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The 2018 Skoda Kodiaq is a powerful crossover, first demonstrated by the Czech brand in 2016 at the Geneva Motor Show. From that moment on, it became one of the most anticipated cars. There are many reasons for this, but the main one is that this is one of the largest and most spacious cars in its class, it is longer and much more spacious than its closest competitors. Thanks to these characteristics, technologists were able to place 7 passenger seats in the cabin, which makes the new crossover an excellent solution for family and corporate purposes.

Options and prices for SKODA KODIAQ

Specifications

What you dreamed of

The car got its name in honor of the Kodiak bears that live in Alaska. The designers and engineers who took part in the creation of the car drew their inspiration from the images of these very masters of the wild.

Everywhere is dear to him

High ground clearance, as well as the presence of all-wheel drive, give the driver a feeling of confidence on any road surface, including off-road. The ability to connect an off-road mode with adaptation of the chassis, engine and braking system to road conditions allows you to achieve excellent handling.​

LED tail lights

The taillights are designed in the shape of the signature letter “C”, making the SUV recognizable on the road. The fact that the car belongs to a famous brand is also emphasized by the fact that the lights partially extend onto the wings.​

Power and reliability

The exterior of the car has a slightly aggressive and incredibly decisive appearance thanks to the wide radiator grille. The presence of plastic linings on the wheel arches provides reliable protection of the body when driving on any surface.

House on wheels

The ŠKODA KODIAQ offers one of the most spacious luggage compartments in its class, with a capacity of 635 liters. Available space expands to 1,980 liters with the rear seats folded down.

Speed ​​and dynamics

Excellent dynamics are achieved through the installation of modern diesel and gasoline power units. The line includes engines with power from 125 to 190 hp. A choice of six-speed manual, as well as six- and seven-speed automatic transmissions are available.​​

Lightweight and roomy

One of the advantages of the SUV is its low curb weight - 1452 kg. This result was achieved by installing parts made of high-strength steel.

Impressive appearance

Comfortable salon

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Roomy and spacious The SUV has 7 full seats and one of the largest luggage compartments in the class. The car interior is ergonomic. There is enough free space in both the front and rear rows of seats.

An extensive list of equipment to ensure your safety, the protection of your family and others.

Innovative technologies

Modern security systems

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Advantages of purchasing a Skoda Kodiaq from an authorized dealer

Skoda has long ceased to exist within the narrow confines of its assigned class. , built on a common platform with the Golf, its dimensions and spaciousness in the cabin are quite comparable to the D class. It is far ahead in size of the related Passat. And, even though it is considered a representative of class B+, in fact it is overgrown - even larger than some representatives of the golf class. It’s the same story with the freshly baked Kodiaq crossover (Kodiaq, let us remind you, is a brown bear from Alaska). Built on the modular MQB platform, the SUV is much larger than its relative, the Volkswagen Tiguan. The Skoda Kodiak even has seven-seater options. I wonder if the increased dimensions have affected driving habits?

When I saw the crossover for the first time in the photo, I was not impressed. The silhouette seemed too stretched to me. But in person the Skoda is harmonious and solid. The interior is as expected. When creating it, the designers threw the usual patterns into the farthest basket and used exclusively compasses and a ruler. It turned out well. Strict, but not boring.

Czech cars have long accustomed us to an abundance of all sorts of pleasant little things. Kodiaq has taken another step forward in this regard: to the traditional assortment of compartments and an umbrella in the doors, plastic protective pads have been added to cover the ends of the doors. As soon as you open the door, the cover slides out, protecting the paintwork. In crowded and cramped parking lots, this option is hard to overestimate.

It would be naive to believe that Skoda has forgotten about ergonomics. She is traditionally impeccable here. Mutual arrangement controls, seats and large number buttons have been brought to almost perfection. The idyll was slightly disrupted by the large height difference between the pedals. But, perhaps, this is the only quibble with the driver’s workplace.

It is gratifying that the inhabitants of the second row are as spacious as the front passengers. The knee room is huge. There is enough space in width, and there is free space at the top - even despite the panoramic roof, which eats up a fair share of the cabin's height. The backrests are adjustable in angle, and the seats themselves move longitudinally. The rear row is echoed by the trunk. Of course, we did not find the declared 720 liters. But even the 528 liters that we measured is a worthy result.

Will the increased dimensions become an obstacle to driving ambitions? I think no. The Skoda Kodiak is larger than the Tiguan, but the “Czech” weighs only 60 kg more. Not fatal, as evidenced by the dynamics. The precision pairing of the 2.0-liter turbo engine and 7-speed DSG works harmoniously. 320 Nm of torque is available even before the tachometer needle points to 1,500 rpm. Thanks to such indicators, the Kodiaq instantly leaps ahead. It is slower than the Tiguan in accelerating to hundreds by only half a second. It is unlikely that anyone will feel this difference. It is not inferior to the Kodiaq in handling either. It's also stable in a straight line, requiring minimal and infrequent steering corrections. The electric power steering quickly creates the necessary force on the steering wheel, providing excellent feedback. Only in a tight parking lot do you feel the impressive dimensions of the Kodiak - it takes longer to turn around than in a Tiguan. The Skoda would not be a Skoda if there were not many means for securing luggage in the trunk. There is a flashlight on the left side. The handles for folding the second row of seats are duplicated on the walls of the trunk.

Skoda would not be Skoda if there were not many means for securing luggage in the trunk. There is a flashlight on the left side. The handles for folding the second row of seats are duplicated on the walls of the trunk.

The newcomer did not disappoint off the asphalt either. True, on a primer, the Skoda’s suspension broadcasts small things in quite detail. But as soon as you slip into a more serious hole, the chassis immediately groups itself and reflects the blow. The Kodiak's off-road arsenal is the same as that of the Tiguan - the rear axle is connected by a fifth-generation Haldex clutch that works with preload. It cannot be forcibly blocked. But there are several driving modes, including off-road. Our measurements showed that there is 20 mm more protection under the Kodiak engine compartment than under the Tiguan engine sump. And the approach/departure angles are a little higher for the Czech car. But it also has a longer wheelbase than the Tiguan. Off-road this is a minus. But the clutch is not afraid of overheating and allows long slipping. Skoda is not afraid of diagonals either - hanging wheels are not a hindrance to the electronics, which skillfully manage torque.

Skoda Kodiaq will definitely find its buyer. Of course, it’s unlikely that anyone in their right mind would pay three million for our test SUV, even if it was stuffed with an endless list of options. But the initial one with a 150-horsepower engine and all-wheel drive is a completely different story. And it can only be called initial - formally - the list of options is quite decent. In addition, in the future, the Kodiak, which is currently supplied to us from the Czech Republic, will have a Russian assembly. Then, you see, prices will fall.

​​​For ŠKODA KODIAQ vehicles produced in the territory Russian Federation, the manufacturer provides a quality guarantee for a period of 3 (three) years or until the vehicle reaches 100,000 km (whichever comes first), while during the first 2 (two) years of operation the conditions for providing a quality guarantee do not depend from mileage. This condition applies only to cars sold through the network of official ŠKODA Dealers in the Russian Federation and intended for use on the Russian market.
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THIRD ROW OF SEATS

​​You big family? The optional seven full seats and the largest luggage compartment in the class are the most impressive features of the car's interior space. There is enough space in both the front and back rows.

FULL LED OPTICS

​​​For the ŠKODA KODIAQ, full LED headlights are available (LEDs provide low/high beam and daytime running lights). High-mounted fog lights once again hint at the off-road capabilities of this model.
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INTELLIGENT ALL-WHEEL DRIVE

​​​Intelligently controlled all-wheel drive and high ground clearance allow the new ŠKODA KODIAQ to feel in its element everywhere, even off-road. Excellent handling is ensured by a switchable off-road mode, which adapts the operation of the chassis, engine and braking system to difficult terrain.
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AREA VIEW SYSTEM​

VIRTUAL PEDAL

​​​How to open or close the trunk if your hands are full? Just slide your foot underneath the car and, voila, it will open automatically. The virtual pedal provides contactless access to the trunk. This option is only available in combination with an electric fifth door and the KESSY system (a system for entering the car, starting the engine and exiting the car without a key).