Skoda Kylaq auto India have launched the all-new Kylaq SUV in India at an introductory starting price of Rs. 7.89 lakh (ex-showroom). While many of its features draw inspiration from the larger Skoda Kushaq, the Kylaq sports Skoda’s latest design language. Bookings for the new Skoda Kylaq SUV will open on December 2 and deliveries should commence in January. Check out the exterior and interior design, dimensions, features, powertrain specs, and rivals of the new Kylaq below.
Earlier this year, we reported that the new Skoda Kylaq will feature a similar design to the Kushaq C-segment SUV. Now that Skoda has unveiled the 2024 Kylaq, we finally get to see the similarities and differences between the 2 SUVs.
The side profile gets a much simpler design than the Kushaq. Apart from a gloss black B-pillar, the Kylaq gets a character line that runs from the LED DRLs all the way to the C-pillar. The pronounced rear haunches and the lower black cladding complete the SUV design. Meanwhile, the ORVM gets integrated turn signals and the door handles feature chrome trim. The top variants of the Kylaq come equipped with 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels.
The Skoda Kylaq’s front design is bold, featuring Skoda’s signature all-black grille with the Skoda logo sitting just above it. The grille is flanked by a sleek LED DRLs that sits above the main headlight clusters of the SUV.
It sports a modern split-headlight setup, with projector headlights positioned just above the front bumper. The bumper has a black centre and lower section, a mesh-patterned lower grille and a silver skid plate.
The Skoda Kylaq’s profile has a clean, simple look. It features 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, silver roof rails, and boby -coloured outside rearview mirrors (ORVMs) with integrated turn indicators. A thick black door cladding gives the SUV a more rugged look.
At the rear, the Skoda Kylaq features a wraparound tail light connected by the black trim with ‘Skoda’ lettering in a chrome finish. The ‘Kylaq’ badge is positioned on the lower left corner of the tailgate.
The rear bumper has not been painted (and is hence black), with 2 reflectors on either side and a chunky silver skid plate down. The Kylaq also has a rear wiper, a rear spoiler, and a shark-fin antenna.
Inside, the Skoda Kylaq features a dual-tone cabin theme, with grey upholstery on the seats. The front seats are 6-ways electrically adjustable and offer a ventilation function for added comfort.
The twin-spoke steering wheel, 10.1-inch touchscreen, 8-inch digital driver’s display, and touch-enabled AC control panel have all been carried over from the Kushaq.
The baseboard is highlighted by a grey insert running along the sides of the touchscreen and extending across its length. Notably, all the AC vents have a chrome surround on them.
Moving to the centre console, you’ll find the gear lever, cup holders, a wireless phone charge pad, and the parking brake lever, which features a chrome tip. For added convenience, the front passengers get a leatherette-covered centre armrest.
The seats come with adjustable headrests and 3-point seat-belts for all passengers. Skoda has also included ISOFIX child seat mounts and a centre armrest with cup holders.
Other features include a single-pane sunroof, auto AC with rear vents and an auto-dimming inside the rearview mirror.
Kylaq’s safety suite includes 6 airbags (as standard), a rear parking camera and a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS). It also has a multi-collision-braking system, brake disc wiping, traction control and electronic stability control (ESC).
Colour options for the Kylaq include 2024 :
- Olive Gold
- Lava Blue
- Tornado Red
- Carbon Steel (black)
- Brilliant Silver
- Candy White
Skoda Kylaq Powertrain specs:
The Skoda Kylaq features the same 1.0L turbo petrol engine as the Kushaq and Slavia. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque converter automatic.
| Engine | 1-litre turbo-petrol |
| Power | 115 PS |
| Torque | 178 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed MT, 6-speed AT* |
Skoda Kylaq price and Rivals:
Skoda are yet to reveal the exact variant-wise ex -showroom prices of the 2024 Kylaq. However, with a starting price of Rs 7.89 lakh, the new Skoda Kylaq is currently the second most affordable B2-SUV with a turbo petrol engine. The Kylaq rivals other B2-segment SUVs such as the Mahindra XUV 3XO, Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger, Toyota Taisor, Maruti Suzuki Fronx and Brezza, Tata Nexon, Kia Sonet, and the Hyundai Venue.
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