Skoda Kylaq vs Rivals: Features, Power and Price

Skoda Kylaq, the latest entrant to the sub-4 meter compact SUV segment, bookings start today (12/02/2024) and will be ready for delivery by late January 2025. A lot is riding on this car, as Skoda is struggling to maintain the momentum of sales through Kushaq and Slavia, and Kylaq can change the game for Skoda upside down. However, will it be a good product against the forerunners like Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue, and Kia Sonet? Let's find out. In the meantime, make sure to join the 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel to never miss out on automotive updates.

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Skoda Kylaq vs Rivals: Dimensions

Skoda Kylaq shares its platform, MQB-AO-IN, with several cars like the Skoda Kushaq, Slavia, and VW Virtus and Taigun. Despite sharing the same length figures, the Kylaq boasts the best-in-class wheelbase, which is why it offers more boot space and legroom inside. However, its width is narrower, though still better than the Hyundai Venue. This translates to the SUV being suitable for only 2 passengers in the second row, similar to the larger Kushaq.

That said, if you want the most ground clearance, go for the Kia Sonet. If you want the best interior space, then the Maruti Brezza is the better option, as it has the best proportions and a good riding position.

Skoda Kylaq vs Rivals: Engine

The Skoda Kylaq will be offered with the same 1.0L TSI petrol engine, which has been acclaimed for its refinement and performance, despite being a 999cc 3-cylinder engine. This engine was first introduced to India with the legendary Volkswagen Polo and is now available in entry-level Skoda and VW cars.

It produces 115 PS and 178 Nm of torque, with gearbox options of a 6-speed AT and 6-speed MT. This engine has been thoroughly tried and tested, and everyone loves its ability to offer great mileage and performance. Now, it is coming in a smaller car, which means the performance will be even better.

Now, on to rivals powertrain:-

Maruti Brezza - This top selling vehicle in the country is available with petrol and CNG option. 1.5L Smart Hybrid engine produces 103 PS and 136.8 Nm of torque and two gearbox are there: 5MT and 6AT. Talking about its mileage, with manual gearbox, 19.89 km/l and 19.80 km/l with AT. Talking about CNG kit, this car achieves 25.51 km/l of mileage, and only manual geabox option.

The Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet are essentially the same vehicles with different styling, and both offer the same three engines: a 1.2L naturally aspirated petrol, a 1.0L turbocharged petrol, and a 1.5L diesel. Additionally, both have multiple transmission options, including a 5-speed manual (MT), an intelligent manual transmission (iMT), and a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT).

However, in the Kia Sonet, customers have access to more variants. For example, with the diesel engine, three gearbox options are available: a 6-speed manual (MT), iMT, and a 6-speed automatic (AT).

Skoda Kylaq vs Rivals: Features

In Kylaq, Skoda adds most of the features available in Kushaq and Slavia. However, misses out on several features which its rivals offer. For example, there is no ADAS, panaromic sunroof, 360-parking camera, digital key, and premium sound system. That said, the features are enough to attract people who want all the modern emnities, which include:-

• Wireless charging pad
• Front powered seats (including passengers)
• 10.1 Inch infotainment screen
• 8 Inch digital Infotainment screen
• Front ventilated seats
• Rear ac vents
• USB type C socket (two at the rear)
• Automatic climate control
• Cooled glovebox
• Paddle Shifters
• Reverse parking camera with rear sensors
• Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• 6 Airbags along with 25 active and passive saftey features

In Kia Sonet and Hyundai Venue, ADAS Level 1 is there, with features like,

• Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
• Forward Collison-Avoidance Assist (FCA)- Car/ Pedestrian/ Cyclist
• Lane Keep Assist (LKA), Lane Following Assist (LFA)
• Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
• High Beam Assist (HBA)
• Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
• Leading Vehicle Departure Alert (LVDA)

Talking about the Maruti Brezza, it lacks ADAS, front ventilated seats, and powered seats. However, it does offer a 360-degree parking camera, a head-up display, a wireless charger, an electric single-pane sunroof, and paddle shifters. From a features perspective, the Brezza is the weakest, as the infotainment screen is small (9 inches) and there is no digital driver's display.

If features is your top priority, only Kia Sonet and Hyundai Venue can satisfy you.

Skoda Kylaq vs Rivals: Price

The Kylaq starts at Rs 7.89 lakh and is available in a total of 7 variants: Classic (the base variant), followed by Signature, Signature+, and Prestige. The full ex-showroom price list is provided below:

The base variant isn't available with an automatic gearbox, and the Signature+ makes the most sense, as it includes all the key features. Comparing it with rivals, the Kylaq has the lowest base price, while the Maruti Brezza is the most expensive, starting at Rs 8.34 lakh. Looking at the top-end prices of these cars, the Kia Sonet's top variant costs Rs 15.76 lakh, the Venue costs Rs 13.43 lakh, and the Brezza costs Rs 14.14 lakh.

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