Skoda Kodiaq IV: Test, price and technical data sheet of the plug-in hybrid SUV

During 2024 Skoda renewed the KodiaqLarge SUVs thus arrived in the second generation. On the list there are diesel engines, the 2.0 TDI 150 and 193 HP, Mild Hybrid petrol, the 150 HP 1.5 TSI, the RS sports car with the 265 HP 2.0 TSI and theHybrid Plug-in IVwhich uses the same 1.5 TSI of the light hybrid variants. And the latter PowerTrain is the protagonist of the test in question. Four set -ups available to Kodiaq IV: Selection, with prices starting from 48,800 eurosExecutive, of 49,400 euros, Style of 51,950 euros and sportline of 53,000 euros.

Skoda Kodiaq IV: how is the design

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Let’s start with the size: the Skoda Kodiaq IV is 4.76 meters long1.86 wide and 1.66 high, with a step of 2.79 meters and oneHeight from the ground of 19 cm. The luggage compartment is enormous: available only to 5 seats (the purely endothermic variants – including RS – are also proposed to 7 seats), the Skoda Kodiaq iv has it 745 liters minimum available, but by reducing the second row you access 1,945 liters of capacity. As for design, however, the second series is characterized due to a generous grille, under the style of the style with silver strips, which enhances the robust, massive, imposing design of the front. The bright signature is arranged on two levels, and the sharp side air intakes are connected via a honeycomb texture in the bumper area. On the Style set -up are standard Look for 19 “but on the specimen on the test you see 20 “optional rims (870 euros). The rear is characterized because of a rather truncated tail, rear window almost perpendicular to the ground, Skoda lettering and bright signature without continuity.

Skoda Kodiaq IV: how it is done, the interiors

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The interiors of the Skoda Kodiaq IV affect for constructive quality, choice of materials and technology. The interiors are recommended in pierced cognac leather With cognac seams (optional, 1,980 euros), with the passenger compartment that stands out for variety and shade of colors. On the Style set -up, the aluminum pedal is missing, it is true, but it is a small detail surrounded by valid and pleasant materials to the sight. The seats are extremely comfortable For all the occupants, the drive of the heating of the same takes place through the multifunction wheels positioned in the center of the dashboard, in the lower part, just above where the smartphone is recharged to be clear. An intelligent and pleasant solution to use, without any distraction. Decidedly more detailed the 13 “screen infotainment system. There is no shortage of all the main Adas systems for level 2 assisted guide and compatibility with Apple Car Play and Android Auto.

Skoda Kodiaq IV: how is the technique

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Under the hood there is the known 1.5 TSI of the 4 -cylinder in -line Volkswagen group, located transversely. The 1,498 cc turbo petrol enjoys homologation Euro 6e, water cooling system, double camshaft in the head e Plug-in hybrid system to support, with an electric motor to complete the powertrain. As for the end, the 1.5 TSI alone develops 150 hp of maximum power between 5,000 and 6,000 rpm, as well as a torque equal to 250 nm Between 1,500 and 4,000 rpm. The power of the electric motor is instead 115 HP, with a torque of 330 nm. The maximum system power thus touches the 204 HP and 350 Nm Couple: possible values ​​thanks also to the 6 -speed DSG automatic transmission with manual mode type Tiptronic that transfers the data mentioned above to the front wheels only. The maximum speed is so of 210 km/h (140 km/h in electric), while acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes place in 8.4 seconds. The charging power reaches up to 11 kW in alternating current and up to 50 kW in continuous current, with charging times in the order of 26 minutes from 10 to 80% e autonomy in electrical mode between 110 and 124 km. The consumption detected were 23 km/l (charged battery, in hybrid, with highway); 19 km/l (mixed); and 15 km/l (downloaded battery). CO2 emissions are between 9 and 12 g/km.

Skoda Kodiaq IV: how to go

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On board the Skoda Kodiaq IV you can enjoy a great comfortin every driving situation, be it in a city context with bumps, holes and pavé it is it On the highway at 130 km/hwhere you let yourself be pampered by a soft structure capable of absorbing any imperfection of the road surface. On the other hand, a structure so much devoted to comfort evidently suggests a tourist guide and relaxed rather than sporty: for that there is the RS affixed, but in any case we recommend the Performance Pack (Optional, 910 euros, which includes Dynamic Chassis Control Plus and progressive steering). Although the luggage compartment is sacrificed due to the presence of the battery from 25.7 kWh Under the platform – with the 45 liters of the petrol tank placed near the trunk – it is surprising to note the load capacity of the vehicle, capable of hosting different suitcases and lending itself to the transport of very bulky objects.

Skoda Kodiaq IV: strengths and weaknesses

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Here are the strengths and weaknesses found on the Skoda Kodiaq IV during our test.

• Comfort: level for all occupants, both with a stop and 130 km/h on the highway, with excellent absorption of the imperfections of the road surface
• Interior: elegant and technological, with unconventional solutions such as multifunction knobs in the lower part of the dashboard
• Luggage compartment: huge, despite being a plug-in hybrid

• Rollio and pitching: Setting suspensions quite soft which, combined with size and weight, helps to opt for a quiet guide
• Brake pedal: sins in modularity and response not always homogeneous.