CAR magazine UK drives a prototype of the new Skoda Kodiaq SUV with pictures, specs and first impressions
being replaced by all-new models. On this page you’ll find everything you need to know about the next ‘Skodiaq,’ from powertrain details and spy shots to driving impressions of one of those taped-up prototypes.
The final stages of development are now underway, and we were invited along to drive one of those pilot-build cars, as well as chat to the engineers and designers. Some of the final details are still to be confirmed, as well as exactly how the interior will look, but our deep dive means you’ll be armed with all the facts when the new car is finally launched.From launch, there will be two petrol and two diesel engines.
The transmission shifter has moved – Mercedes-Benz style – to the steering column, although you twist it like an ID.3’s to drive forwards or reverse. It won’t take long to get used to that, and once underway, the familiarity is maintained thanks to its gruff, gravelly TDI engine note and effortless mid-range torque.
The 148bhp petrol doesn’t feel as underpowered as you might imagine in a car of this size. It moves along quite happily and in a refined manner, while the latest generation of DSG seems to shuffle ratios happily and responsively without leaving you with frustrating holes in its power delivery. As always more power equals a happier life a larger SUV, but entry level drivers won’t feel too short-changed here.
Then there’s that new transmission selector. The main benefit is to free up more space in the centre console, where you now get more cubby space, and the option of a double-decker, cooled, mobile phone wireless charging bay.
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