Skoda Kylaq price, size and specs compared with rivals

    Kylaq has debuted with a starting price of Rs 7.89 lakh, competing against the bevy of compact SUVs. We find out where it stands on paper.

    Published On Nov 13, 2024 12:00:00 PM

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    Skoda Kylaq vs rivals

    Skoda India has taken the wraps off the Kylaq and revealed its starting price of Rs 7.89 lakh. With the Kylaq, the Czech carmaker has forayed into the heavily populated compact SUV segment, taking on the likes of the Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, and Mahindra XUV 3XO. The compact SUV space is the largest sub-segment in the Indian market, comprising more than 50 percent of all SUV sales.

    The Kylaq is an important model for Skoda, positioned at the heart of the market. Here, we are looking at how it compares with its rivals on paper in terms of price, size, and specs.

    Skoda Kylaq vs rivals dimensions

    Skoda Kylaq vs rivals: dimensions
    ModelKylaqNexonBrezzaXUV 3XOVenueSonetMagniteKiger
    Length (mm)39953995399539903995399539943991
    Width (mm)17831804179018211770179017581750
    Height (mm)16191620168516471617164215721605
    Wheelbase (mm)25562498250026002500250025002500
    Ground clearance (mm)189208-201--205205
    Boot space (litres)360382328364-385336405*
    Wheel size (inch)1716161716161616

    *Without parcel tray

    At 3,995mm in length, the Kylaq fits just under the sub-4m mark to be in line with most other compact SUVs, although the XUV 3XO, Kiger, and Magnite are slightly shorter. Overall, the Kylaq sits in the middle of its rivals on nearly every metric, barring wheelbase length and wheel size. Skoda's compact SUV has the second-longest wheelbase, at 2,556mm, after the XUV 3XO, which offers the best-in-class cabin space. The XUV 3XO comfortably accommodates three individuals in the rear, while the others are best reserved for two adults. Therefore, the Kylaq is expected to have more interior space than most of its rivals, if not the XUV 3XO.

    The Kylaq and XUV 3XO have the largest alloy wheels on offer and comparable boot spaces. It is the Sonet and the Nexon that boast the largest boots here, with over 380 litres of capacity, while Tata's compact SUV also claims the highest ground clearance, at 208mm.  

    Skoda Kylaq vs rivals engine and specs

    Skoda Kylaq vs rivals: engine specifications
    ModelKylaqNexonBrezzaXUV 3XOVenueSonetMagniteKiger
    Type3 cyls turbo3 cyls turbo4 cyls NA3 cyls turbo/3 cyls turbo4 cyls NA/3 cyls turbo4 cyls NA/3 cyls turbo3 cyls NA/3 cyls turbo3 cyls NA/3 cyls turbo
    Displacement999cc1199cc1462cc1197cc/1197cc (TGDi)1197cc/998cc1197cc/998cc999cc/999c999cc/999c
    Power115hp120hp103hp111hp/131hp83hp/120hp83hp/120hp72hp/100hp72hp/100hp
    Torque178Nm170Nm137Nm200Nm/230Nm114Nm/172Nm114Nm/172Nm96Nm/160Nm96Nm/160Nm
    MT gearbox6MT5MT/6MT5MT6MT/6MT5MT/6MT5MT/6iMT5MT5MT
    AT gearbox6AT6AMT/7DCT6AT6AT7DCT7DCT5MT, CVT5MT, CVT

    The Kylaq is powered by a 1.0-litre, three-cylinder turbo-petrol engine that produces 115hp and 178Nm of torque. From the other Skoda-VW cars that this engine does duty in, along with our drive in a prototype, we know it is responsive, relatively refined, and delivers strong acceleration. The 6-speed manual and the 6-speed torque converter automatic gearboxes will also be carried over.

    The Kylaq comes with a single engine, whereas most competitors offer at least two options. However, it finds itself right in the middle of the pack in terms of power and torque figures – it's more powerful than all entry-level, naturally aspirated engines of its rivals but slightly less powerful than the turbo-petrol units. The XUV 3XO, with the 131hp TGDi engine, remains the most powerful in its class. Meanwhile, the Brezza gets the largest engine, but it's the only one to miss out on a turbo-petrol unit.

    It’s worth mentioning that the likes of the Nexon, XUV 3XO, Venue, and Sonet are also available with a diesel engine. The percentage of diesel buyers in this class is less than the majority and shrinking, but the said models at least offer that option. The Brezza and the Nexon are the only models in this class to get a factory-fitted CNG kit.

    Skoda Kylaq price

    Skoda Kylaq vs rivals: price
    Ex-showroom, IndiaKylaqNexonBrezzaXUV 3XOVenueSonetMagniteKiger
    Entry-level price7.898.008.347.797.947.995.996.00
    Top-spec price14 (est.)15.0013.9815.4913.5314.9211.5011.23

    Skoda has yet to reveal the full price list of the Kylaq, though it has confirmed that the entry-level Classic trim will be priced at Rs 7.89 lakh. With prices expected to rise to about Rs 14 lakh for the top-spec Prestige automatic variant, the Kylaq is expected to be well-priced compared to rivals like the Nexon, Brezza, XUV 3XO, Venue and Sonet. However, the Magnite and Kiger continue to be the most affordable compact SUVs on sale in India. 

    Also see:

    Citroen C3 automatic vs rivals: price, specifications compared

    Tata Nexon CNG vs rivals: price, specifications comparison

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