KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Skoda Compact SUV spiest testing
- Spotted alongside Skoda Kushaq
- To be powered by a 1.0L turbo petrol engine
The sub-4 meter segment is currently brewing with one of the fiercest rivalries with all carmakers putting their best foot forward and keeping up with the dynamic changes that the segment demands. Staking its claim for the top spot, the Skoda Compact SUV is gearing up for a launch soon and has been spied on alongside its elder sibling, the Skoda Kushaq. Check out the images and all the details below, but before that, make sure you join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Group community to never miss out on any of the latest automotive news and updates.
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Skoda Compact SUV Spied Testing Again
The heavily camouflaged Skoda Compact SUV, recently sighted alongside the Skoda Kushaq, offers insights into its dimensions and design. Set to utilize the MQB-A0-IN platform shared with the Kushaq and Slavia, the new SUV exhibits notable similarities in design cues. Notably, it showcases the typical grille adorned with vertical slats, consistent with Skoda's design language. Its split-headlamp setup integrates indicators into the LED DRLs, resembling the Kushaq but with distinctive bumper tweaks. Additionally, the SUV sports LED tail lights reminiscent of its larger counterpart, the Kushaq.
It is visibly shorter than the Kushaq, confining it within the crucial 4-meter length for the tax benefits. On top of this, it sheds its solid body creases for a smoother sheet metal, which is both easy and economical to manufacture and maintain. Apart from this, it gets the typical styling bits of the Skoda. Coming to its rear, the tail lamp assembly draws inspiration from the Kushaq, although not visible. you can expect a connected tail lamp set-up which is becoming a standardised element in the new age cars. And no complaints there, it surely hypes us the aesthetics and looks quite well in the dark.
Interior And Features
Taking cues from its larger counterpart, the Skoda Kushaq, the higher-end variants of this compact SUV are expected to incorporate a range of advanced features. These include a 360-degree camera for comprehensive visibility, a panoramic sunroof for an enhanced cabin experience, dual-zone climate control for personalized comfort, ventilated seats for added relaxation, a wireless charging pad for convenient device charging, and a TPMS for easy monitoring of tyre pressure. Additionally, the SUV is likely to offer Level-2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) for enhanced driving assistance and a fully digital instrument cluster.
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Skoda Compact SUV: Powertrain Options
The upcoming Skoda compact SUV will be powered by a robust 1.0-liter, 3-cylinder turbo-petrol engine, delivering 115hp and 178Nm of torque. This engine will be mated to a choice of either a 6-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. It's important to note that, in alignment with Skoda's current approach in the Indian market, there will be no diesel engine option offered for this model.
The Skoda Compact SUV is all set for a March 2025 debut at a starting price of around Rs. 8 lakhs. When launched, it will rub shoulders with the likes of Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, Kia Sonet, Hyundai Venue, and others.
Verdict
The Skoda Compact SUV will add fuel to the already heated up rivalry in the segment. Going by the potent engine perfromance, and 5-star studded safety record, this will attract a sizeable chunk of buyers, swaying them away from already exisiting players
