KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Skoda Auto has enhanced production capacity at its Chakan plant.
- The Kylaq is available in four variants, with the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine.
- Skoda is also expanding its reach in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.
The Skoda Kylaq is the latest entrant in the compact SUV segment, which is already crowded enough as it is. The Czech car maker tells us that the first Kylaq has now rolled out of its plant in Chakan. But before we go any further, make sure to join the 91wheels WhatsApp Community to keep up with the latest news and automotive updates!
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Skoda Kylaq: First Unit Rolls Out
The Kylaq is a significant car for Skoda India for many reasons. It marks the return of Skoda into the sub-4m segment, with the Fabia hatchback discontinued many years ago. The Kylaq will also be responsible for drawing newer audiences into Skoda showrooms. More specifically, it will help Skoda penetrate into Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, and also be a new entry point for buyers looking to own their first Skoda.
Piyush Arora, Managing Director and CEO, `koda Auto Volkswagen India, said, Were thrilled to begin production of `koda Auto Indias first sub-4-meter SUV. Congratulations to the entire team on the successful start of production. The Kylaq is engineered and developed in India to cater to the evolving requirements of Indian customers. By manufacturing the Kylaq locally, we proudly support the Make-in-India initiative, maintaining Groups DNA of delivering safety, comfort and driving dynamics. It was heartening to see the positive reception it received at the World Premiere last month, and I am confident that the Kylaq will truly resonate with the Indian car buyers.
Skoda India says it has ramped up production at its Chakan plant by 30%, with a capacity of 255,000 units annually. Additionally, the car maker is also expanding its sales and service network, as it plans to open 350 units across Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities by 2025.
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The Kylaq is available in four different variants; Classic, Signature, Signature+, and Prestige. There is only one engine option here; the smaller 1.0-litre TSI with 113bhp and 178Nm of torque, paired to either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed torque converter.
We have done a detailed variant analysis, which you can check out right here, and we have also tested the car with four people and luggage on-board. You can check out our review below!
Verdict
The Kylaq should certainly prove to be an interesting to alternative for those who want something different in this segment. Much like the Kushaq, we can also expect the Kylaq to be one of the best handling cars in its segment.
