The styling on the upcoming model will be based on Skoda's new design philosophy, previewed by the 7S Concept.

Skoda recently announced its plans to introduce the next-generation iteration of its Kodiaq SUV in the global markets sometime in 2023. Now, ahead of its unveil, the test mule of the next-gen Skoda Kodiaq has been spied undergoing testing for the first time.

As seen in the images, the new-gen Skoda Kodiaq is still in its early stages of development. The test mule seems to be based on the current-gen Kodaiq RS body, judging by its 20-inch wheels and the red brake calipers.

The new-gen Kodiaq is expected to get a major design overhaul compared to its current version. The styling on the upcoming model will be based on Skoda's new design philosophy, previewed by the 7S Concept.

Internationally, the next-gen Skoda Kodiaq will be offered in both petrol and diesel engine options. Moreover, both engines are expected to get some form of hybridisation.

Source: Motor1

Tucson is the top choice. Superb engine, gearbox, Hyundai-backing, comfortable, features etc. Second choice Compass Diesel AT.

2022 Hyundai Tucson

Hyundai Tucson Pros

• A futuristic-looking, well-engineered premium SUV
• Complete urban package with comfortable suspension, light steering and a smooth automatic
• 2.0L diesel engine is not just refined, but punchy too
• 540 litres of boot space is enough to haul holiday luggage
• ADAS safety features like autonomous emergency braking, blind spot monitor and lane-keep assist are cool & work reasonably well
• Loaded with features like a panoramic sunroof, multi-air mode AC, ventilated and heated front seats, connected car tech, wireless charging, boss control for the front seat etc.
• 5-star Euro NCAP rating. 6 airbags, ESC, VSM, downhill brake control, TPMS, 360-degree camera & more

Hyundai Tucson Cons

• Edgy looks & funky styling may not be to everyone's liking
• At ~43 lakhs on road for the top-end variant, the Tucson is expensive!
• Not as engaging to drive as the Kodiaq or Tiguan
• Naturally-aspirated petrol isn't as punchy as the competitors' turbo-petrol units
• Other crossovers & SUVs offer a 3rd-row of seats. Tucson is a 5-seater only
• Some missing features such as paddle shifters, rear sunblinds...
• Hyundai badge lacks the snob value that many 40-lakh rupee customers are looking for

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Jeep Compass

Jeep Compass Pros:

• Handsome Cherokee-inspired styling & loads of character
• Solid build. Feels very robust, just as a Jeep should
• Powerful 2.0L diesel. Good driveability in the city, fast on the open road
• 1.4L turbo-petrol makes 161 BHP! Offers fast performance.
• Mature suspension setup, nicely-tuned EPS & rock-solid stability
• Capable AWD available (unlike some competitors)
• City-friendly: Compact size, higher seating, smooth gearshift, soft clutch & low NVH
• Topnotch safety: Strong all-disc brakes, a plethora of electronic aids & 6 airbags
• We think the Compass is well-priced for what it offers. The driving experience & overall package feel premium

Jeep Compass Cons:

• Small size for the price! A sentiment echoed by most people who saw it in person
• Suitable for 4 adults, not 5. Boot is small too
• Inexplicably, only the AWD Diesel gets 6 airbags! All other variants have 2
• Tiny dealership network. Plus, after-sales quality & long-term reliability are unknown factors
• AWD's premium is over 2 lakh rupees on-the-road. Includes 4 extra airbags, but is still too much
• Turning radius of 5.65m is wide. Also, 17º approach angle is too low
• Missing goodies (blanks on the steering, auto-dimming IRVM, auto wipers & headlamps, lumbar adjustment, reclinable rear seats)

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Link to Review - The Petrol AT

Link to Report - The Trailhawk

Citroen C5 Aircross

Citroen C5 Aircross Pros:

• A superbly engineered & properly premium crossover
• Very stylish exteriors & interiors! We love the design. It's matched to solid build quality
• Good quality cabin with comfortable seats, lots of storage & fantastic insulation
• 2.0L diesel engine is quick, efficient & extremely refined
• Smooth 8-speed AT gearbox impresses
• Excellent ride comfort and mature road manners. High speed behaviour is sorted too
• Large, well-shaped 580 liter boot gobbles up holiday / airport luggage
• Loaded to the gills with features such as a panoramic sunroof, handsfree tailgate opening, customisable instrument cluster, double laminated front windows, terrain modes...
• 4-star rating in the Euro NCAP crash test. 3-point seatbelts for all five occupants, 6 airbags, blind spot monitoring system, ESP, hill hold, hill descent control and more

Citroen C5 Aircross Cons:

• Rear legroom is strictly adequate. Two 5’10" adults can sit behind each other, but not two 6-footers
• No turbo-petrol engine (big miss), no AWD for tourers & no manual gearbox for MT fans
• Not really sporty to drive. Cars like the Compass are more fun
• Missing some features we expect today (connected car tech, wireless charging, ventilated seats, 360-degree camera, subwoofer…)
• The bolstering of the 3 individual rear seats is suitable for slim passengers, not heavier ones
• Audio sound quality is alright, but nothing special as you’d expect in a premium car
• Many competing crossovers & SUVs offer a 3rd-row of seats, which the C5 Aircross doesn't have
• The LHD orientation of many controls (gear shifter, e-brake, bonnet release, engine start button)
• Long-term reliability & after-sales service quality are big unknowns

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Volkswagen Tiguan

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Skoda Kodiaq

Skoda Kodiaq Pros:

• The ultimate “value luxury” SUV! Classy styling, solid build & superb quality
• Cabin offers space, practicality and lots of intelligent features
• Impressive 2.0L turbo-petrol is mated to a quick 7-speed DSG automatic
• Cushy ride quality in “Comfort” mode (L&K variant)
• Sorted handling & road manners in “Sport” mode. Adjustable suspension is a USP of the L&K
• 3rd-row of seats is an advantage over some 5-seater competitors
• Massive boot with 3rd seat row down. Boot is useable even with the 3rd seat row up
• Impressive kit (12-speaker Canton ICE, panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera, auto parking...)
• AWD is available to get you out of tricky situations. Tourers will love it
• 5-star safety rating & equipment (9 airbags + a host of electronic aids)

Skoda Kodiaq Cons:

• Workhorse 2.0L turbo-diesel is no longer available. Heavy users will miss its low running costs
• Single digit fuel economy of the turbo-petrol AT in the city. Drops drastically if you drive aggressively
• Its sibling, the VW Tiguan, is priced a couple of lakhs cheaper
• Expensive! Worse still, Skoda increased the Kodiaq’s pricing within days of the launch
• Cramped 3rd row of seats is strictly for small children. A 5+2 SUV, not a 7-seater
• Styling does look Estate-ish from some angles. Doesn't have that much street cred or presence
• We feel that the “Sportline” variant should’ve been offered with the DCC & other L&K features
• Skoda’s ill-famed dealership network & after-sales horror stories
• Skoda’s patchy long-term reliability track record (including, but not limited to, the DSG)
• Silly feature deletions from older Kodiaq (rear door sills, 1 umbrella, 1 blanket, chrome tip on power window switches, removable torch in the boot, red warning lights on the front doors…)

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Jeep Meridian

Jeep Meridian Pros:

• Handsome unmistakably-Jeep styling & loads of character
• Robust build quality. Feels very solid, just as a Jeep should
• Classy cabin now boasts a versatile 5+2 seating configuration and better accommodation when compared to the Compass
• Competent 2.0L diesel. Good driveability in the city, quick on the open road
• Mature suspension setup, nicely-tuned EPS & rock-solid stability
• Capable AWD available, with 214 mm of ground clearance
• Feature packed: electric front seats (driver memory), panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera, powered tailgate, LED projector headlights…
• Topnotch safety kit: Strong all-disc brakes, a plethora of electronic aids & 6 airbags
• Diesel AT now available without the AWD as well, thereby making it more accessible for urban dwellers (Compass Diesel AT only available with AWD, 5-lakhs more OTR)

Jeep Meridian Cons:

• Cabin has limited width, can feel snug for larger passengers. 5th passenger (in the 2nd row) will feel unwelcome
• 3rd row is strictly for children and small adults
• Should’ve had more power for the price. Same 2.0L diesel available in SUVs from a segment below
• No petrol engine in a market that is moving to petrols in a big way. Delhiites will be disappointed
• 9-speed Automatic gearbox is competent, but not brilliant
• We’d have liked to see front parking sensors, paddle shifters, gearbox ‘sport’ mode, a sliding middle row, more connected tech features (it’s very basic currently)
• At low speeds, the firm ride quality always keeps you aware of the road quality you’re driving on
• Jeep India’s dealer & service network coverage is still limited
• Just the higher Limited & Limited (O) variants at launch. Not sure when lesser variants will follow

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Mahindra Alturas G4

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Here's what GTO had to say on the matter:

Diesel: Tucson is the top choice. Superb engine, gearbox, Hyundai-backing, comfortable, features etc. My second choice Compass Diesel AT, but I would pick the Tucson over it today. Sure, the Tucson is overpriced, but what car isn't in 2022? OEMs are in the business to make money and will charge whatever is the max they think they can extract from the customer.

Petrol: Kodiaq, and I would wait months for its delivery. It's a crossover that always punched above its weight, and is now better in the 2022 avatar with the faster turbo-petrol engine and adjustable suspension. The "comfort" & "sport" suspension modes make a world of difference.

Let's keep this discussion around the car-like crossover options. Not including body-on-frame SUVs like the Fortuner & Gloster due to their higher price & size. Kept the Alturas only because it's among the cheapest here.

Here's what BHPian AYP had to say on the matter:

I'd go for the Tucson diesel among the options listed here. Its diesel engine with more than 400NM torque and close to 200 BHP of power is very difficult to ignore, especially when the diesel options are getting more and more limited. IMHO, diesel has a very limited lifespan left. I wouldn't be too surprised if 8-10 years down the line, diesel disappears for good or gets limited to a very selected list of cars. For all practical purposes, a person buying a diesel in the next 2-3 years will be the last diesel he or she will ever own. The TSIs and the petrol, in general, shall continue to be available for at least the next 15-20 years if not more.

For the second position, it is a very close call between the Meridian and the Kodiaq. From a neutral perspective, the Kodiaq is the best car hire period. But the Meridian offers a 'decent' diesel while still being luxurious enough on the inside. I'd pick the Meridian diesel with the manual gearbox over the Kodiaq. The Citroen C5 Aircross is a dark horse though with its potent diesel+ AT combo and its performance in all probability shall push me towards it over the Meridian.

Overall: Tucson diesel> C5 Aircross> Meridian> Kodiaq> Tiguan> Compass diesel> Compass petrol> Tucson petrol> Alturas.

Here's what BHPian Gsynch had to say on the matter:

I have voted for Jeep Meridian.

I took a TD of both Meridian and Tucson back to back and found Meridian to be more bang for the buck for a city dweller. Tucson Signature Diesel AT and Meridian FWD AT Limited (O) are almost at the same price point and Meridian offers much more. Gives the flexibility to use it as an occasional 7-seater when needed. Meridian interiors are half a step above Tucson's interior (purely subjective observation). Jeep is also a pure-play SUV brand recognized the world over.

Lastly and this could be important to many people, Meridian is available within a couple of weeks while Tucson D is 3+ months waitlisted (which, in today's uncertain times, means one potential price hike by the time one gets the car)

Here's what BHPian Shreyans_Jain had to say on the matter:

Kodiaq is undoubtedly the best car here. From space to pace to finesse to sheer quality. Nothing quite like it. If one has the budget, this is a no-brainer.

The second choice will be Jeep Compass, diesel manual. An absolute hoot to drive, perhaps the most fun you can have on this side of a BMW. It is a good 10L cheaper than the other options listed here and is a phenomenal car overall. It is the perfect car for the enthusiast with a small family. Stellar fuel efficiency is added bonus.

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The Vision 7S concept will inspire the design of the new Kodiaq.

Skoda has revealed the launch timelines for the next-generation Octavia, Superb and Kodiaq during an event which also saw the unveiling of the Vision 7S concept.

The replacement for the Superb and Kodiaq is expected to arrive in the second half of 2023, while the next-gen Octavia will be ready in 2024. The Vision 7S concept will inspire the design of the new Kodiaq.

All three models are likely to be offered with the current range of petrol and diesel engines. That being said, both engines will get some form of hybridization. Moreover, the Superb is also expected to get a full-electric version in the future.

As we had reported earlier, the Octavia and Superb face an uncertain future in India. Sources have told us that production of these models will end in February 2023, with sales ceasing by March 31, 2023.

Prices for the latest batch of the Kodiaq have gone up by Rs 2.50 lakh.

Skoda has reopened bookings for the Kodiaq SUV in India, with deliveries scheduled for Q1 of 2023.

The 2022 Skoda Kodiaq was launched in January this year, but the SUV was sold out for the year in just a few days. Prices for the latest batch of cars have gone up by Rs 2.50 lakh. The Kodiaq range now starts from Rs 37.49 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Skoda Kodiaq is imported as a completely knocked down (CKD) kit and assembled at the company’s Aurangabad plant.

Powering the Kodiaq is a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbo-petrol engine that produces 187 BHP and 320 Nm. The engine is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and an all-wheel-drive system.

2022 Skoda Kodiaq ex-showroom prices:

• Style - Rs. 37.49 lakh
• Sportline - Rs. 38.49 lakh
• L&K - Rs. 39.99 lakh

Skoda is working on a new split headlamp concept for its future SUVs, including the Kushaq facelift.

The Skoda Kushaq will be celebrating its first anniversary next month. However, we can now confirm that work on the facelift version is already underway. We've learnt that all upcoming Skoda SUVs will get a completely new split headlamp design.

We've been told that Skoda is currently working on multiple headlamp design concepts. What's common between these is the vertical headlamp setup with dual LEDs - one for low beam and the other for high beam. The latter also features an integrated fog lamp and cornering light.

Besides the main headlamp cluster consisting of dual LEDs, the cars will also have a horizontal LED daytime running light / turn indicator / parking light on the top.

The Ambition and Style variants are expected to get these upgrades, while the Active trim will get a simpler set up, albeit based on the same split headlamp concept.

Thanks to the Team-BHP fan (he prefers to remain anonymous) who sent this information in. Heartfelt gratitude for sharing it with other enthusiasts via this Team-BHP share page!

The Jeep Meridian competes with the likes of Skoda Kodiaq and Toyota Fortuner.

Jeep India has announced the prices for the Meridian. The SUV is available in five variants, including a single 4x4 variant, with prices starting at Rs. 29.90 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Jeep Meridian shares its underpinnings with the Compass. It gets a slim 7-slat radiator grille flanked by sleek LED headlights with LED daytime running lights. The rear features slim wraparound LED tail lamps with a chrome strip in the centre.

The interior of Jeep's 3-row SUV it is similar to the Compass. In the centre is a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system that comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. The SUV also gets a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, multi-zone automatic climate control, a panoramic sunroof and a powered tailgate.

The list of safety features offered on the Meridian include a 360-degree camera, 6 airbags, Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA), Fading Brake Support (FBS), Ready Alert Brake (RAB), Rain Brake Assist (RBA), Hill Start Assist (HAS), and Automatic Vehicle Hold (AVH).

Powering the Meridian is Jeep's familiar 2.0-litre diesel engine. It is paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 9-speed automatic transmission. The top-spec Limited (O) trim is available with a four-wheel-drive system. Jeep claims that the Meridian can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 10.8 seconds and has a top speed of 198 km/h.

The Jeep Meridian competes with the likes of Skoda Kodiaq and Toyota Fortuner.

Jeep Meridian ex-showroom prices:

• Limited MT - Rs. 29.90 lakh
• Limited (O) MT - Rs. 32.40 lakh
• Limited AT - Rs. 31.80 lakh
• Limited (O) AT - Rs. 34.30 lakh
• Limited (O) AT 4x4 - Rs. 36.95 lakh

The Jeep Meridian will compete with the Skoda Kodiaq and Toyota Fortuner.

Jeep will announce the prices of the Meridian SUV on May 19, 2022. Pre-bookings have been open since May 3.

The Jeep Meridian is a 3-row SUV that will compete with the Skoda Kodiaq and Toyota Fortuner. The SUV will be offered with a 2.0-litre diesel engine paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 9-speed automatic transmission. It will also be available with an all-wheel-drive option.

The Meridian features a slim 7-slat grille up front flanked by sleek LED headlights with LED daytime running lights. The rear features slim wraparound LED tail lamps with a chrome strip in the centre.

The interiors of the Meridian are similar to the Compass. The centre console houses a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple Carplay and Android Auto connectivity, and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster. Other features include multi-zone automatic climate control, a panoramic sunroof, a powered tailgate, a 360-degree camera and 6 airbags; among others.

With a combination of spirited & sedate driving, the SUV returned 11.8km/l fuel efficiency.

BHPian Jangra recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Recently completed a 1200 km trip to India's cleanest city - Indore. Glad that my sparingly used Kodiaq got the treat of a long trip. And so did I.

Noting a few observations from this trip

What I hate

• Speed dings. I don't know what MoRTH was smoking when they implemented 80 km speed dings. I do not mind 120, but dings at 80 are annoying on highways. Every overtakes involves speed from 100 to 60 and back to 80+, and a lot of times it likes cruising between 75 and 85. Those dings also bothered my family, waking them from their sleep. I have never modified my cars and I keep their stock, guess I will have to live with this one.
• Wireless Charger. I got a "Your Phone is Very Hot" warning. My 50% battery stayed at 50% post 3 hours of being on the charging pad with CarPlay on before this warning appeared.

What concerned me

During the onwards journey, with the intention of better mileage, I drove in Eco mode. During about 50 km of driving in this mode, I noticed the drive being jerky between 4-5-6th gear while cruising. Never encountered this issue in city driving but on the highways when you're slowing down for traffic and cruising again, you can feel the jerk between those ratios, and also hear the transmission clank noise. You may not feel and hear anything, should your music system be loud, but when in mute, you can feel it and hear it. Switching to normal mode I did not encounter this issue. But, while returning to Mumbai, this could be felt even in the normal mode. This issue only occurs when you're driving very sedately and gears are changing at a very low RPM (1100-1200). In a sport mode or on a normal mode with normal (not sedate) driving, this issue was not felt. I made peace with this behaviour after 1200 km of driving. This was never felt in my Vento 1.2 TSI. Vento jerkiness is only limited to 1st and 2nd gear.

Could be better

It's summer and 40+ degrees throughout - Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, I would have loved it if AC did a better job of cooling as my Vento does. Understand this is due to the cabin area being significantly larger. Blower from 4th speed starts to get loud to a point that it hinders the lovely acoustics of the music. I do not ever drive on Auto AC mode as it turns the air recirculation off and therefore takes forever to chill the cabin and maintain it.

Like it

• Mileage. onwards journey was 400 km sedate and 200 spirited got me 11.8 km/l. Return was mostly spirited which gave me 10.4 km/l. My Vento is only slightly higher, which is 14 when sedated and 12 when spirited. Also very happy to report that the car can easily do 600kms (at least) on a full tank.
• Alcantara seats. The car did not have covered parking in Indore and with temperatures at 42 degrees, suede was warm to the touch, unlike leather which gets very hot.
• Boot Space. Being a large SUV, boot space with 3rd row folded is only slightly larger than of my Vento. It's still in "like it" as the space is good.

Love it:

• Fun to drive. All this while I only drove the Kodiaq in the city. It is the highway that makes this purchase worth it. Compared to my Vento, this is much more fun on the straight roads. No matter what speed you are at, there is always a surge of power on tap. 0-100 under 8 seconds feels possible even on the NORMAL mode. You can have some real fun on the ghat section in SPORT mode, this SUV / crossover drives like a sedan.
• Seat comfort. Usually, all-day driving makes me tired and gives me a backache. This 12-way seat adjustment with lumbar support worked like a charm. No backache and tiredness at the end of the journey
• Silent cabin. Turn off the AC blower, mute your music, drive it over a pothole, speed bumps, or rumble strips and you will immediately appreciate the build quality. Even the sound of the door shut screams quality.
• Music system. It's amazing! This is the first thing I flaunt about with my friends and colleagues.
• Finally the reason I bought it over the Tiguan - the looks. I'm still not tired of drooling over it looks. Makes me very satisfied with the purchase.

Finally, and most importantly, it was the expression of my in-laws when we reached. They greeted the car before they greeted us

Some pictures from the trip

1st break at Starbucks Igatpuri.

Here's what BHPian akshaysehgal had to say on the matter:

Congratulations on the new car. Wishing you many many happy miles on this beauty. Great review and travel updates.

I recently saw a black version of the car overtaking me on a Delhi road and I followed it for a good 10 minutes admiring it all the way! You mentioned the looks of the car as the last point but if it were me, I would put it all the way up. In my opinion, it is one of the finest looking SUVs (not just in the 7-seater category) right now in India!

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The 2.0L TSI engine and DSG combo is brilliant. Serves up power when required without any hesitation.

BHPian TurbochargedT recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Took delivery of my Graphite Grey L&K on 14th April. I got very lucky as the dealership till the first week of April had no clue when the car would get allotted. Fortunately, for me two customers who had booked this color cancelled their booking and refused to take delivery because of the price hike. The agent called me and asked me if I was interested and I resounded with a loud yes. I went to their stockyard on 10th April and checked out the car and did not notice any issues. The next day I made the payment and submitted the necessary documents and brought her home on 14th April. On the day of the delivery the dealership sales head told me that it is the first Graphite Grey being delivered in Delhi NCR.

The cherry on the cake was an upcoming wedding in Himachal just a few days after taking the delivery. So, I got a chance to take the Grey Bear to its natural habitat - the mountains. The journey was around 1000kms in total and was a mix of city, highway and mountain roads. I loved every minute of the journey. I am sharing some observations from the journey:

• The 2.0L engine and DSG combo is brilliant. Serves up power when required without any hesitation. The gear shifts are also very smooth. I sometimes felt that there was a lack of promptness to react to the pedal inputs on some very steep inclines.

• The Hill Descent Control was really nice when going downhill, this was the first time I have driven a car with this feature and it was really helpful.

• The seats are very supportive and comfortable for long journeys. The drive itself is very comfortable and I loved the fact that I can customize the driving mode and suspension.

• The NVH levels are very good and the cabin is very silent. This really helps in making the journey less fatiguing.

• Visibility overall is very good and even driving at night was confidence inspiring. However, the 360 degree camera resolution could have been better.

• The infotainment unit is easy to use and wireless connectivity is very fast and reliable. The Canton speakers do a decent job but sometimes the rear passengers complained that it wasn't loud enough. Also, the screen should have ideally been slightly bigger.

• The A/C is very effective which is a relief as the A/C on my Taigun in comparison is very ineffective and takes a long time to cool the cabin. The physical buttons for the A/C unit are very intuitive and easy to use.

• I guess the only major drawback I can share is the Fuel Efficiency. I am sharing a snapshot of the journey below in one of the pictures. In my other cars I would easily get an average of 18 to 20. I am not complaining though, as I very well knew what I was getting into. Need to try XP95 next time, these figures are with 'normal' fuel throughout the journey.

The car is brilliant to drive and an absolute looker, I always have a smile on my face every time I step out after a drive. Sharing a few pictures below.

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I switched from Shell V-Power to regular petrol and the EPC warning light came on.

BHPian pk1972 recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

I took my new Kodiaq for a spin today. I had filled V-Power from Shell when I took delivery. On the highway near Bengaluru today, filled 10-litres of regular petrol at Shell as they did not have V-Power. 2 minutes into the drive I have the EPC warning.

What does this mean?

Here's what BHPian EaurougeatSpa had to say on the matter:

Would be better to check with the service centre. Looks like the same issue with the Kushaq.

Multiple people have said that using petrol with additives might be an issue. There is a thread on RON95 fuel.

Here's what BHPian adi_petrolhead had to say on the matter:

I had an issue with my Octavia, within the first 500 km, just like you have encountered and it was due to Shell petrol. Shell normal petrol also comes with additives, to which these systems are extremely sensitive. Stick to XP95 from a reputed IOCL bunk and you should be fine. Recommend emptying the tank at the workshop, and they might want to replace the fuel pump too perhaps if the error keeps coming back. Please report back as to what did the dealership tell you post-diagnosis. Did the car go into "limp home" mode after the EML turned on?

Here's what BHPian Jangra had to say on the matter:

Sorry to hear about this issue and your inconvenience.

Wonder how bad the quality of petrol would be for this to happen. Knowing this engine has been around for quite some time and I have not seen posts of the EPC issues, wonder why this occurred.

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