20 February 2024, 02:28 PM IST
Skoda’s model will compete with Brezza, Nexon, Venue and Sonet vehicles.
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Kodiaq as a full SUV, Kushak as a midsize SUV, Skoda’s SUV. Now vacant in the line-up is the compact SUV. is the range. There are reports that moves to fill this gap are in progress in the ranks. Skoda’s official announcement in this regard is expected to be made on February 27. The event to announce Skoda’s future plans is being held in Mumbai today.
Skoda will have a compact SUV on Indian roads by 2025. There were already rumors that it would arrive. Mid-size SUV Kushak, who reached the range, got a lot of acceptance when the compact SUV. The assessment is that Skoda has gained the confidence to step into the range. Skoda’s model will compete with the likes of Brezza, Nexon, Venue and Sonet that dominate this range.
Skoda’s compact SUV will be the first vehicle to be prepared as part of the New India 2.5 initiative, which the Volkswagen Group has envisioned for the announcement of future plans. Apart from the domestic market, Skoda’s aim is to bring this vehicle manufactured in India to global markets. The manufacturers estimate that this model can be delivered at a low price by making most of the vehicle parts locally.
The locally developed MQB forms the basis for Skoda’s Kushakh, Slavia, Volkswagen Tigun and Virtus. A.O. This compact SUV will also be built on the IN platform. Apart from the platform, seats, suspension and infotainment system will also be sourced from Kushak. As early as 2025, Skoda’s compact SUV Construction will begin.
The India 2.5 models will be powered by the same 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo petrol and 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol engines that power Skoda’s various models. 120 bhp in the new model The powerful 1.0 liter engine model will be mated to manual and torque converter automatic transmissions. It is expected that this vehicle may reach the 1.5 engine.
Skoda’s global management team will visit India on the 27th to announce the upcoming models from Skoda and plans to strengthen its presence in the Indian market. Skoda’s compact SUV will be showcased at this event in Mumbai. Along with the announcement, it is expected that the electric model Enyac will be showcased.
Content Highlights: Skoda will announce the compact SUV on February 27