After being officially launched by Skoda in India, the 2025 Kodiaq is priced at Rs 46.89 lakh (ex-showroom). The new Kodiaq offers a flurry of upgrades in design and technology, as well as safety improvements, making it a much-chic, full-size SUV treatment. Having been declared the flagship SUV for the Czechs in India, the 2025 Kodiaq will now pit itself against the likes of Toyota Fortuner, Jeep Meridian, and Hyundai Tucson with its European looks and feature-rich interiors.
A Bolder, More Sculpted Design
The 2025 Kodiaq is the first car to showcase the updated Skoda design philosophy of clean, muscular lines, and an aerodynamic profile. It features a larger and more upright FM grille, flanked by slim Matrix LED headlamps that uplift the car’s looks while aid visibility. The bonnet is more defined, and the silhouette seems longer and planted down a bit more from before.
In the rear, the SUV gets a new light bar joining the tail-lamps, along with a wider tailgate accentuating its premium stance. Subtle doses of chrome, new alloy wheel designs, and added ground clearance all pitch in to enhance its road presence. Larger in size, the 2025 Kodiaq, however, still manages to retain its poised and elegant demeanor, setting it apart from those tough-looking off-roaders.
Premium and Comfortable Cabin
The cabin of the 2025 Skoda Kodiaq has been dramatically remade. The dashboard sports a fresh layered design with soft-touch materials, ambient lighting, and clean minimalistic shifts. There is a big 13-inch touchscreen infotainment system placed in the center, coupled with a fully digital 10.25-inch driver’s display. New to the Kodiaq are the heads-up display and upgraded voice-assist systems that make using the car an enjoyable affair.
Moving to the rear, legroom has increased thanks to the longer wheelbase and the third row opens easier and is attracted to that aim, just a tad bit accommodating. Doing just fine in both five-seat and seven-seat configurations, the Kodiaq serves the needs of families and luxury SUV patrons. Ventilated and heated seats, furnished with classy materials, and a panoramic sunroof really boost that ambiance.
Refined Petrol Engine Under the Hood
The 2025 Skoda Kodiaq Sits inside the same 2.0-litre TSI turbo-petrol engine in India, producing 190Ps of power and 320Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a seven-speed DSG-type of automatic gearbox that shifts nice and smooth along with offering great throttle response. Add to this the Skoda 4×4 AWD system, which helps in maintaining traction, and fill in the stability window that comes in handy so often for challenging road conditions or light off-road use.
Calm and composed, the Kodiaq is a confident car to drive despite its size. The suspension setup has been focused on comfort and the steering is sharp: making the Kodiaq well-balanced for cruising on highways and city driving.
Focus on Safety
Safety remains an utmost priority in a 2025 Kodiaq, which features up to nine airbags, 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, autonomous emergency braking, and blind-spot detection. Those features put Kodiaq alongside its premium rivals within the segment and provide peace of mind both to drivers and its passengers.
Crash enhancements also improved structural protection, whereas the ISOFIX points, front and rear parking sensors, and driver attention alert make it a complete package for the family.
Positioned in the Premium Segment
With a starting price of Rs 46.89 lakh, the new Kodiaq is positioned firmly as the premium alternative within the SUV space. It attracts those buyers for whom design, comfort, and European build quality come before raw power or off-road prowess. The Kodiaq goes a little pricier up than some rivals but backs that premium with features, fine fit-and-finish, and driving dynamics.
Skoda is throwing in some attractive ownership schemes and extended warranties to cement confidence even more in their customers who may be upgrading from compact SUVs or sedans.
Final Musings: A Big Leap Towards Luxury and Technology
The 2025 Skoda Kodiaq is a huge step from the previous Skoda Kodiaq. It is impeccably designed, provides a plush cabin, is fully loaded with technology, and offers a great driving experience. It greatly assists urban families and young professionals who are on the lookout for a sophisticated, spacious SUV with all-weather capability. This Kodiaq launch shows that the brand stands tall for quality and value in the premium SUV space.