Skoda Auto – TECH 'N WHEELZ

18Nov

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Skoda has officially unveiled the Slavia mid-size sedan in India. The Slavia is based on the MQB A0 IN platform shared with the Kushaq. Pre-bookings are now open and deliveries will commence in Q1 2022. Slavia is the second major model from the Czech brand and third overall to be launched under the India 2.0 project initiated by the Skoda-Volkswagen India Group. Like Kushaq, Slavia will also be underpinned by a heavily localised MQB A0 IN architecture which would lead up to 95 percent of localisation in the upcoming sedan. At 4,541 mm in length, 1,752 mm in width, 1,487 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,651 mm the Slavia is larger than the first-gen Octavia. The Slavia features familiar styling cues with a trademark Skoda grille upfront which is flanked by sleek LED h...

Skoda Rapid Matte Edition launched at INR 11.99 lakhs for MT and INR 13.49 for AT

4Oct

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Skoda Rapid Matte Edition launched at INR 11.99 lakhs for MT and INR 13.49 for AT

Skoda Auto India has launched a new limited edition model of the Rapid sedan in India. It's called the Skoda Rapid Matte Edition and the car comes with considerable cosmetic updates, both on the exterior as well as the interior. Rapid Matte Edition Price (ex-showroom) 1.0 TSI, Manual Transmission INR 11,99,000 1.0 TSI, Automatic Transmission INR 13,49,000 The new Skoda Rapid Matte Edition comes in an exclusive carbon steel matte colour. The dark shade is further accentuated by exterior elements like - the radiator grille, spoiler, door handle, tailgate spoiler, and trunk lip garnish, which are all treated in a stylish glossy black shade. Inside, the new Rapid Matte Edition comes with dual-tone Tellur Grey interiors. The cabin also comes with new premium black leatheret...

Skoda Kushaq midsized SUV launched in India. Prices start at INR 10.49 lakh

28Jun

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Skoda Kushaq midsized SUV launched in India. Prices start at INR 10.49 lakh

Skoda has launched the Kushaq in the Indian market. It is Skoda’s first made in India and made for India product. The Kushaq is based on the new MQB-AO-IN platform that has been specifically made for India. It is derived from the global MQB-AO platform. Skoda has achieved 95 percent of localization level. Skoda is offering the Kushaq in three variants, namely Active, Ambition and Style. It will be offered in two petrol engines there will be no diesel engine. You can also get the Kushaq with automatic transmission. Prices start at Rs 10.49 lakh for the base 1.0 TSI Active trim and goes up to Rs 17.59 lakh ex-showroom for the top-spec 1.5 TSI AT Style trim. On the design front, the Kushaq carries over many elements from the Vision IN concept, and its overall style is in line with ...

Skoda Kushaq India production begins. Launch soon

8Jun

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Skoda Kushaq India production begins. Launch soon

Skoda has begun production of the Kushaq SUV at its Chakan plant. The Kushaq is Skoda's first product under the Volkswagen Group's India 2.0 plan. Price announcement for the Kushaq is expected to take place in the coming weeks. The Kushaq is being built on a new production line, to accommodate the 95 per cent localization that Skoda-VW has achieved for the MQB-A0-IN platform. Much of the development work was also done on-site, unlike the brand's previous products, at a new tech centre commissioned in 2019. The Skoda Kushaq was revealed in production form in March 2021 and is developed on the heavily indigenized MQB-A0-IN architecture. The SUV will be available in two engine and three gearbox options. These are the 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with 110PS and...

BS6 Skoda Rapid TSI launched. Prices start INR 7.49 lakh

26May

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BS6 Skoda Rapid TSI launched. Prices start INR 7.49 lakh

Skoda has launched the 2020 Rapid 1.0 TSI with prices starting at Rs 7.49 lakh and going up to Rs 11.79 lakh (ex-showroom, pan-India). This is the first BS6 Skoda car to have been launched. Skoda’s compact sedan is now powered by the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol TSI engine that has an output of 110PS of power and 175Nm of torque. It is offered with the choice of a 6-speed manual or a new 6-speed automatic transmission. This replaces the 1.6-litre petrol and 1.5-litre diesel engines. It is the same powertrain that is offered in its sister model, the BS6 Volkswagen Vento. The BS6 Rapid does not offer the quick-shifting DSG (dual-clutch automatic) option anymore like the VW. VariantBS6 PriceBS4 Price (1.6-litre petrol)RiderRs 7.49 lakhRs 6.99 lakh (limited edition)ActiveDiscontinuedRs 8....

Škoda Vision IN world premiere at the Auto Expo 2020

5Feb

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Škoda Vision IN world premiere at the Auto Expo 2020

Featuring a distinctive front and large bonnet, the VISION IN’s ŠKODA SUV family resemblance is clear at first glance. The wide ŠKODA grille features striking double slats; both the frame and the slats are made of lead crystal. The two-part LED headlights also exhibit crystalline structures. In the upper part, which reaches as far as the ŠKODA grille, stunning glass elements create the LED dipped beam, LED high beam and an L-shaped LED module for the daytime running lights and indicators. The LED fog lights are arranged below this. The straight roof line with panoramic glass roof and buffed aluminium roof rails conveys a sporty appearance at first glance. The side profile of the chrome framed windows extends all the way to the D-pillar and, exhibiting a slanted rear window and ...