The Kylaq is available in four trims: Classic, Signature, Signature+ and Prestige.

If you book a Skoda Kylaq today, you might have to wait for up to 4 months for its delivery. According to reports, the waiting period for the Kylaq ranges between 2 to 4 months, depending on the variant.

The Skoda Kylaq was launched in November last year. The brand’s first compact SUV is available in four trims: Classic, Signature, Signature+ and Prestige, with prices starting at Rs 7.89 lakh (ex-showroom).

As per reports, the Signature MT and AT trims have an average waiting period of 3-4 months, while the Signature+ and Prestige variants can be delivered in 2-3 months.

The Kylaq is powered by the familiar 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, which produces 113 BHP and 178 Nm. It is paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission.

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Out on the highway is where you will appreciate the mid-range and the top-end of the engine. Past the 2,000 rpm mark, the engine pulls nice and clean all the way to 5,500.

Driving the Skoda Kylaq 1.0L Turbo Petrol AT

The only engine option on the Kylaq is the 999cc, turbocharged, 3-cylinder, direct-injection petrol engine that puts out 114 BHP and 178 Nm. This engine is paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed torque converter automatic (AQ250-6F). It is shared with the Kushaq, Slavia, Taigun and the Slavia. The Kylaq doesn’t get the bigger 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine that these cars get. Being the only engine option on offer puts the Kylaq at a bit of a disadvantage compared to some of the other cars in the segment. Cars like the Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet and the Mahindra XUV3XO also have a diesel engine on offer. The Maruti Brezza and Tata Nexon also come with a factory-fitted CNG option.

The engine is pretty refined at idle and you don’t get the typical 3-cylinder hum from the engine. Start driving and you’ll notice that the throttle response is satisfactory and the Kylaq moves off the line with ease. The engine is tractable and isn't dead at low rpms. But, there is little turbo lag. If you want, you can pull from under 1,000 rpm, but it's only when you cross 1,500 rpm that the motor starts feeling more comfortable. The turbo kicks in at ~2,000 rpm and if you're used to a strong turbo kick, you will be slightly disappointed by the soft power delivery of this unit. Even in bumper-to-bumper traffic, the Kylaq feels smooth. However, since the Kylaq has a manual handbrake, you don’t get an auto-hold function, which is dearly missed when stuck in traffic. Overall, the city driveability is good and the power delivery is nice and linear. Combined with light electric power steering, good ergonomics and excellent all-round visibility, the Kylaq is very city-friendly.

Out on the highway is where you will appreciate the mid-range and the top-end of the engine. Past the 2,000 rpm mark, the engine pulls nice and clean all the way to 5,500. If you're pushing hard, this is where you would want to be. A bonus here is that the engine doesn't sound coarse at high revs, in fact, it sounds quite sporty. Even beyond 5,500 rpm, the top-end isn't flat and the engine keeps pulling all the way to 6,600 rpm. Highway cruising is a comfortable affair too in the Kylaq and it can do triple-digit speeds quite easily. You will see the engine rpm settled at ~1,900 rpm at 100 km/h and ~2,400 at 120 km/h. All in all, the engine is fast enough for Indian roads.

The 6-speed torque converter is butter-smooth in its operation and you will barely notice the shifts happening. Also in day-to-day driving conditions, the torque converter automatic makes sure you are in the right gear almost all the time. We didn't find it getting confused or hunting for gears at any point and the AT will keep most drivers happy. There’s an ‘S’ mode as well, which holds on to the gears a bit longer than the ‘D’ mode and is slightly more aggressive with the shifts. The claimed 0-100 km/h acceleration time for this automatic gearbox is 11.5 seconds. You also get a manual mode and there are paddle shifters if you want full control, but like most torque converters, these aren't very engaging. Most owners will just let the electronics do all the shifting.

Driving the Skoda Kylaq 1.0L Turbo Petrol 6MT

The 1.0 TSI engine is also offered with a 6-speed manual transmission (MQ200-6F). This is also the gearbox that we have seen on the other cars based on the MQB-IN platform. One of the first things you will notice when you depress the clutch is that the travel is long. It is not very heavy, but it’s not as light as some of the Maruti cars. It does feel a bit springy as well when releasing. Getting off the line is however not that difficult and you can move smoothly. It’s best if you don’t lug this engine as you might end up stalling. And in case you stall, all you need to do is press the clutch pedal all the way in and the engine fires back up. This is essentially an extension of the engine auto start/stop feature.

The gearbox has short throws and the gates are well defined. Moving through gears is not as smooth as say in the Maruti Brezza, but it’s fairly convenient. Quick shifts while driving enthusiastically are handled well. The gear ratios are spread out nicely and you can putter around town in the first 3 gears comfortably. The maximum speed you can do in the 1st gear is 50 km/h and you can go up to 95 km/h in the 2nd gear.

Highway cruising is a comfortable affair too in the Kylaq and it can do triple-digit speeds quite easily. The 6 gear ratios will help you extract maximum fuel efficiency from this motor. It revs at a comfortable ~2,100 rpm at 100 km/h and 2,500 rpm at 120 km/h in 6th gear. For a quick overtake, however, from cruising speeds, you might have to downshift to 4th to get the engine in its powerband. Skoda claims a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 10.5 seconds with this manual transmission.

Noise, Vibration & Harshness (NVH)

The 1.0L TSI is overall a refined motor. Despite being a 3-cylinder engine, the vibrations and noise are well controlled. On the move, things are fine at regular rpms. It's only when you hit high revs that the 3-cylinder thrum is obvious. But it’s an enjoyable, sporty note. Road and tyre noise are also kept in check. On the other hand, wind noise did start creeping in at 90 km/h, but it was not excessive.

Mileage & Fuel economy

If driven with a light foot, the 1.0 TSI should give you an acceptable FE. However, do keep in mind that turbo-petrol cars are sensitive to throttle input and the torque converter automatic does sips in more fuel than a manual. So, drive the car hard and you'll see the tank needle drop very fast. To aid fuel efficiency, you get an idle start/stop system that shuts off the engine when the car is stationary and the gear position is neutral.

Claimed fuel efficiency –

1.0 TSI MT – 19.68 km/l

1.0 TSI AT – 19.05 km/l

1.0L turbo-petrol engine makes 114 BHP @ 5,000-5,500 rpm and 178 Nm @ 1,750-4,000 rpm:

No insulation sheet under the bonnet:

Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres:

Suspension

Ride Comfort

Back in October last year, I got the chance to drive the pre-production version of the Kylaq at the CoASTT High Performance Centre in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu and I was quite impressed with the ride and handling of the car. I was also looking forward to driving it on regular roads to get a hang of how it would be to live with the Kylaq. Overall, not a lot has changed from the pre-production version to the production version. The Kylaq comes with a McPherson strut suspension at the front and a twist-beam rear axle. The ride quality is very similar to the Kushaq which just hits the right spot. It’s neither too soft nor too stiff. Owners used to driving some of the older German cars will appreciate this suspension tune. It has an underlying stiffness to it, which is why you feel the potholes in the cabin at low speeds. It’s not uncomfortable though. The 17-inch wheels further add to the stiffness of the suspension. We expect the 16-inch rims to do better in this area.

Handling & Dynamics

Get up to highway speeds and the ride quality gets better. The Kylaq has sorted road manners and maintains composure at high speeds. Expansion joints or road undulations at highway speeds are handled nicely and don’t unsettle the car very easily.

I was impressed with the Kylaq when pushing it hard on the track and it is impressive on the regular roads as well. The wide front and rear track accompanied by short overhangs means that the Kylaq has a wide footprint. This makes the chassis more stable and gives it more grip around corners. Sure, there is some body roll due to the height of the car, but nothing alarming though. The turn-in is sharp and it’s easy to place the car in the corners. Quick direction changes are also handled really well.

Steering

The EPS feels direct & sharp. It is light at parking & city speeds which is now the market's preference. It is still a level too light and comfort-oriented at high speeds and we wish Skoda had firmed things up a bit. Even when pushing the car hard in corners, you will wish for more weight along with the directness. It still feels a bit vague in the center. For day-to-day driving, however, it does the job pretty well.

Braking

The Kylaq gets disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear which is more like a segment standard. The brakes perform well and are adequate for the performance on offer. Emergency braking maneuvers are also handled well and the car comes to a halt without much drama. The brake pedal is well-calibrated and feels sharp to use.

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Skoda is betting big on the Kylaq and rightly so. They’ve managed to pack all the good things from the bigger Kushaq in a slightly smaller package.

Skoda Kylaq Pros

• A well-rounded Compact SUV that gives you mini-Kushaq vibes. Solid build too
• Good-looking cabin with supportive seats, sorted ergonomics and decent space
• 114 BHP, 1.0L TSI engine with 6MT or 6AT offers peppy performance
• Sorted suspension delivers a balanced ride & handling package
• 446 litres of boot space (boot floor to roof) is sufficiently sized for a family’s weekend getaway
• 5-star BNCAP safety rating! Equipped with 6 airbags, ESC, 3-point seatbelts for all, electronic differential lock, brake disc wiping, multi-collision brake and more
• Feature list includes ventilated front seats with 6-way electric adjustment, automatic headlamps, automatic wipers, auto-dimming IRVM, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, wireless phone charging, ambient lighting and a sunroof

Skoda Kylaq Cons

• Just one engine on offer. No diesel, no CNG, no electric, no 1.5L petrol like the Kushaq
• Interior quality doesn’t feel up to old-school Skoda standards
• Mediocre 4 speaker + 2 tweeter sound system. Competition offers a better sound experience
• Missing some features like the 360-degree view camera, subwoofer, driving modes, ADAS…
• Narrow width makes a 5th adult completely unwelcome. Best for 4 adults onboard
• Skoda’s after-sales service can be a hit or miss. The brand’s long-term reliability can be patchy as well

Read Team-BHP's detailed Skoda Kylaq Review here.

The Skoda Kylaq is available with a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic.

The Skoda Kylaq marks the Czech brand’s entry into the lucrative sub-4 meter SUV segment. A low running cost is one of the key requirements for customers in this segment. So, how does the Kylaq fare when it comes to fuel efficiency?

The Skoda Kylaq is available with a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine that produces 113 BHP and 178 Nm. The engine is paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic. According to Skoda, the manual version returns 19.68 km/l, while the automatic delivers a fuel economy of 19.05 km/l.

The Skoda Kylaq is available in four trims: Classic, Signature, Signature+ and Prestige, with prices starting at Rs 7.89 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Kylaq is also one of the safety models in the segment, with a Bharat NCAP rating of 5 stars.

The Skoda Kylaq is available in four trims: Classic, Signature, Signature+ and Prestige.

Skoda will reopen bookings for the entry-level Classic variant of the Kylaq on January 27. The carmaker had stopped taking bookings for the base variant after it was sold out in December last year.

The Skoda Kylaq is available in four trims: Classic, Signature, Signature+ and Prestige, with prices starting at Rs 7.89 lakh (ex-showroom).

The base Classic variant comes equipped with LED headlamps with LED DRLs, LED taillights, 6-airbags, ESC, ISOFIX, and rear parking sensors. However, it misses out on features such as the touchscreen infotainment system, automatic climate control, wireless charger, and electric sunroof.

The Kylaq is powered by a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine that produces 113 BHP and 178 Nm. The engine is paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic. The base Classic trim, though, gets the 6-speed manual only.

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This is a sub-4m car that will take on the likes of Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet.

BHPian Omkar recently shared this with other enthusiasts:

Big shoutout to libranof1987 for shooting these pictures & his coverage of the Bharat Mobility Global Expo. Thanks for sharing, man!

Skoda is betting heavily on the Kylaq and rightly so. It’s an important car for them and is expected to bring in the sales:

This is a sub-4m car that will take on the likes of Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet. The Kylaq rides on 17-inch rims and the ground clearance is rated at 189 mm:

Powering the Kylaq is the 1.0L TSI engine from the Kushaq and the Slavia. It makes 114 BHP and 178 Nm of torque and will be available with a 6-speed MT or a 6-speed AT:

The rear design has some interesting bits. The Skoda badge lettering which is the new norm has been placed on a black cladding. You get a chunky rear bumper with a skid plate-like design:

Boot is pretty spacious and also gets a parcel tray:

Spare wheel is a small 15-inch steel rim with 195/65 section tyre:

The biggest highlight for Skoda has been that the Kylaq scored a 5-star safety rating at the BNCAP:

They made sure to display the body structure for everyone to have a look at:

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The vehicle used for the crash tests was the Prestige MT variant. The ratings are also applicable for the Signature and Signature+ variants.

The Skoda Kylaq has received a 5-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP. The compact SUV scored 30.88/32 points for adult occupant protection and 45/49 points for child occupant safety.

In the frontal offset barrier test, the Kylaq offered good protection to the head, neck, chest, and lower body of the front occupants. The driver’s chest and lower leg showed adequate protection.

In the side movable barrier test, the Kylaq offered good protection to the head and abdomen, while the chest showed adequate protection. The compact SUV offered good protection overall in the side pole impact test.

Dynamic tests were conducted with the use of child restraint systems. The Kylaq received a dynamic score of 24/24 and a CRS installation score of 12/12. The vehicle assessment score was 9/13.

The vehicle used for the crash tests was the Prestige MT variant. The ratings are also applicable for the Signature and Signature+ variants.

Overall pretty solid compact car. Seems to be a good replacement for my aging Brio. Looking forward to driving it in January.

BHPian TheStRyder recently shared this with other enthusiasts:

Skoda dealership in Mumbai organized a preview of Kylaq at a Mall in Mumbai today. It's a display car which will be moved across different cities. It will not be available for display at the showroom currently. Showroom display vehicles will be available in the second half of January and deliveries to commence by 1st week February as per the dealership executives. I got to spend a brief amount of time with the car and here are my first impressions.

At first look it's a baby Kushaq. Looks quite smart in Red shade although I was expecting the display vehicle to be in Olive Gold color.

Visually looks smaller than the Mahindra 3XO, would like to check it out next to Venue and Sonnet to guage street presence. Personally I quite liked the stance of the car. The side profile is nice and clean. The chrome garnish on the door handles looks tacky. Lower variants get body colored handles which I prefer. The 17” dual tone alloys look smart however lower variants get 16 inchers with bland alloys.

From the back the Kushaq looks better with elongated lights. Thankfully the connecting strip at the rear is black and not chrome. The rear lamps could have been better integrated with the connecting strip. Boot space looks good.

On the inside the dashboard looks very nice, in fact looks better than the Kushaq's. Obviously a lot of part sharing is seen. The steering wheel, Air vents, airon controls and basic layout is the same as in Kushaq. The light colored elements used on the dashboard in front of the passenger side looks good but was quite dirty on this particular car (Might be difficult to maintain in ling term).

Center arm rest does not slide and is fixed.

Key fob is flip type and has no place in the top end variant at these price levels.

The interior door opening handles look same as Kushaq and does not look built to last.

ICE screen is very slick and good quality. Audio system is good but not as good as the Kushaq due to the missing sub woofer.

The head liner looks decent and did not appear loose.

Gear throw is short and smooth

Rear seats are just like Kushaq – not for 3 people but very comfortable for 2. I am 5’10” and had enough leg space after adjusting front seat for my driving position.

The light plastic cladding on the door armrest does not look good quality. Should have been leather coating.

Overall pretty solid compact car. Seems to be a good replacement for my aging Brio. Looking forward to driving it in January. The 1.0 tsi engine in Kylaq should be fun to drive compared to the Kushaq due to compact dimensions and weight being less.

Thought my ideal car would be the upcoming Kylaq sibling from Volkswagen with the timeless Volkswagen looks and the killer 1.5 tsi engine. Now that would be a perfect pocket rocket.

Thanks

Jai

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The Skoda Kylaq is priced at Rs 7.89 lakh (ex-showroom). Deliveries are set to begin in January 2025.

Skoda Auto VW India has announced the start of production of the all-new Skoda Kylaq. The first unit recently rolled off the assembly line at the brand’s Chakan plant near Pune.

The Skoda Kylaq is the fifth model based on the MQB-A0-IN platform. It is a localized version of the VW Group’s MQB-A0 architecture. Skoda also claims to have expanded its local supplier base by 10% to improve turnaround time and reduce the cost of ownership.

Skoda Auto VW India has further enhanced the production capacity of its Chakan plant by 30%. The factory can now produce 2,55,000 units per year. Operational efficiency has also been improved, with production lines now running at 40 jobs per hour.

The Skoda Kylaq is priced at Rs 7.89 lakh (ex-showroom). The compact SUV is powered by the familiar 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, which produces 113 BHP and 178 Nm. It is paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission. 

Deliveries of the Kylaq are set to begin in January 2025. 

The Kylaq is available in four variants: Classic, Signature, Signature+ and Prestige, with prices starting at Rs 7.89 lakh.

According to a media report, Skoda has received over 10,000 bookings for the Kylaq compact SUV in 10 days since bookings opened. Deliveries will start on January 27, 2025.

The Skoda Kylaq is the brand’s first compact SUV based on the MQB A0-IN platform. It is positioned below the Kushaq and is available in four variants: Classic, Signature, Signature+ and Prestige. Prices start at Rs 7.89 lakh (ex-showroom).

In terms of features, the Kylaq gets an 8-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The sub-4 meter SUV is also equipped with ventilated front seats, an electrically adjustable driver seat, a wireless phone charger, a Canton sound system, and ambient lighting.

The Kylaq is powered by the familiar 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, which produces 113 BHP and 178 Nm. It is paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission. 

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