An irresistible blend of dynamic good looks, estate-like spaciousness, cool digital features and a peppy powertrain make the Skoda Karoq the ideal SUV companion for any outdoorsy lifestyle.
SUVs are hugely popular right now and Skoda has a new crossover that has the right attributes to compete with the best ones in the compact SUV category.
The Skoda Karoq is a completely new model and like its larger sibling, the Kodiaq, it gets its name from the language of the indigenous inhabitants of Alaska.
The name Karoq is a combination of Kaa’raq (car) and Ruq (arrow) and like an arrow, the exterior styling is sharp.
The three-dimensional front sports geometrically shaped headlights, LED daytime running lights and the trapezoidal grille – a Skoda trademark.
A distinctive line that runs along the sides and horizontal lines at the rear give the SUV a streamlined yet broad stance.
The Karoq comes with SmartLink+, which offers Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Also at the flanks, the wheel arches framed by wide angular trim – a distinctive design element – make the Karoq appear even more forceful.
Larger than the its predecessor, the Yeti, the Skoda Karoq and its 68mm of legroom and 2638mm wheelbase offer roomy cabin for five adult occupants.
The spaciousness also extends to the rear luggage compartment – 521 litres with rear seats in place and 1630 litres with the seatbacks folded.
Smart storage features are also aplenty with luggage hooks and net system in the boot and a voluminous centre console compartment.
Skoda Karoq’s 2638mm wheelbase provides plenty of room for passengers.
Other clever items in the Skoda Karoq are a removable LED flashlight (boot) and a Smartlink+ smartphone pairing platform.
SmartLink delivers an elegant connection between car and smartphone by supporting Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Mirrorlink™ technologies.
Skoda Karoq boot offers 521 litres with the rear seats up and 1630 litres with the seats folded.
This allows you to access information such as fuel economy, driving dynamics and servicing details.
Propelled by a new 1.5-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged engine with 148hp and 250Nm mated to a 7-speed DSG, the front-wheel drive Skoda Karoq sprints from 0-100km/h in 9 seconds.
Equipped with Active Cylinder Technology which works by switching off the second and third cylinders when their power output is not needed, fuel consumption can potentially be reduced by up to 0.5 litre per 100km, thus enabling the Karoq to attain almost 20km per litre.
The Skoda Karoq is available in two trim levels – Ambition and Style. The Ambition may be the “basic” variant but it still sports a comprehensive list of standard equipment: 16-inch alloy wheels, halogen headlights, LED taillights, black roof rails, dual-zone climate control, KESSY with anti-theft, multi-function leather steering wheel, 8-inch “Bolero” music system and rear view camera with Park Distance Control.
Choose the Skoda Karoq Style and you will enjoy additional goodies such as 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, silver anodised roof rails, full interior leather upholstery, power driver seat with memory function, paddle shifters, Driving Mode Select (four modes), wireless charging Phone Box, 9.2-inch “Columbus” music system with navigation and Canton sound system, front assist with predictive pedestrian protection and blind spot detection system.
Roomy, well-equipped and able to deliver a dynamic drive, the Skoda Karoq models are ideal SUV companions for owners with outdoorsy lifestyles.
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