Although the Kodiaq looks like a quality SUV, Skoda will have to come onto the market with high levels of specification and a keen price entry point before it has a chance of even thinking of knocking a car like the Land Rover Evoque off its perch. Nevertheless, Skoda has been cheekily tilting at cars like the BMW 5 Series does'nt offer as much value for money as its Superb. It will now introduce the Kodiaq at the beginning of next year.
Skoda claims the Kodiaq has the biggest boot of any SUV on the market and says the car will have a a third row of seats as an optional extra - a clever move - as well as the latest technology in terms of connectivity and assistance systems. It will have a choice of five engines - two diesels (one a 2.0 litre) and three petrol (these engines will be TSI units). Front and four wheel drive options will be available.
In order to take on the big names, Skoda will have to ensure the interior finish matches the exterior, which looks quite impressive, at least in the official photographs. The company says the Kodiaq will feature equipment such automatically deploying plastic door-edge protection to protect the car in confined spaces and an electric child safety lock. If equipment such as this comes as standard then the Kodiaq will have a better chance of success
