Text/Peach Lee
Skoda's new Kodiak was officially launched today, and the new car released this time has a total of 6 models for consumers to choose from, with a choice of 5 and 7 seats in space, and the style is divided into ordinary version and sports version. As a mid-term remodeled model, compared to the previous old model, the new car has changed and upgraded in many aspects such as configuration, let's take a look at what is different about the new car, is it a good car you like.
The full car measures 4701x1883x1676mm, with a wheelbase of 2791mm, compared to the old model, the new car has only added 3mm in length, and there is not much change in space.
Appearance, taking into account the trend of chinese consumers' youthfulness, the new Kodiak ordinary version of the front face using the overseas version of the RS model design style, and did some localization processing, the overall compared with the old version has not changed much, roughly continued the design style of the old model, but in some details have been modified, such as the lower air intake from the original through-type design has been reduced, but the height has increased, the side air intakes on both sides are the same as the overseas RS version, and equipped with chrome decoration.
There are few changes in the side and rear of the body, and the side lines are not much different from the current model, but the position of the anti-cutting strip has been adjusted. The styling of the main taillights has been fine-tuned, and the interior details have also changed to look sharper than the current model. In addition, the size of the reflector below has been increased, the decorative air intake below is also different, and the shape of the diffuser has been increased. Overall, the new car has become more sporty and younger.
The appearance of the new Kodiak GT has not changed much, similar to the current model, but still some modifications have been made in the details to highlight the sense of sportiness.
In terms of interior, the interior changes of the new Kodiak family are more obvious, and the top model adopts a black + brown color block design, black is more advanced, and brown highlights elegance. And most of the area is wrapped in soft materials, which improves the comfort of driving and riding, and the touch and look are very advanced. In addition, the multimedia display has been upgraded from embedded to floating, and the screen size has been increased to 12 inches, the resolution is 1920×860, and the display effect and function have been upgraded.
In terms of configuration, the new car is equipped with a new family-style design three-spoke multi-function steering wheel, and some chrome decoration is added to the details to enhance the sense of refinement. In terms of details, two scroll wheels have also been added to the steering wheel control area, which can control the volume and instrument interface by sliding up and down, and the feel and practicality are remarkable. The new Kodiak top-of-the-line model features not only sporty seats, but also front seat ventilation, heating, 12-way electric adjustment and main seat memory.
In terms of safety, it is equipped with nine major safety systems such as anti-slip, anti-scratch, and anti-blind zone to make driving safer; in terms of control, the new car provides six driving modes such as economy, standard, sports, and snow for drivers to choose according to different road conditions and different driving needs.
In terms of power, the new car adopts the exact same powertrain as the old car, which is equipped with a 2.0T low-power version engine with a maximum power of 137kW (186PS) and a peak torque of 320N·m; a 2.0T high-power version engine with a maximum power of 162kW (220PS) and a peak torque of 350N·m. Both engines are mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission and are available with an optional four-wheel drive system.
summary:
Compared with the previous changes, the new Kodiak cannot be said to be no, but can only be said to be relatively small, whether in terms of appearance or from its powertrain, it maintains a high degree of consistency with the old model. The main changes to the new model are focused on the interior and configuration, and the material of the seat has been upgraded to look more advanced, and the overall driving experience will be more comfortable. In addition, the display screen has also been changed, the sense of science and technology is more sufficient, and the multi-faceted changes make it closer to the current fashion trend and more in line with the choice requirements of consumers.