Skoda Kodiaq 2025 India: Premium but Pricey 7-Seater SUV

Launched on April 17, 2025, the Skoda Kodiaq 2025 arrives in India as a locally assembled (CKD) premium 7-seater SUV, priced between ₹46.89 lakh and ₹48.69 lakh (ex-showroom). Powered by a 2.0L TSI petrol engine delivering 204 PS and 320 Nm, it features a 7-speed DSG, AWD, and a tech-loaded cabin with a 13-inch touchscreen, 9 airbags, and ADAS. Available in two variants—Sportline and Laurin & Klement (L&K)—it rivals the Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line, Toyota Fortuner, and Jeep Meridian. While its premium build, safety, and features impress, the steep price, cramped third row, and stiff ride hold it back. Here’s our critical review of the Skoda Kodiaq 2025 India, tailored for Indian buyers.

Exterior Design: Bold but Not Brutal

The Skoda Kodiaq 2025 adopts the ‘Modern Solid’ design language, with a bold grille, sleek LED headlights, and connected ‘crystalline’ LED taillights. At 4758 mm long and 1864 mm wide, it has strong road presence but lacks the butch aggression of a Toyota Fortuner, opting for urban elegance. The Sportline variant features blacked-out grille, ORVMs, and 18-inch aero-optimized alloys, giving it a sporty edge. The L&K, with chrome accents and multi-spoke 18-inch alloys, feels more sophisticated but less dynamic. User feedback on Team-BHP notes the design as “classy but not head-turning,” with colors like Bronx Gold (Sportline) and Steel Grey (L&K) adding flair. However, the 155 mm ground clearance feels low for Indian conditions, risking underbody scrapes on rough roads. For ₹55-57 lakh on-road, the Kodiaq’s design should have been more commanding.

Kodiaq 2025 Price India

The Skoda Kodiaq 2025 is priced at ₹46.89 lakh (Sportline) and ₹48.69 lakh (L&K, ex-showroom), with on-road prices in Delhi reaching ~₹55-57 lakh. The 2.0L TSI engine (1984 cc, 204 PS, 320 Nm) powers both variants, paired with a 7-speed DSG and AWD. It offers a ~920 km range (62L tank, 14.86 kmpl ARAI) and a ~7.7-second 0-100 kmph sprint, competitive but not class-leading. The price feels steep compared to the Jeep Meridian (~₹45 lakh), especially given the cramped third row.

Drive Feel

The Kodiaq 2025 delivers a refined drive with smooth DSG shifts and strong highway performance, praised on CarWale for “European handling.” The 204 PS engine and 320 Nm torque shine in Sport mode, with paddle shifters adding fun on twisty roads. The Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) suspension adapts well, but its stiff tuning struggles on Indian potholes, as noted by Autocar India. The 155 mm ground clearance limits off-road capability, and the heavy AWD setup reduces city mileage to ~9-11 kmpl. While stable at high speeds, the ride comfort disappoints for a family SUV, especially at this price.

Features

• Infotainment: 13-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 13-speaker Canton sound system.
• Dashboard: 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit, smart dials, multi-color ambient lighting.
• Safety: 9 airbags, Level 2 ADAS (blind spot, lane assist), 360-degree camera, Intelli-Park Assist.
• Comfort: Ventilated/massage front seats, 3-zone climate control, panoramic sunroof, wireless charger.
• Exterior: Matrix LED headlights, 18-inch alloys, crystalline LED taillights.

The Sportline’s all-black cabin with carbon-fiber inserts feels sporty, while the L&K’s beige/tan upholstery and wood-like trim add elegance. However, the third row is cramped, suitable only for children, reducing practicality.

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