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Autocar journal 17 April: on sale now

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This week in Autocar, we element Alfa Romeo’s new BMW M3-beater, drive Skoda’s Swiss military knife, and discover out why the boss of Jeep is bullish in regards to the firm’s future.

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The subsequent Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio will arrive in 2026 as its most potent automobile thus far, nudging 1000bhp and on-board AI that may tweak its dealing with – now we have each element. We additionally check out Alfa’s long-awaited new SUV, the Milano, because it appears to focus on a ‘new technology’ of patrons.

Meanwhile at Mercedes, the EQS has been handled to a brand new face and vary boosted by 11% – we have got the lowdown on the BMW i7 rival.

The best-selling Nissan Qashqai has additionally obtained a gentle facelift to carry it consistent with the electrical Ariya, full with sharper strains and a brand new face impressed by Japanese samurai helmets.

We additionally cowl Porsche’s determination to maintain the Boxster, Cayman and Macan on sale within the UK, and why Aston Martin is about to maintain combustion powertrains for so long as it will possibly.

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The new Skoda Kodiaq has arrived greater and swisher, providing seven-seat petrols and diesels and, for the primary time, a plug-in hybrid. We discover out if it nonetheless has the enduring enchantment of the outgoing automobile.

BMW’s best-seller, the X3, has been given an overhaul in each division – we head to France to drive a pre-production prototype.

Speaking of prototypes, the Audi RS E-tron GT has been given a spread of updates with the promise of being a extra well-rounded and dynamic GT. Does it fulfil that billing? 

Omoda, the Chinese agency planning an offensive on UK shores, is heading for our markets with a competitively priced rival to the Hyundai Kona, merely known as the 5. We drive the plug-in hybrid and electrical model to see what’s what.

Elsewhere in a packed opinions part, we’re testing three model new Volkswagens, the Aston Martin DB12 Volante, and the Citroen C5 Aircrews Hybrid.

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New Jeep CEO Antonia Filosa understands what makes the American model totally different. James Attwood hears how he plans to show it into a world success story.

Horiba MIRA, the 80-year-old automotive validation station, is reworking itself right into a one-stop car improvement store. Matt Saunders takes the tour.

Opinion

Matt Prior discusses the federal government’s determination to look into headlight glare and the nifty resolution he has give you. He additionally talks in regards to the SMMT’s name to halve VAT on EVs.

Steve Cropley, in the meantime, riffs on the attractive and daring Wells Vertige, the revival of the Vauxhall Frontera, and the way a nook of the Bicester Heritage circuit has been given a well-recognized title.

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Skoda Superb Makes A Comeback, Launched In India At Rs 54 Lakh

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Skoda’s flagship sedan returns to India in virtually precisely the identical avatar through which it left

Skoda Superb Launched

  • Gets the identical 2-litre turbo-petrol engine that makes 190 PS and is paired with a 7-speed DSG transmission.

  • It comes with the identical exterior and inside design because the mannequin discontinued in 2023.

  • Loses sunroof, however provides a driver-knee airbag and dynamic chassis management with drive modes.

  • New color choices are – Rosso Brunello and Water World Green, in addition to Magic Black.

  • Priced at Rs 54 lakh (introductory, ex-showroom).

After its discontinuation final yr, the Skoda Superb has returned to India in virtually the identical model through which it left. The Skoda Superb in India is priced at a wopping Rs 54 lakh ex-showroom, and presents the identical options, powertrain, and design which was supplied earlier than it was discontinued. While we had been hoping to get the new-generation Superb, which was globally unveiled final yr, we must make do with what Skoda is providing. Here is what the Skoda Superb will get.

Price

Variant

Ex-showroom Price

L&Okay AT

Rs 54 lakh

Same Design

Skoda Superb Front

Nothing has modified by way of design. It will get the identical grille, rectangular LED headlamps with L-shaped DLRs, a glossy bumper and a fog lamp setup housed within the bumper related by a skinny chrome strip.

Skoda Superb Rear

The facet profile showcases its size and it’s also possible to spot a skinny chrome strip throughout the window line. Skoda now presents the Superb with 18-inch alloy wheels, in distinction to the 17-inch ones within the discontinued model. At the rear finish, the sedan will get glossy LED taillights related by a chrome strip and a slim bumper with chrome garnish.

Familiar Cabin

Skoda Superb Cabin

This model of the Superb has a easy but elegant inside, though now dated by design, and the cabin could be had in a black and brown theme. The dashboard homes slim AC vents, the centre console is completed in gloss black, and there’s a two-spoke steering wheel. The cabin will get chrome parts across the AC vents, on the centre console, on the doorways and on the steering wheel. Skoda has upgraded the rear consolation with the Power Nap bundle that provides the outer rear headrests adjustable wings for head assist whereas sleeping, in addition to a blanket.

Features & Safety

Skoda Superb Touchscreen

In phrases of options, it will get a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, three-zone local weather management, a totally digital driver’s show, 12-speaker 610W Canton sound system, 12-way electrically adjustable entrance seats with reminiscence perform for the motive force’s seat, ventilated entrance seats with cooling and heating, and therapeutic massage perform for driver seat. However, the Superb now doesn’t include a sunroof. It now comes with dynamic chassis management with drive modes.

Also Read: Toyota Taisor Launched In India, Prices Start From Rs 7.74 Lakh

In phrases of security, it presents 9 airbags, ABS with EBD, digital stability management (ESC), tyre stress monitoring system (TPMS), hill maintain help, entrance and rear parking sensors, and a 360-degree digicam. It additionally will get Park Assist for semi-autonomous parking help with auto braking.

Powertrain

Skoda Superb 7-speed DSG

Engine

2-litre turbo-petrol

Power

190 PS

Torque

320 Nm

Transmission

7-speed DSG

Drivetrain

FWD

The Superb continues to come back with the identical engine choice: a 2-litre turbo-petrol unit with a 7-speed DSG transmission. Internationally, this powertrain was additionally supplied with an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system, however that’s not on supply with the India-spec Superb.

Rivals

Priced at Rs 54 lakh (ex-showroom), the Skoda Superb has just one rival in India, and it’s the Toyota Camry hybrid. It may also be thought of a value-for-money various to luxurious sedans from manufacturers like Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and BMW. This model of the Superb may also be rather a lot rarer than any rival or various, as Skoda is bringing in solely 100 items to the nation. Deliveries will start later this month.

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This 720 Horsepower Skoda With An Audi RS3 Engine Is Absurdly Quick

We do not get Skodas within the United States. And by “we,” I imply my fellow American colleagues and the vast majority of Motor1‘s viewers. But I’m lucky sufficient to dwell in Europe, the place Skodas are a typical sight on each road nook. The firm’s flagship mannequin is the Superb, however this one is not any unusual model of the Czech range-topper.

A previous-generation mannequin within the wagon physique type, this pre-facelift Superb hides an Audi secret below its hood. While Skoda offered the automobile completely with four-cylinder engines, this inexperienced machine ups the cylinder depend to 5. Yes, it has a 2.5 TFSI unit from an Audi RS3. The engine from Ingolstadt makes about 400 horsepower in inventory type, already a wholesome increase of 120 hp in comparison with probably the most potent Superb supplied by Skoda throughout this technology.

The inline-five has been massaged to ship a bonkers 720 hp and 830 Nm (612 lb-ft) of torque, subsequently turning an in any other case mundane midsize wagon into an absolute rocket. The sleeper household property was pushed onerous on an unrestricted part of the German Autobahn the place it wanted simply 3.32 seconds to hit 62 mph (100 km/h).

As if that wasn’t spectacular sufficient, it accomplished the 62 to 124 mph (100 to 200 km/h) dash in 6.06 seconds, reaching a 0-124 mph (0-200 km/h) run in simply 9.38 seconds. The quarter-mile took 10.77 seconds. Flat out, it nearly reached the magical 300 km/h (186 mph) mark. You can see the speedometer simply gave up after 260 km/h (162 mph), refusing to go any increased.

Back when emissions laws weren’t as strict, Skoda was promoting the Superb with greater than 4 cylinders. The first-generation mannequin for the reason that Volkswagen Group took over had V6 gasoline and diesel engines whereas its successor had a 3.6-liter VR6. The unique Superb supplied throughout the Thirties and Forties had an enormous ol’ 4.0-liter V8 in addition to a wide range of inline-sixes.

In 2024, the just lately launched Superb is a four-banger affair, topping out at 265 horsepower for probably the most potent mannequin of the lot. Sadly, Skoda has by no means supplied a high-performance RS version however this man constructed one for himself by cramming in an RS3 engine.

It’s an ideal all-rounder because it’s quick, sensible, spacious, and has respectable tech, with out shoving big screens in your face. The styling will not set your pulse racing however within the age of overdesigned vehicles, the sometimes understated Skodas are deemed as elegant by some of us, yours really included.

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Skoda India Sub-4m SUV Confirmed To Arrive In 2025

Skoda’s first EV for India, the Enyaq iV, has additionally been confirmed to go on sale in 2024 itself

Skoda India's future plans announced

  • New sub-4m SUV confirmed for launch by March 2025; first design sketch teaser out.

  • Names shortlisted for it embody Skoda Kariq, Skoda Kwiq, and Skoda Kyroq.

  • Kushaq Explorer idea additionally showcased; will not be launched as an official product.

After introducing the Skoda Kushaq and Slavia as a part of the ‘India 2.0’ venture, the Czech carmaker has now revealed the subsequent stage of the roadmap for our market. It sees Skoda coming into the hotly contested sub-4m SUV section in India, at the moment dominated by the likes of the Tata Nexon and Maruti Brezza. Let’s see what Skoda has in retailer for India over the subsequent couple of years:

A New Sub-4m SUV

Skoda's new sub-4m SUV design sketch teaser

Certainly probably the most thrilling information to come back out from Skoda’s newest announcement was the affirmation of a brand new sub-4m SUV, which as per Skoda, will likely be “accessibly priced.” It will see Skoda enter a hotly contested segment by March 2025. The yet-to-be-named SUV will probably be underpinned by the MQB-A0-IN platform, identical because the Kushaq compact SUV however tailored to measurement. It ought to be a feature-loaded providing, with premium design particulars and a punchy turbo-petrol engine.

The title for this new SUV is but to be determined and the general public will even get an opportunity to suggest a brand new title by means of a ballot. Some of the names shortlisted by the carmaker embody: Skoda Kariq, Skoda Kwiq, Skoda Kylaq, Skoda Kymaq, and Skoda Kyroq. However, we did get our first glimpse on the upcoming Skoda sub-4m SUV due to a design teaser sketch, hinting at a muscular styling with a cut up headlamp setup.

Skoda’s First EV For India Coming In 2024

Skoda Enyaq iV

Skoda has additionally confirmed that its first EV for India would be the Enyaq iV, which can go on sale someday this 12 months. As will probably be a totally built-up unit (CBU) providing, the Skoda EV is anticipated to have a price ticket of round Rs 60 lakh (ex-showroom). While Skoda has already been testing the EV in India since 2022, its actual specs for our market are but to be disclosed.

Also Read: Facelifted Skoda Octavia Makes Global Debut, Makes 265 PS In Even More Potent RS Guise

Kushaq Explorer Edition Unveiled

Skoda Kushaq Explorer concept

Alongside these massive bulletins, Skoda India additionally showcased the Kushaq Explorer idea. It options distinctive off-road design modifications like sturdy all-terrain tyres fitted on 5-spoke black rims, and a roof rack. It sports activities a matte inexperienced end with orange highlights on the outside. The majority of chrome components have been changed with black accents. The mannequin showcased was primarily based on a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol variant of the compact SUV. It is unlikely to be launched as an official product, however maybe we are able to anticipate a particular version variant with much less drastic visible modifications, like we noticed with the Volkswagen Taigun Trail version.

What Else Was Shared?

Skoda revealed that its cumulative gross sales in India crossed the 1-lakh mark for the final two consecutive years. Ahead of the brand new sub-4m SUV’s launch in 2025, the carmaker has already elevated its manufacturing capability by round 30 p.c. Also, India is amongst its prime 5 world markets, and now round 50 p.c of Skoda vehicles manufactured outdoors the Czech Republic are made-in-India fashions.

What are you anticipating to see within the new Skoda sub-4m SUV? Let us know within the feedback.

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Skoda Sold More Than 1 Lakh Cars In India In The Last 2 Years

The Slavia and Kushaq have been the important thing drivers in Skoda’s latest success in India

Skoda India cars

Skoda India has marked a big milestone by surpassing the ‘1 lakh cars sold’ mark inside a span of two years. The achievement underscores the success of the corporate’s technique tailor-made particularly for the Indian market, primarily led by the introductions of the Skoda Kushaq and Skoda Slavia fashions. These launches notably propelled gross sales figures that beforehand took over six years for the corporate to achieve.

Also Check Out: Skoda Slavia & Skoda Kushaq Prices Surge By Up To Rs 1 Lakh

Not An Easy Task

While 2022 was a record-breaking yr for Skoda India as a result of profitable introduction of the Kushaq and Slavia, the momentum in 2023 confronted hurdles on account of provide points. Despite these challenges, the marque managed to promote 48,755 items between January 1 and December 31, 2023. Despite the difficult instances, Skoda stored incessantly updating the 2 recent fashions by introducing their particular editions and new variants with extra options to fulfill the shopper demand.

What’s Next?

Skoda Slavia and Kushaq

For now, Skoda India’s portfolio solely consists of three automobiles, particularly, the Kushaq, Slavia and Kodiaq. That stated, it’s anticipated to deliver a few new fashions to our shores within the type of the Skoda Octavia RS and Skoda Enyaq iV. We are additionally anticipating the Czech carmaker to both introduce the facelifted iterations of the Kushaq-Slavia duo or give it just a few MY24 (mannequin yr) updates to maintain issues recent.

Also Read: Skoda And Volkswagen To Launch 8 Cars In India In 2024

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