While having an impressive presence in more than 60 countries, the Skoda Kodiaq is enjoying marvelous success around the globe. However, things are completely the opposite when we talk about the gulf market with Skoda Kodiaq having not that much satisfactory presence so far. Keeping in view the increasing demand for crossovers, Skoda has decided to give it a nip and tuck for the 2022 model.
Skoda opts to bring minor changes in design
As far as the design of the new Skoda Kodiaq is concerned, it may apparently look similar to the existing model but having its own facets. In a conventional Skoda fashion, the new Kodiaq opts to bring in only minor changes to the face through a new hood, a more plumb grill and also optional matrix LED headlamps. The size of the wheels range from 17-inches to 20 inches. Besides, the impressive hotter Kodiaq RS now gets an impressive 20-inch wheels with plastic aero shields. The modifications are not just cosmetic as they enhance the aerodynamics of the crossover.
Innovation meets comfort
The best part is the optional ergonomic seats that are offered with the Kodiaq while being wrapped in perforated leather. Apart from getting a massaging function, it also includes regular tidbits in the shape of electrical adjustment and heating. Moreover, there is also an option for eco seats impressively covered in recycled eco-friendly material. Like other Skodas, the 2022 model’s steering wheel is now a two-spoke unit. The infotainment system also gets an update in the shape of two extra speakers (now with 10-speakers), one with 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and another 9.2-inch touchscreen.
Has got you covered in the engine department
Skoda pursues the mission of trimming diesels down, and that is why the Kodiaq is losing out on its main oil-burner power plant. The twin-turbo diesel available in several markets is heading out, after heating its seat for the 2.0-litre TSI engine from the Octavia RS. It produces 245 hp and is curved up to a seven-speed DSG. Besides, a detuned 2.0-litre TSI is also a fascinating part of the lineup, with as many as 190 hp. There will also be a smaller 1.5-litre TSI for the base models, with an exceptional 150 hp and a manual gearbox. The only one exception in the portfolio is a diesel motor in the portfolio is the 2.0-litre TDI Evo engine, with either 150 hp or 200 hp.
Being a practical crossover, the Skoda Kodiaq comes with a classy design that stands distinguished from the other dull ones. With not that much prominent presence in gulf, finding Skoda on the roads is going to be a hard task, and it is still not clear as to whether the facelift version will be available in the UAE and other GCC countries as a 2022 model or not.
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