Six New Skoda Cars Coming To India
The Czech carmaker Skoda is currently gearing up for the launch of not one or two but a total of six new cars for India. These new models will include affordable cars as well as performance-oriented cars for enthusiasts. Now, if you are someone who wants to buy a new Skoda and want to know which new cars are coming, then you have come to the right spot.
The Skoda Kodiaq RS will become the first Skoda SUV in India to feature the iconic RS badge. It has been reported that the bookings for this performance SUV will commence on June 22, and the launch will also take place on the same day. It will be brought in as a CBU import, and only 50 units have been allocated in the first batch. This will make it one of the most exclusive cars in the country.
Powering the Kodiaq RS will be the same 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine as the Octavia RS and the Volkswagen Golf GTI. It will produce 265 bhp and 400 Nm of torque and come paired with a 7-speed DCT gearbox and an AWD system. Compared to the standard Kodiaq, it will get sportier bumpers, blacked-out elements, larger 20-inch alloy wheels, red brake calipers, RS bucket seats, and an all-black cabin. Pricing is expected to be in the range of Rs 50 lakh to Rs 55 lakh.
One of the most anticipated launches from Skoda will be the Slavia facelift. This sedan will be launched in the third quarter of this year. The updated Slavia will feature styling revisions, which will be inspired by the recently launched Kushaq facelift. It will help it remain competitive against rivals like the Hyundai Verna, Honda City, and Volkswagen Virtus.
The facelifted Slavia is expected to get a refreshed grille, redesigned bumpers, new LED headlights with connecting DRLs, connected LED tail lamps, new alloy wheels, and additional colour options. Inside, it could borrow several features from the Kushaq facelift. These could include a larger gauge cluster, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and a rear-seat massage function.
The biggest mechanical update of the new Slavia will be the introduction of a new 8-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. It will come equipped with the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine. Pricing of the Slavia facelift will see a slight increase over the current Rs 9.99 lakh starting price.
The Skoda Octavia RS became very popular in India after its launch as a limited-run model. All 100 allocated units were sold out within days. So, due to overwhelming demand, the company is now planning to bring another batch of the performance sedan to the country. The Octavia RS will come powered by the same 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, which makes 265 bhp and 370 Nm of torque.
It can perform a sprint of 0-100 kmph in just 6.4 seconds. Apart from the powerful engine, it will also get recalibrated suspension, upgraded brakes, an electronic differential lock, and a revised steering setup. Design highlights will include a gloss-black grille, matrix LED headlamps, 19-inch alloy wheels, red brake calipers, and a sporty all-black cabin. As for the pricing, it is expected to be around the Rs 50 lakh mark.
The Skoda Kylaq has become one of the brand's most successful products in India. As a result, the company is now gearing up for the launch of a new Sportline version of this sub-compact SUV. This new variant has now been officially confirmed, and it is expected to launch in September 2026.
Like the Kushaq and Slavia Sportline models, the Kylaq Sportline will focus mainly on cosmetic changes. It is expected to get blacked-out exterior elements, black ORVMs, a black roof, black badges, and an all-black cabin theme. Mechanically, it will continue with the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine producing 115 hp and 178 Nm of torque. Its pricing is expected to be in the range of Rs 7.59 lakh to Rs 12.99 lakh, like the current model.
It has been reported that Skoda is currently also evaluating launching a factory-fitted CNG version of the Kylaq. The sub-compact SUV, as mentioned above, is one of the best sellers for the company. So, if it comes offered with a CNG option, it could help attract even more buyers in the highly competitive sub-four-metre SUV segment.
As per the reports, the same CNG powertrain could eventually be offered with the Kushaq and Slavia as well. At the moment, Skoda has not revealed a launch timeline yet. However, the Kylaq CNG could make its debut sometime in 2027.
One of the most exciting launches from Skoda will be the return of the Superb diesel. This premium sedan has already been spotted testing on Indian roads, and it is expected to be launched later this year. Like the previous model, the new-generation Superb will be brought to India as a CBU import in limited numbers.
The fourth-generation Superb will boast a sharper design, improved aerodynamics, and a much more premium cabin. It will get a 13-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a digital instrument cluster, premium upholstery, and a larger 645-litre boot. Its main highlight will be a 2.0-litre TDI diesel engine, which will produce around 190 bhp and 400 Nm of torque, paired with a 7-speed DSG gearbox and an AWD system. As for the pricing, it is expected to be in the range of Rs 55 lakh to Rs 65 lakh.