After making its global debut in October last year, the second-gen Skoda Kodiaq is all set to hit the Indian roads soon. An uncamouflaged test mule of the second-gen Kodiaq recently got caught on camera on Indian road. The premium D-segment SUV was caught testing on the Mumbai-Pune expressway.
2025 Skoda Kodiaq: Exterior design
As revealed in October 2024, the new-gen Kodiaq gets an evolutionary upgrade over the existing model, although it does look boxier than the current Kodiaq. Up front, the face looks similar to the present model featuring the signature Skoda butterfly grille with all-black vertical slats. The grille is flanked by redesigned split lighting setup housing a wider headlamp cluster and LED DRL.
Front bumper is reprofiled thanks to a sleeker all-black air-dam. Further, a keen eye will notice a radar sensor at the front indicating the addition of Advanced Driver Assistance feature. Side profile remains more or less similar with subtle creases, although alloy wheel design is expected to be new. One significant change noticed is the longer rear overhang which could suggest longer overall length of the SUV.
At the rear, the new Kodiaq gets redesigned C-shaped LED taillights with Skoda lettering at the centre. Other visual highlights include roof-mounted spoiler, optional D-pillar trim in a unique Dark Chrome finish, and squared-off wheel arches with black claddings.
The new Kodiaq will be based on the VW Group’s MQB modular platform and will be offered as a 7-seat SUV in India. In terms of dimensions, the new Kodiaq will be 4,758mm in length, making 59mm longer than before compared to the current Kodiaq. However, the height, width, and wheelbase of the SUV remain unchanged.
2025 Skoda Kodiaq: Interiors & features
Interiors of the new-gen India-spec Skoda Kodiaq is still under wraps although it is expected to get a similar layout as its European counterpart, albeit a right-hand drive setup. Feature highlights of the new Kodiaq include 13-inch freestanding touchscreen infotainment system, LED matrix headlamps, fully digital instrument cluster, dual-zone climate control, Level 2 ADAS, ventilated and heated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, multi-colour ambient lighting, a branded sound system, and a powered tailgate, etc.
Safety of the occupants is taken care of by up to 9 airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, a 360-degree camera, front and rear parking sensors and ADAS.
2025 Skoda Kodiaq: Powertrain
The global-spec Kodiaq comes with multiple engine options including a mild-hybrid, turbo-petrol, diesel and even a plug-in hybrid option. However, the India-spec model is expected to carry on with the same 2.0-litre TSI turbo petrol engine. This motor kicks out 188 bhp and 320 Nm of peak torque. This engine will be paired with a 7-speed DSG automatic transmission.
