The Skoda Vision IN Showcased At Auto Expo, Previews Design Of India 2.0 SUV

• The Skoda Vision IN borrows various design cues from the premium Kodiaq and EU-spec Kamiq.
• Its interior design is similar to that of international-spec Skoda cars.
• Production-spec model will be powered by a 1.0-litre TSI engine that develops 115PS.
• Expected to hit roads in 2021.

Skoda India has showcased the just unveiled Vision IN at Auto Expo 2020. It previews the design of Skoda’s India 2.0 SUV that’s slated to hit roads in the first half of 2021. The Vision IN will be the first product in India to be based on the Volkswagen Group’s India-specific MQB-A0-IN platform.  

Visually, it takes plenty of design cues from the Kodiaq and Euro-spec Kamiq. The Skoda butterfly grille, sleek LED headlamps, and unique positioning of fog lamps resemble the Kodiaq. The large air dams ooze sportiness while the rugged skid plate and sculpted hood give it muscle.

A pronounced shoulder line runs through the profile and elements like body cladding, roof rails and large alloy wheels add to its SUV quotient. The sleek ‘L’ shaped LED tail lamps take inspiration from the Kamiq while the arrowhead logo at the rear has been replaced by the SKODA nomenclature illuminated in white. Further, there is a LED light bar that runs through the border of the tailgate. 

Inside, the Vision IN’s dashboard design takes influence from plenty of Volkswagen Group cars. The dashboard is dominated by two screens: a floating infotainment system and a digital driver’s display. There is also a new sleek flat-bottom 3-spoke steering wheel. The multiple orange inserts add to the ambience. 

Under the hood, the production-spec will be offered with a BS6-compliant 1.0-litre TSI engine that develops 115PS of power and 200Nm of torque. Transmission options for this powertrain include a 6-speed manual and 7-speed DSG automatic. Skoda could also introduce a more powerful 150PS 1.5-litre TSI engine down the line. Chances of seeing a TDI engine are highly unlikely as Skoda Auto Volkswagen India will have a petrol-only portfolio in the initial phase of the BS6 era. 

The production-spec version of the Vision IN is expected to be priced between Rs 10 lakh and Rs 15 lakh (ex-showroom). When launched, the upcoming SUV will lock horns with the 2020 Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and MG Hector.