Earlier this year, Skoda Auto discontinued the Octavia and Superb in India, because they did not meet the BS6 Phase-II Emission Norms. Despite this discontinuation, there is an anticipation that at least one of these models might stage a comeback in the near future.
Here are the upcoming Skoda cars expected to launch this year:
2024 Skoda Superb
The New Skoda Superb has been unveiled for global markets, while the company plans to reintroduce the current-gen model in India. However, the Superb for our country will no longer be assembled locally; instead, it will be imported as a Completely Built Unit (CBU).
In terms of design, the upcoming model will resemble the previous generation but with a few cosmetic changes, such as a wider grille, sleek LED headlights, redesigned C-shaped LED taillights, and an integrated spoiler at the rear.
The interior of the 2024 Skoda Superb will feature high-quality sustainable materials and upholstery. The dashboard will showcase a 13-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a digital instrument cluster. The seats will offer massage and ventilated functions. There will also be three rotary dials on the centre console, with integrated screens.
Further, the brand says that the outer dials will have the capability to control the seat heating, while the centre knob will manage functions like music volume, driving modes, zoom in and zoom out of satellite navigation, fan speed, and air conditioning.
As for the powertrain, the vehicle is expected to come equipped with an updated 187 bhp, 2.0-litre TSI turbo-petrol engine paired to a 7-speed DSG gearbox. However, an official announcement for the engine specifications is yet to be released.
2024 Skoda Octavia
The Czech manufacturer is gearing up for the global debut of the new Octavia 2024 Facelift in February this year. This will be the 5th significant facelift since its fourth generation launched five years ago. The sedan was recently discontinued in India due to the implementation of the new BS6 Emission Norms.
Talking about the design and looks, the automaker has already provided a sneak peek into the refreshed premium sedan through a teaser. Anticipated changes in the Octavia 2024 Facelift include a fresh grille and front bumper, updated LED headlights featuring a V-shape design, redesigned alloy wheels, and revamped LED taillights.
Inside the cabin, the sedan is likely to get a complete makeover, with expectations of a new 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 10-inch digital driver display, and wireless connectivity supporting Apple CarPlay & Android Auto. Moreover, Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) could also be introduced.
Skoda aims to introduce a new hybrid powertrain option for India-spec Octavia. For the international market, multiple engine options are on offer including a diesel, turbo-charged petrol, and plug-in hybrid. That said, the Indian model is expected to feature a new 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol unit with a hybrid powertrain, alongside a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol offering a mild-hybrid version. However, Skoda is yet to officially confirm the return of the New Octavia to the Indian market.
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