It’s official! Skoda Auto has unveiled its most significant vehicle for the Indian market, the compact SUV called Kylaq. Prices for the Kylaq start at an introductory Rs 7.89 lakh (ex-showroom). That said, the Czech automobile manufacturer will announce the prices for all the variants in early 2025.
Bookings for the Kylaq are set to begin December 2 onwards at all authorised dealerships and Skoda’s official India website. Skoda will be showcasing the Kylaq for the public at the next edition of Bharat Mobility Expo in January. Deliveries of the new subcompact SUV will begin from 27 January 2025 onwards. Škoda has released a series of teasers and we also had the opportunity to drive the prototype.
The Kylaq will play a crucial role in Skoda’s 2.5 India strategy. This sub-4 meter SUV is the third vehicle built on the MQB A0-IN platform, following the Kushaq and the Slavia. Produced at Skoda’s Chakan facility in Pune, the Kylaq is expected to have an annual production capacity of 50,000 to 70,000 units. With the compact SUV segment accounting for nearly 30 percent of sales in India, Skoda is determined to position the Kylaq as a strong competitor against rivals such as the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, and Mahindra XUV 3XO.
Skoda Kylaq: Exteriors
The design of the Kylaq follows the style of other Skoda SUVs, featuring the signature wide butterfly grille and split headlights with LED daytime running lights (DRLs). The top model will come equipped with all-LED lighting, while the entry-level version will have halogen lamps. The front bumper displays a large honeycomb design. From the side, this compact SUV showcases its muscular stance with prominent wheel arches, roof rails, and all-black alloy wheels.
| Skoda Kylaq Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,566 mm |
| Length | 3,995 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 189 mm |
Skoda Kylaq: Interiors
The Kylaq is set to be the first compact SUV featuring six-way adjustable driver and passenger seats with ventilation. The cabin boasts a dual-tone colour scheme, with the top model offering a 10.1-inch infotainment system, an 8-inch digital instrument cluster, automatic climate control, and rear air conditioner vents. The base model will include an analogue driver’s console and a digital display.
Skoda Kylaq: Safety Features
The Kylaq is built on the MQB-A0-IN platform, similar to the Kushaq and Slavia. Since both of these vehicles received a 5-star rating in Global NCAP tests for adult and child safety, the Kylaq is expected to achieve the same rating. It comes equipped with over 25 standard safety features, including six airbags, traction and stability control, anti-lock brakes, Electronic Brake Distribution, Brake Disc Wiping, Roll Over Protection, Motor Slip Regulation, Electronic Differential Lock, passenger airbag deactivation, Multi-Collision Braking, ISOFIX seats, and much more.
Skoda Kylaq: Engine Specs
The Kylaq is offered with a single-engine option. This compact SUV features a 1-litre TSI engine that produces 114 bhp and 178 Nm of torque, similar to the Kushaq and the Slavia. It is available with two transmission options: a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed torque converter automatic.
