Compact but still spacious
The Kylaq, Škoda’s latest and smallest model, was unveiled in November. Measuring less than 4 metres in length, it targets the popular Indian market segment, with prices starting from CZK 220,000. The Kylaq introduces the new Modern Solid design language to India, along with the largest boot in its class and a wide range of equipment focused on safety, including six airbags.
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Compact Yet Spacious
The new Kylaq has been unveiled to the world. In India, this small SUV will be available at a starting price of CZK 220,000.
The Kylaq now holds the position of the smallest model in Škoda’s portfolio as it measures about 15 centimetres shorter than the Fabia. This places it within the sub-4-metre segment, which is very popular in India. Journalists got their first impressions of the vehicle during test drives with the camouflaged model (see the November 2024 issue of Škoda Mobil). In early November, the new car was officially revealed in all its glory.
The compact car, developed and manufactured in India, became Škoda Auto’s new entry-level model for the local market. “The Kylaq beckons with a wide choice of variants, colours, features and a standard package of over 25 active and passive safety technologies. At a very competitive starting price of INR 789,000, the Kylaq is the most accessible Škoda model in India,” said Klaus Zellmer, CEO.
The Kylaq also introduces Škoda’s new Modern Solid design language, based on simplicity and clean lines, to India. “For example the Kylaq doesn`t have chrome frame around the grill, in order to really have a wide and bold shiny black grill graphically connected with slim headlamps of daytime running light It is also featuring the new Škoda wordmark on the tailgate, sitting on a black stripe that connects the rear lights to make one graphical and wide element,” explained Romain Bucaille, head of international projects at the EDE – Design exterior department. The Modern Solid language is also reflected in the style of the headlights, which have a minimalist design and exclusively LED sources. Viewed from the side, the robust trim on the wheel arches and side sills stands out, along with the above-standard ground clearance. Among the five available colours, the striking gold colour called Olive is particularly noteworthy.
Romain Bucaille
Design exterior – foreign projects
EDE – Design exterior
Recognisable Škoda elements are being re-interpreted for the Kylaq to make it unique and specific for the indian market. We designed the Kylaq to have a tough and solid design, to really stand out in the crowd with an imposing road presence. Being small and compact, we designed the Kylaq to look like a big car. It has muscular shapes with generous wheelarches, robust claddings, high ground clearance and a lot of space around the wheels to showcase the SUV capability on all terrains. We as well pay particular attention to details in the lamps, as well as some specially designed hexagon pattern on the plastic parts.
Emphasis on safety
The Kylaq’s standard equipment includes six airbags, multi-collision brakes, a rollover protection system and more. Selected variants also offer cornering lights, hill-start assist and some additional features.
The highlight is the 446-litre boot, the largest in the car’s segment, complemented by a variety of storage compartments designed in the Simply Clever spirit. The infotainment system features a 10.1-inch display, clear controls and practical design. Furthermore, the Kylaq brings several conveniences to the segment, such as ventilated front seats with six-way electric adjustment. Selected variants also include an electrically operated sunroof, which is in high demand among Indian customers.
Film premiere
The world premiere of the Kylaq took place on 6 November via a broadcast on JioCinema’s internet television platform. Viewers were introduced to the car through a short film made by popular Indian director Rohit Shetty, who also appeared driving the car. You can watch the clip through the online version of Škoda Mobil. The launch was attended by representatives of Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited and the Mladá Boleslav carmaker, including Klaus Zellmer, Škoda Auto CEO, Martin Jahn, Board Member for Sales and Marketing, and Oliver Stefani, Head of the ED – Škoda Design department.