2018-2019 Skoda Karoq
The Skoda Karoq is a completely new compact SUV from the long-standing Czech brand. The emotive and dynamic design with numerous crystalline elements characterises Skoda's new SUV design language. As a true Skoda, the Skoda Karoq offers exceptional space, new driver-assistance systems, full?LED headlights and - for the first time in a Skoda - a digital instrument panel. Five engine variants are available from 85 kW (115 PS) to 140 kW (190 PS), of which four are new. Typical of Skoda are smart ideas for the brand's new compact SUV which include features such as the rear-seat VarioFlex system and the virtual pedal for the hands-free opening of the boot. Longer items can be comfortably transported in the interior of the compact SUV - thanks to the folding front passenger seat.
It is clear from the exterior shape, modified lines and larger dimensions that this is a completely new vehicle. The Skoda Karoq is a sports utility vehicle with character: The emotive and dynamic design with numerous crystalline elements characterises Skoda's new SUV design language.
The compact SUV measures 4,382 mm in length, is 1,841 mm wide, and 1,605 mm high. The increase in size benefits the passengers. The kneeroom is 69 mm. The long wheelbase of 2,638 mm (all-wheel version: 2,630 mm) gives the Skoda Karoq a comfortable stance on the road and provides an indication of the generously proportioned interior.
The Skoda brand stands for an exceptional package. This also applies to the new Karoq. The luggage compartment has a capacity of 521 l with the rear seats in place. With the rear seats folded down, the volume increases to 1,630 l. The VarioFlex system consists of three separate seats, which can be individually adjusted and also be completely removed - and the Karoq is then converted into a van-like SUV with a maximum load capacity of 1,810 litres.
Powerful and agile: engines and chassis
The Skoda Karoq offers state-of-the-art technologies for engines. Five engine variants - two petrol and three diesel engines - are on offer. The two petrol engines and two diesels are new in the line-up. The displacement ranges are 1.0, 1.5, 1.6 and 2.0 l; the power range is from 85 kW (115 PS) to 140 kW (190 PS). All powertrains feature turbo-charged direct injection units as well as stop-start technology and brake energy recovery. They are extremely efficient and comply with EU 6 regulations. With the exception of the most powerful diesel, all drivetrains can be ordered with a 6-speed manual gearbox or 7-speed DSG. The 2.0 TDI with 140 kW (190 PS) comes as standard with 4×4 drive and 7-speed DSG. The new 1.5 TSI has the special feature of cylinder deactivation.
From the Ambition trim level upwards, Driving Mode Select with the Normal, Sport, Eco, Individual and Snow (4x4) modes is accessible on demand. The Off-Road mode with all-wheel drive improves the driving attributes on harsh territory.
Design
From the very first glance, it is evident that the Skoda Karoq is a completely new car. With its emotive and dynamic design as well as its numerous crystalline elements, it is the latest representative of the new Skoda design language. At the same time, the expressive and powerfully robust exterior clearly indicates its use as a compact SUV.
The striking three-dimensional front segment represents assurance and quality with its shapes. The front is portrayed specifically by the geometrically molded headlights with exact forms. From the Ambition trim level upwards, full-LED headlights in a reasonable glass configuration are utilized. A tight piece of lights running along the base edge of the fundamental headlights gives homogeneous pointer and daytime running lights. The haze lights, which accompany full-LED innovation and the cornering capacity, are situated beneath the fundamental headlights. The radiator grille, which is surrounded by a chrome trim, includes the trapezoid shape that is normal of Skoda. The enormous Skoda brand logo sits gladly toward the finish of the unmistakable hood.
The long wheelbase is easily visible in the side view and points to the generous interior. The side is characterised by short overhangs at the front and rear, the sloping roofline that is visually extended by a contour in the D-pillar, and the tapered rear.
A line runs from the headlights to the rear with the highest degree of precision; it streamlines the body and gives it structure. The wheel arches are framed by wide angular trims - a typical design feature for the Skoda SUV - and make the Skoda Karoq appear even more powerful.
The width of the body is emphasised at the rear by the horizontal lines. The flat, raked rear lights are divided into two: their outer section is embedded in the sidewall frames, whilst the inner section is in the tailgate. The reflectors sit below the rear sensors on the outer edges of the rear bumper. The lights at the rear include tail lights, brake lights and number plate illumination with LED technology. The tail lights form the Skoda-typical 'C' shape.
The width of the body is emphasised at the rear by the horizontal lines. The flat, raked rear lights are divided into two: their outer section is embedded in the sidewall frames, whilst the inner section is in the tailgate. The reflectors sit below the rear sensors on the outer edges of the rear bumper. The lights at the rear include tail lights, brake lights and number plate illumination with LED technology. The tail lights form the Skoda-typical 'C' shape.
The new compact SUV is fitted with 16- or 17-inch wheels as standard which are available with three different designs. 17-, 18- and 19-inch alloy wheels are optional extras.
The new Skoda Karoq has best in class innovation under its hood. Five motors - two petroleum and three diesel - are on offer. The two petroleum and two diesel motors are new to the portfolio. Their abilities are 1.0, 1.5, 1.6 and 2.0 l, while their capacity yield ranges from 85 kW (115 PS) to 140 kW (190 PS). All powertrains use turbocharged, direct infusion motors and offer Stop-Start innovation just as brake vitality recuperation. They are incredibly effective and satisfy EU6 emanation gauges. Except for the most remarkable diesel, all powertrains are accessible with a decision of a 6?speed manual transmission or a 7-speed DSG. The 2.0 TDI with 140 kW (190 PS) accompanies all-wheel drive and a 7-speed DSG transmission as standard. The new 1.5 TSI offers chamber shutdown as a unique component.
Petrol engines
1.0 TSI - 85 kW (115 PS), 175 Nm of torque, top speed of 187 km/h, 0-100 km/h in 10.6 seconds, combined consumption of 5.2 l per 100 km, combined CO2 emissions of 117 g/km
1.5 TSI - 110 kW (150 PS), 250 Nm of torque, top speed of 204 km/h, 0-100 km/h in 8.4 seconds, combined consumption of 5.1 l per 100 km, combined CO2 emissions of 119 g/km
Diesel engines
1.6 TDI - 85 kW (115 PS), 250 Nm of torque, top speed of 188 km/h, 0-100 km/h in 10.7 seconds, combined consumption of 4.5 l per 100 km, combined CO2 emissions of 118 g/km
2.0 TDI - 110 kW (150 PS), 340 Nm of torque, top speed of 207 km/h, 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds, combined consumption of 4.4 l per 100 km, combined CO2 emissions of 115 g/km
2.0 TDI - 140 kW (190 PS), 400 Nm of torque, top speed of 211 km/h, 0-100 km/h in 7.8 seconds, combined consumption of 5.3 l per 100 km, combined CO2 emissions of 138 g/km.
Four motors are new to the minimal SUV's range. The littlest petroleum unit offers less chamber limit yet more force. The 1.0 TSI has three chambers, produces 85 kW (115 PS) and creates a greatest force of 200 Nm. The motor dazzles with its dynamic force improvement and a guttural note. The scaling back expands the proficiency of the motor. This adaptation of the Skoda Karoq quickens from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.6 seconds, accomplishes a maximum velocity of 187 km/h and expends a normal of 5.2 l per 100 km. For power transmission, it utilizes either a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 7-speed DSG.
He unmistakable component of the new 1.5 TSI motor with 110 kW (150 PS) is its Active Cylinder Technology (ACT). This works by turning off the second and third chambers for a brief timeframe when their capacity yield isn't required. The motor in this way runs all the more effectively and, contingent upon the driving style, sets aside to 0.5 l per 100 km. ACT is utilized somewhere in the range of 1,400 and 4,000 rpm and up to a speed of 130 km/h. With the 1.5 TSI, the Skoda Karoq runs to 100 km/h in 8.4 seconds from a standing beginning, arrives at a maximum velocity of 204 km/h and devours a normal of 5.1 l per 100 km. Here, as well, there is a decision of a manual 6-speed gearbox or a 7-speed DSG transmission.
The entirety of the diesel motors are turbocharged, direct infusion TDIs with four chambers and four-valve innovation. The section level variation is the 1.6 TDI with a force yield of 85 kW (115 PS) and a most extreme force of 250 Nm. This form of the conservative SUV quickens from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.7 seconds, achieves a maximum velocity of 188 km/h and expends a normal of 4.5 l per 100 km. The force is transmitted by either a 6-speed manual transmission or a 7-speed DSG.
The diesel motor with a chamber limit of 2.0 l is accessible in two force variations. The two variants intrigue with unmistakable smooth running and prevalent force. The 2.0 TDI with 110 kW (150 PS) accompanies either a 6-speed manual transmission or a 7-speed DSG. Greatest force of 340 Nm is accomplished somewhere in the range of 1,750 and 3,000 rpm. The Skoda Karoq with a 2.0 TDI motor and 110 kW (150 PS) quickens from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.7 seconds, accomplishes a maximum velocity of 196 km/h and devours 5.0 l per 100 km by and large.
The second 2.0 TDI offers a power output of 140 kW (190 PS). The top engine variant is combined with all-wheel drive and a 7-speed DSG transmission as standard. Maximum torque of 400 Nm is available between 1,750 and 3,250 rpm and offers impressive tractability and sporty acceleration. With a 2.0 TDI engine and 140 kW (190 PS) of power, the compact SUV sprints to 100 km/h from a standing start in 7.8 seconds, reaches a top speed of 211 km/h and consumes an average of 5.3 l per 100 km.
Sophisticated chassis, five driving modes, intelligent all-wheel drive
The chassis sets new benchmarks in the segment and also shows its quality when venturing off surfaced roads. Driving Mode Select with Normal, Sport, Eco, Individual and Snow (4x4) modes is available as an optional extra from the Ambition trim level upwards. The Off-Road mode for all-wheel-drive vehicles further improves the driving characteristics when venturing off surfaced roads.
The undercarriage of the Skoda Karoq has a modern structure. It gives the minimal SUV unmistakable all-round qualities including certifiable rough terrain abilities. One significant factor for the even appropriation of the heap on the axles is the front pivot, a MacPherson structure with lower triangular wishbones and a subframe produced using steel, which has been set far forward. The front track estimates 1,576 mm.
The four-interface back pivot (in the all-wheel-drive variation) is to a great extent produced using high-quality steel; its track width is 1,541 mm. The blade formed trailing arms assimilate the driving and slowing down powers. Three wishbones for every wheel keep the wheels in the ideal situation according to the street consistently and ensure exact track direction.
On account of Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC), the driver has three skeleton modes accessible in the new smaller Skoda Karoq: Comfort, Standard and Sport. Electrically worked valves change the dampers' settings. A control unit works the valves relying upon the street condition, favored driving style and the picked mode. DCC adds to dynamic wellbeing via naturally changing to Sport mode in corners which are explored especially progressively. This gives more prominent strength, better footing and shorter slowing down separations. DCC case control, including Driving Mode Select, is accessible for the 1.5 TSI and the two 2.0 TDI variants with all-wheel drive from the Ambition trim level upwards.
With Driving Mode Select, the driver can change guiding attributes, activity of the DSG transmission, and the settings of different frameworks in the Normal, Eco, Sport and Individual modes. The individual settings are saved money on the discretionary, personalisable key for up to three vehicle clients.
The four-interface back pivot (in the all-wheel-drive variation) is to a great extent produced using high-quality steel; its track width is 1,541 mm. The blade formed trailing arms assimilate the driving and slowing down powers. Three wishbones for every wheel keep the wheels in the ideal situation according to the street consistently and ensure exact track direction.
On account of Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC), the driver has three skeleton modes accessible in the new smaller Skoda Karoq: Comfort, Standard and Sport. Electrically worked valves change the dampers' settings. A control unit works the valves relying upon the street condition, favored driving style and the picked mode. DCC adds to dynamic wellbeing via naturally changing to Sport mode in corners which are explored especially progressively. This gives more prominent strength, better footing and shorter slowing down separations. DCC case control, including Driving Mode Select, is accessible for the 1.5 TSI and the two 2.0 TDI variants with all-wheel drive from the Ambition trim level upwards.
With Driving Mode Select, the driver can change guiding attributes, activity of the DSG transmission, and the settings of different frameworks in the Normal, Eco, Sport and Individual modes. The individual settings are saved money on the discretionary, personalisable key for up to three vehicle clients.
Skoda was ahead of the curve when it launched the Yeti, one of the original small family SUVs. But now the market is dominated by the likes of the plusher, larger Nissan Qashqai and the Renault Kadjar, so the Czech manufacturer has gone for a more mature approach (and a change of name) for its new offering, the Skoda Karoq. The new crossover is expected to have an on sale date of January 2018 with prices from around £17,500.
My general point : 8/10
My point to exterior design : 7,5/10
point to interior design : 8,5/10
point to front bumper : 7,25/10
point to rear bumper : 7,5/10
point to headlight : 8,25/10
point to rearlights : 9/10
