Skoda Could Hike Prices Of The Facelifted Kodiaq

• The Skoda Kodiaq is currently priced between Rs 34.99 lakh and Rs 37.49 lakh.

• New prices will be applicable to the second lot of bookings.

• It is offered in three variants: Style, Sportline, and Laurin and Klement

• Waiting periods stretch up to 5 months.

When Skoda recently launched the facelifted Kodiaq, the demand was such that the premium luxury SUV was sold out within 24 hours for the next four months. Now, for the second batch, Skoda has hinted that the SUV could get dearer.

While we’re yet to know the effect of the price hike, our dealer sources suggest the increment could be between Rs 50,000 and Rs 1.5 lakh, depending on the variant chosen. Those who’ve booked the SUV from the first batch need not worry, as the new prices will be effective from the second batch (after January 11, 2022).

For reference, the Kodiaq is currently priced between Rs 34.99 lakh and Rs 37.49 lakh (ex-showroom, India), and it is offered in three trims: Style, Sportline, and Laurin and Klement. 

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The updated Kodiaq packs a digital drivers display, an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a panoramic sunroof, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, tri-zone climate control, a 12-speaker Canton sound system, and cruise control. 

Nine airbags, electronic stability control, ABS with EBD, front and rear parking sensors with a 360-degree camera, hill descent control, an electric parking brake with auto-hold sum up the safety features.

Under the hood, there’s a 190PS 2-litre turbo-petrol engine paired to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic driving all four wheels. It also comes with Dynamic Chassis Control, which allows you to adjust the dampers as per your requirement. Check out our detailed first-drive review to know what we thought of the SUV. 

Please remember that Skoda has yet to confirm the number of units allotted for the second batch, and bookings are open for Rs 50,000. Its rivals include the Volkswagen Tiguan, Toyota Fortuner petrol, Citroen C5 Aircross, and the upcoming Jeep Meridian.