a honeycomb design pattern. That air dam now flows into the sides of the bumpers with air curtains.

Along the profile, the 2024 Kodiaq has a lot of resemblance to the outgoing version, but things change when you move towards the C-pillar and the base windowline rises up for a tapered aesthetic. The updated SUV also features newly designed 20-inch alloy wheels. At the rear, the new Kodiaq now gets C-shaped connected LED taillights and a new bumper. Here too, we can see the evolution of the SUV’s exterior to be sleek and sharp.

Offers More Boot Space

The existing Skoda Kodiaq offers a boot space of 270 litres with all three rows up. Now the seven seater variants of the 2024 Kodiaq boasts a boot space of 340 litres with all three rows in use. That’s 70 litres more boot space than before. When the third-row seats are folded, its boot space figure increases to 845 litres, again an increment of 80 litres here.

Revamped Cabin

Skoda has completely changed the cabin of the new-generation Kodiaq, which not only features a multi-layered dashboard layout, but also utilizes sustainable materials inside the cabin. The main highlight is the free-standing 13-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The drive selector is now on a stalk behind the steering wheel for a cleaner centre console. Meanwhile, the climate control section below the central vents now features multifunctional rotary dials with informative colour displays.

Other features onboard include a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, ambient lighting, a branded audio system, powered front seats, ventilated and heated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, a wireless phone charger (for two at a time), and USB-C fast chargers. It also gets a heads-up display for the first time as an optional extra.

In terms of safety, the 2024 Skoda Kodiaq includes up to nine airbags, electronic stability control, hill hold assist and ABS with EBD. The updated Skoda SUV also features advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) like automated emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, lane assist and parking assist functions.

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A Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain Option

The new-gen Skoda Kodiaq comes with a variety of powertrain options, including a plug-in hybrid powertrain. Their specifications have been detailed below.

The plug-in hybrid powertrain is equipped with a 25.7kWh battery pack, enabling a 100km electric-only range. Additionally, it boasts fast charging capabilities of up to 50kW. It is unclear how many of these powertrain options will be available when Skoda offers the new-gen Kodiaq in India. 

Expected India Launch & Price

Skoda could launch the new Kodiaq in India in June 2024, and its prices are expected to start from Rs 40 lakh (ex-showroom). In India, it will take on the Toyota Fortuner, Jeep Meridian, and MG Gloster.

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