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Today, we have the °°Skoda Kylaq°°with us—Skoda’s most affordable and compact SUV. But in making it compact and budget-friendly, has Skoda compromised on its core DNA? Let’s find out!
1. °°Safety First – A Non-Negotiable Factor°°
Safety is like prepaid insurance—once you buy a car, you can’t upgrade its safety later. You can’t change the build quality, add more airbags, or install ESP afterward. So, checking a car’s safety should always be the first step.
°°How Safe is the Skoda Kylaq?°°
- Built on the °°MQB A0 platform°° (same as Kushaq & Slavia, both 5-star rated in crash tests).
- High-strength steel body with no compromise on structural integrity.
- Safety features include °°6 airbags, ABS with EBD, traction control, ESP, and more°°.
- Panel gaps and fit-finish (inside and out) are solid—no cost-cutting here.
2. °°The Engine – Not Your Ordinary Turbo Petrol°°
The Kylaq comes with a °°1.0L TSI turbo-petrol engine°°—but this isn’t just any turbo. It’s a °°direct-injection (TSI) engine°°, a tech usually found in pricier cars (like higher variants of Creta/Seltos).
°°Why Does This Matter?°°
- Direct injection = better performance + efficiency.
- Most rivals in this segment offer °°non-turbo engines°° (even up to ₹12 lakh).
- Skoda could have cut costs by using a regular turbo, but they didn’t—°°performance remains a priority°°.
°(Note: Full driving impressions coming soon after the test drive embargo lifts!)°
3. °°Features – Practical & Premium Touches°°
For a car in this segment, the Kylaq packs impressive features:
°°10-inch touchscreen°° (bright, responsive, with wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay).
-°°All Type-C charging ports°° (no outdated USB slots).
- °°Fully electric front seats°° (unlike rivals that offer partial adjustments).
- °°Ventilated seats°° (in higher variants).
- °°Disc brake wiping°° (a rare feature even in top variants of rivals).
°°4. Practicality – Smart Storage & Spacious Boot°°
°°Interior Storage:°°
°°Adjustable armrest°° with extra storage.
- °°Cooled glovebox°° with dedicated slots (for pens, toll tags, etc.).
- °°Rear seat back pockets°° with smartphone holders (prevents sliding).
°°Boot Space (446L – Biggest in Segment!)°°
- Fits °°3 large suitcases + a camera bag + extra backpack** comfortably.
- °°60:40 split folding** for flexible storage.
- °°3kg hooks°° for hanging bags.
5. °°Comfort – Designed for Long Drives °°
- °°Front seats:°° Well-bolstered, firm (good for long trips).
- °°Rear seats:°° Contoured for better support (no sliding on turns).
- °°Ample headroom & knee room°°(even for 6-footers).
- °°Big armrest & 3 adjustable headrests°° for added comfort.
6. °°Driving Dynamics – Fun to Drive!°°
°°(Based on track testing in Coimbatore)°°
- °°Sharp handling°°(thanks to MQB A0 platform).
- °°Balanced ride & stability°° (similar to Kushaq/Slavia).
- °°Agile performance°°(lighter than Kushaq, so quicker response).
°°Final Verdict: Has Skoda Compromised?°°
°°No.°°Despite being affordable, the Kylaq retains Skoda’s DNA—°°safety, performance, and driving pleasure°°. It’s the first European SUV in this segment, offering what rivals often miss: °°a fun driving experience°°.
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