SKODA reveal further details of their KODIAQ RS

SKODA Ireland recently revealed further details of their KODIAQ RS following the first dynamic drive of the vehicle in Jerez, Spain.

The KODIAQ RS is the first SUV from the brand to join the ‘Rally Sport’ family and is powered by a new and exclusive 2.0TDI 240hp 4x4 DSG engine and gearbox combination, making it the most powerful production diesel engine in the history of the brand. Coming with five seats as standard, a seven seat option is available for just €1,000 extra.

From the outside, the sporty RS appearance is obvious from the gloss-black elements and exterior detailing which emphasises the cars performance aspirations. The vertical slats and frame of the radiator grille, window frames and wing mirror housings, as well as roof rails all come in gloss black and exude sporty confidence.

The Xtreme 20-inch alloy wheels come in anthracite as standard, the first time the brand has offered wheels of this size as standard on any model. The bright red brake callipers are clearly visible through the wheels and this model also comes with increased 17” brakes on all wheels, compared to the standard 16” rear brakes on other KODIAQ models. The KODIAQ RS also debuts the new RS logo which features red detailing and will be the first SUV from SKODA to offer the famous metallic Race Blue finish which is synonymous with the Octavia RS.

Inside, the SKODA KODIAQ RS combines the new sporty cabin design with a high degree of comfort and a generous amount of space for up to seven people. The sporty flair of the interior is emphasised by the Alcantara upholstery with contrasting red stitching, the carbon decor on the instrument panel, black roof lining and stainless steel pedals.

The door sills featuring the KODIAQ logo and the interior ten-colour LED ambient lighting also come as standard and complete the look.The freely programmable Virtual Cockpit, which is again standard, allows drivers to choose between five different display settings including a new Sports View and blends into the dashboard nicely thanks to the carbon-effect display surroundings.

The SKODA KODIAQ RS also offers numerous Simply Clever features that make everyday life easier, including the umbrella compartment in the front door and misfueling prevention as standard.

In terms of performance, the SKODA KODIAQ RS comes equipped with a 2.0TDI biturbo engine that provides a power output of 240hp and maximum torque of 500 Nm. It is the first SKODA model to be launched with biturbo technology. The two-stage turbocharging system consists of a high-pressure and a low-pressure exhaust gas turbocharger. The high-pressure turbocharger works at low loads and low engine speeds while the low-pressure charger is used at high speeds. The result is an SUV that accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds (five-seater model) with a top speed of 221 km/h and even before going on sale the KODIAQ RS has broken records for the fastest seven-seater SUV around the Nürburgring back in June. This KODIAQ RS is powerful, yet extremely efficient with average fuel consumption of just 6.4 litres of diesel per 100 km.