Skoda’s updated Karoq has been officially revealed after an initial teaser campaign. It will receive a mid-life facelift in order to remain competitive in C-SUV sales for the next four years. Like the Kodiaq larger model, the Karoq has mild visual updates and improved engine efficiency. There are also safety features and comfort features in the cabin.
Skoda designers have taken an evolutionary approach to design the Karoq. The front features slimmer, full-LED Matrix Matrix technology. You will also notice the wider bumper, new air curtains and the new hexagonal grille, which is common across all Skoda models.
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The new designs of alloy wheels with diameters 17, 18 or 19 inches make the profile look identical. The aerodynamics of certain alloy wheels are enhanced by the addition of aero trim in black plastic, including the rear spoiler, underbody, front air curtains and rear spoiler. We also see slimmer LED taillights at the back and an angular approach to the surface of the bumper.
Skoda Karoq SportLine is distinguished visually by body-colored aprons and gloss black accents. Tinted windows are also available.
The C-SUV is measuring 4,390 mm (172.8 inches) long which makes it +8 mm (0.3 inches) longer than its predecessor. The wheelbase is 2,638 mm (103.9 inches) for the FWD variants and 2,630 mm (103.5 inches) for the AWD.
In the cabin, Skoda has added new decorative strips on the instrument panel and door trims, enhanced LED ambient lighting, optional electrically operated front seats, and a new Eco pack with upholstery made from vegan, sustainable materials. Fittingly, the SportLine trim gets piano black design features, carbon-fiber-style accents, a black headliner, and sports seats with ThermoFlux upholstery.
A Karoq also comes with an 8 inch digital instrument cluster, while an optional 10.25 inches unit can be added. Depending on your trim, you can combine this with up to four new infotainment system touchscreens measuring 9.2-inch. Applications including news, weaTher forecast, and calendar are included in VW Group’s third-generation modular infotainment systems Amundsen and Columbus, which are integrating an eSIM allowing over-the-air map and sowftare updates. The systems support Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity while owners can remotely access the vehicle through the MyŠKODA app.
In terms of safety, the facelifted Karoq is equipped with up to nine airbags and an array of ADAS including Park Assist, Trailer Assist, Crew Protect Assist, Area View, and the optional Travel Assist incorporating five to eight systems.
The Karoq inherits the more efficient EVO generation of petrol and diesel engines that are already used in many cars from the VW Group’s portfolio.
Petrol options include the 1.0 TSI three-cylinder producing 108 hp (81 kW / 110 PS) that is exclusively combined with a six-speed manual gearbox, the 1.5 TSI four-cylinder producing 148 hp (110 kW / 150 PS) with either a six-speed manual or a seven-speed DSG, And the flagship 2.0 TSI four-cylinder producing 187 hp (140 kW / 190 PS) that is only available with the seven-speed DSG. Karoq SportLine has the strongest of all the models, which is only available with all-wheel driving.
The four-cylinder 2.0 TDI diesel engine is available.Producing either 114 horsepower (85 kW/ 116 PS), or 148 horsepower (110 kW/ 150 PS) when combined with a manual gearbox or DSG gearbox. All-wheel drive in its strongest form
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