Skoda Kylaq Vs Rivals - Engine Specifications Compared

Skoda will finally enter the sub-4 meter car segment with the much-anticipated Kylaq compact SUV. Scheduled to make global debut on November 6, 2024, the Skoda Kylaq will go on sale in our market in first quarter of 2025. Ahead of the official debut, the Czech automaker has released some of the key details including the engine specifications of the compact SUV. 

Skoda Kylaq Specifications

The Kylaq is designed and developed on Volkswagen Group's MQB AO IN platform, which also underpins the Kushaq and Slavia. The platform is modified to accommodate a shorter wheelbase SUV that sits under 4 meters in length. It measures 3,995mm in length and has a wheelbase of 2,566mm that's 85mm shorter than the Kushaq (2651mm). The Skoda Kylaq has a ground clearance of 189mm, which is similar to that of the Kushaq. 

The wheelbase of the Kylaq is 66mm longer than the Brezza and 68mm longer than the Nexon. However, most of its rivals have better ground clearance compared to the Skoda Kylaq. 

The Skoda Kylaq is powered by a tried & tested 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, turbocharged petrol engine that also powers the Kushaq and Slavia. This turbocharged engine is capable of producing 114bhp and 178Nm of torque. It can be paired to either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed torque convertor automatic gearbox. We expect the compact SUV to retain Skoda's DNA of making fun-to-drive cars. 

Kylaq Vs Rivals - Engine Specifications

Skoda Kylaq's direct rival Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet are powered by a 1.0L 3-cylinder turbo petrol engine that offers 118bhp and 172Nm of torque. Instead of torque convertor AT, this engine comes with 6-speed MT or a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. 

The Mahindra XUV 3XO is offered with 1.2L turbocharged petrol engine that produces 128.7bhp and 230Nm of torque. It is paired to either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed torque convertor automatic gearbox. On the other hand, the Nexon gets a 1.2L turbo petrol unit producing 118bhp and 170Nm of torque. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual, a 6-speed AMT and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic. 

The Maruti Suzuki Fronx and Toyota Taisor are the least powerful SUVs in its category. Both are powered by a 1.0L Boosterjet engine with mild hybrid setup. This 3-cylinder turbo unit produces 99bhp and 147Nm of torque. Transmission choices include a 5-speed manual and a 6-speed torque convertor automatic. 

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