the successful one karoq It has been updated not to be outdone and remains one of the favorites within the Skoda vehicle range. Its commercialization started in 2017 and today, the Czech manufacturer managed to sell more than half a million units.
It appeared as the little brother of the Kodiaq and has already become one of the most important copies of the brand. In 2021 it was the third best-selling model, behind only the Octavia and Kamiq city SUV. SUVs currently represent 50% of Skoda’s sales, proving once again that this type of car is still one of the big favourites.
In this new episode, the Skoda Karoq has been changed to give the public a slimmer design and a more streamlined look† It is characterized by its renewed design language, typical of the current SUVs of the brand, in which its large grille, wider than before and with a hexagonal shape, stands out. The headlamps have been redesigned and are offered for the first time with Matrix full-LED technologyallowing you to enjoy better illumination of the road
It is available with three different trim levels: Active, Ambition and Style† next to the Sportline variant, designed for the most daring. Under the hood we find a 190 hp engine, specially reserved for this top version. It has an automatic gearbox as standard, four-wheel drive and is aesthetically recognizable by a range of black details, exclusive wheels and the Sportline decals. This year the brand celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Sportline name, which was first introduced on the Favorit in 1992.
Thanks to the renewed body, new wheels and fuel-efficient engines, the aerodynamics of this Karoq have been significantly improved, reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions† The new Karoq also offers a wide range of driving assistance and safety systems, which guarantee greater comfort and a better driving experience. The Travel Assist system includes assistants such as predictive cruise control, Lane Departure Warning Assistant or traffic sign recognition.
With this restyling of the Skoda Karoq, the designers wanted to give it a more striking and daring image. In addition to its new grille and new headlights, it includes a spoiler that makes it appear longer when viewed from the side.
The Skoda Karoq is 4.39 meters long, 1.84 meters wide and 1.60 meters high. This translates into a large interior space and a large luggage compartment of 521 liters, which reaches 1,630 liters with the seats folded.
There are five different high-efficiency engines to choose from, with two diesel and three petrol options. Power levels start at 110 hp to 190 hp, in the Sportline variant.
A new decoration has been introduced inside the car, with new trim and trim options, which can be made from recycled materials according to the customer’s wishes.
This update offers a wide selection of different colors and materials for the Ambition and Style versions, which come with new trim on the doors and on the dashboard. In addition to the black covers with which the chairs come as standard, they can also be upholstered in black or beige leather, depending on the finish chosen.
Skoda gives the option to configure the Karoq with nine different colorswith two new metal options called phoenix orange Y graphite gray†
This optional package is available for Karoq with Ambition and Style finish. It includes seat covers sustainably produced from recycled plastic bottles, with leather-like design features.
With the idea of taking comfort to the next level, the Skoda Karoq can be equipped with the three-zone Climatronic, allowing passengers to regulate the temperature independently.
On the dashboard we found a touchscreen up to 9.2 inches in size, from which you can control the various applications of the infotainment system, compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto† Thanks to the integrated eSIM, this SUV is always connected to the internet and will be sold later this year only with a digital instrument panel.
This modern and well-equipped SUV not only offers the possibility to connect your mobile phone to the car in a very simple way, but also offers the possibility to charge it via induction while driving.
The Skoda Karoq stands out for many reasons, including its high level of safety. In addition to integrating a wide range of driver assistance systems, it can be equipped with: up to nine airbags.
Depending on the finish chosen and the engine it equips, The prices of the new Skoda Karoq start at € 28,200 and go up to € 43,000.
Source: Marie Claire
