Skoda Kylaq
Skoda’s most affordable car in India, and the rare compact SUV where the cheapest variant gets the same 115 PS 1.0 TSI turbo as the most expensive one. A 2,566 mm wheelbase and 189 mm of ground clearance make it roomier and more road-ready than most rivals under four metres. It suits buyers who want a solid, quick small SUV and live near a Skoda workshop.
- Seating
- 5
- Engine
- 999 cc
- Mileage
- 19.05–19.68 km/l
- Same 115 PS turbo in every variant
- 178 Nm from 1,750 rpm
- 446 litres of boot
- 189 mm ground clearance
- Automatic is ₹1 lakh extra at each trim
- Sunroof from the ₹8.29 lakh Classic+
- Signature₹9.49 lakh
The manual at ₹9.49 lakh is where the Kylaq gains the touchscreen, rear AC vents, alloys and tyre-pressure monitor on top of Classic+’s sunroof and cruise control, with the full turbo engine and still under ten lakh.
- Classic+₹8.29 lakh
If you need an automatic on a tight budget, the Classic+ AT at ₹9.29 lakh is the cheapest way in. You lose the touchscreen and rear vents, so plan for an aftermarket screen.
- Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor₹7.43 – 12.78 lakh
- Maruti Suzuki Brezza₹7.50 – 13.71 lakh
- Mahindra Bolero Neo₹9.06 – 10.85 lakh
Skoda Kylaq specifications
- Mileage (ARAI)19.05–19.68 km/l
- TransmissionManual, Automatic
- Body typeSUV
- Fuel typePetrol
- Engine999 cc
- Seating capacity5
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| Engines | 1.0 TSI turbo |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | Manual, Automatic |
| Power | 115 PS |
| Torque | 178 Nm |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 19.05–19.68 km/l |
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1783 mm |
| Height | 1619 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2566 mm |
| Ground clearance | 189 mm |
| Boot space | 446 litres |
| Fuel tank | 45 litres |
Skoda Kylaq variants: price and features
- Base variantKylaq
Classic
₹7.59 lakhOn-road priceKey features- 6 airbags
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- LED headlamps and tail lamps
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- 6 airbags
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- LED headlamps and tail lamps
- Automatic climate control
- Tilt and telescopic steering
- Driver seat height adjust
- Kylaq
Classic+
₹8.29 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.70 lakh more than Classic for- Sunroof
- Cruise control
- Steering-mounted controls
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- Sunroof
- Cruise control
- Steering-mounted controls
- Auto-dimming IRVM
- Rain-sensing wipers
- 4 speakers
- Kylaq
Classic+
₹9.29 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹1.00 lakh more than Classic+ for- 6-speed torque-converter automatic
- 6 airbags
- Automatic climate control
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- 6-speed torque-converter automatic
- Sunroof
- Cruise control
- 6 airbags
- Automatic climate control
- Kylaq
Signature
₹9.49 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.20 lakh more than Classic+ for- Touchscreen
- Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- Rear AC vents
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- Touchscreen
- Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- Rear AC vents
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Tyre pressure monitor
- Rear wiper and washer
- Auto-folding mirrors
- Kylaq
Signature
₹10.49 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹1.00 lakh more than Signature for- Paddle shifters
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- Paddle shifters
- Touchscreen
- Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- Rear AC vents
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Tyre pressure monitor
- Kylaq
Signature+
₹10.79 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.30 lakh more than Signature for- 10-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- 8-inch digital instruments
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- 10-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- 8-inch digital instruments
- Rear parking camera
- Keyless entry with push-button start
- 60:40 split rear seat
- Hill-hold assist
- Kylaq
Sportline
₹11.35 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.56 lakh more than Signature+ for- 17-inch black alloy wheels
- Dual-tone black roof
- All-black interior
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- 17-inch black alloy wheels
- Dual-tone black roof
- All-black interior
- Ambient lighting
- Wireless phone charger
- Kylaq
Signature+
₹11.79 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.44 lakh more than Sportline for- 10-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- 8-inch digital instruments
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- 10-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- 8-inch digital instruments
- Rear parking camera
- Keyless entry with push-button start
- 60:40 split rear seat
- Kylaq
Prestige
₹11.85 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.06 lakh more than Signature+ for- Ventilated front seats
- LED projector headlights
- LED fog lamps
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- Ventilated front seats
- LED projector headlights
- LED fog lamps
- Leatherette upholstery
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Kylaq
Prestige+
₹12.09 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.24 lakh more than Prestige for- 6-way powered front seats
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Sportline
₹12.35 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.26 lakh more than Prestige+ for- 17-inch black alloy wheels
- Dual-tone black roof
- All-black interior
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- 17-inch black alloy wheels
- Dual-tone black roof
- All-black interior
- Ambient lighting
- Wireless phone charger
- Kylaq
Prestige
₹12.85 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.50 lakh more than Sportline for- Ventilated front seats
- LED projector headlights
- LED fog lamps
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- Ventilated front seats
- LED projector headlights
- LED fog lamps
- Leatherette upholstery
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Top variantKylaq
Prestige+
₹13.09 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.24 lakh more than Prestige for- 6-way powered front seats
Our verdict on the Kylaq
On paper the Kylaq gives more for the money than anything else in its class. One engine across the range, a 1.0 TSI with 115 PS and 178 Nm from 1,750 rpm, means even the ₹7.59 lakh Classic gets the good motor. The long wheelbase and 189 mm of ground clearance are useful in daily use. The range has grown to seven trims, and the Signature manual at ₹9.49 lakh is still the sweet spot. Above Signature+, Sportline, Prestige and Prestige+ sit within ₹74,000 of each other and mostly add styling and comfort. The real trade-off is reach: Skoda has a few hundred touchpoints against Maruti’s thousands. In a metro that is a non-issue. Outside one, check your nearest workshop before anything else.
Good things
- One engine across the range: the ₹7.59 lakh Classic gets the same 115 PS turbo as the ₹13.09 lakh Prestige+
- 178 Nm from 1,750 rpm, a proper six-speed torque-converter automatic, and 189 mm of ground clearance
- 2,566 mm wheelbase and a 446-litre boot, both large for a sub-four-metre SUV
- Sunroof and cruise control arrive as early as the ₹8.29 lakh Classic+
Could be better
- Dealer and service reach is a fraction of Maruti’s or Hyundai’s; check what is near you first
- The automatic costs a flat ₹1 lakh at every trim, which is steep on the cheaper ones
- Seven trims and thirteen versions make the top of the range confusing, with small gaps between Sportline, Prestige and Prestige+
- Resale on a low-volume badge is softer than the segment leaders’
Skoda Kylaq colours and photos
- Olive Gold
- Tornado Red
- Lava Blue
- Carbon Steel
- Brilliant Silver
- Candy White
- Deep Pearl Black
- Steel Grey
Skoda Kylaq: the full engine at the entry price
The Kylaq is Skoda’s entry ticket in India, a sub-four-metre SUV built on the same base as the Kushaq. Where most rivals give the base car a weaker engine, every Kylaq gets the 1.0 TSI turbo petrol with 115 PS and 178 Nm, paired with a six-speed manual or a six-speed torque-converter automatic. It is built locally in India.
Prices run from ₹7.59 lakh for the Classic manual to ₹13.09 lakh for the Prestige+ automatic, ex-showroom. The line-up now has seven trims: Classic, Classic+, Signature, Signature+, Sportline, Prestige and Prestige+. Every trim except Classic can be had with the automatic, and the automatic adds a flat ₹1 lakh.
Practicality is better than the size suggests. The 2,566 mm wheelbase frees up rear legroom, the boot holds 446 litres, and 189 mm of ground clearance handles bad roads and speed breakers. Six airbags and stability control are standard, and the car holds a five-star Bharat NCAP rating. Boot space expands to 1,265 litres with the rear seats folded.
Which variant should you buy?
The Signature manual at ₹9.49 lakh. It adds the touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, rear AC vents, alloys, a tyre-pressure monitor and a rear wiper, while keeping the sunroof and cruise control from Classic+. Signature+ is worth the extra ₹1.3 lakh only if you want the bigger wireless screen, digital dials, camera and keyless entry.
Manual or automatic?
The six-speed torque-converter automatic is smooth and suits city traffic, but it costs ₹1 lakh at every trim and claims 19.05 km/l against the manual’s 19.68 km/l. If most of your driving is in heavy traffic, the Classic+ AT at ₹9.29 lakh is the cheapest way to get it.
Is the Sportline worth it?
Only if you like the look. It sits between Signature+ and Prestige and adds black 17-inch alloys, a contrast roof, an all-black cabin, ambient lighting and a wireless charger. The engine is unchanged. Prestige costs ₹50,000 more and brings ventilated seats and LED projector headlights, which are more useful.
How does it compare with the Kia Sonet?
The Sonet offers a diesel and a DCT automatic, which the Kylaq does not, and Kia’s network is wider. The Kylaq answers with its turbo engine from the base trim, a bigger boot and more ground clearance. If you only want petrol, the Kylaq is better value; if you want diesel, the Sonet is the choice.
Kylaq vs rivals
| Spec | Skoda Kylaq₹7.59 – 13.09 lakh | Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor₹7.43 – 12.78 lakh | Maruti Suzuki Brezza₹7.50 – 13.71 lakh | Mahindra Bolero Neo₹9.06 – 10.85 lakh | Tata Nexon₹7.40 – 14.22 lakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | SUV | SUV | SUV | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG | Diesel | Petrol, CNG, Diesel |
| Engines | 1.0 TSI turbo | 1.2 petrol, 1.0 turbo, 1.2 CNG | 1.0 turbo, 1.5 petrol, 1.5 CNG | 1.5 diesel | 1.2 turbo, 1.5 diesel, CNG |
| Power | 115 PS | 100 PS | 110.12 PS | 100 PS | 120 PS |
| Gearbox | Manual, Automatic | Manual, AMT, Automatic | Manual, Automatic | Manual | Manual, AMT, DCA |
| Mileage | 19.05–19.68 km/l | 19.86–22.79 km/l | 19.96–21.09 km/l, 26.9 km/kg (CNG) | 17.29 km/l | 17.01–24.08 km/l (CNG 17.44 km/kg) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Boot | 446 litres | 308 litres | 328 litres | 384 litres | 382 litres |
| Compare | Viewing | Kylaq vs Urban Cruiser Taisor | Kylaq vs Brezza | Kylaq vs Bolero Neo | Kylaq vs Nexon |
Skoda Kylaq mileage
- 999 cc, PetrolManual
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 19.68 km/l
- Variants
- 7
- 999 cc, PetrolAutomatic
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 19.05 km/l
- Variants
- 6
Skoda Kylaq on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹8.48 – 15.09 lakh
- Mumbai₹8.80 – 15.38 lakh
- Bengaluru₹9.13 – 16.25 lakh
- Chennai₹8.94 – 16.13 lakh
- Kolkata₹8.71 – 15.09 lakh
- Bhopal₹8.56 – 15.09 lakh
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
Kylaq EMI
₹12,752 a month
On ₹7.59 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹1.52 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹1.58 lakh.
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Skoda Kylaq FAQ
What is the price of the Skoda Kylaq in India?
The Skoda Kylaq costs ₹7.59 to 13.09 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.
Which fuel options does the Skoda Kylaq come with?
The Skoda Kylaq is sold with petrol power (1.0 TSI turbo).
What is the mileage of the Skoda Kylaq?
The claimed (ARAI) mileage of the Skoda Kylaq is 19.05–19.68 km/l.
How many people can the Skoda Kylaq seat?
The Skoda Kylaq is a 5-seater suv.
What is the length of the Skoda Kylaq?
The Skoda Kylaq is 3995 mm long, 1783 mm wide and 1619 mm tall, with a 2566 mm wheelbase.
How much boot space does the Skoda Kylaq have?
The Skoda Kylaq has 446 litres of boot space.
Does the Skoda Kylaq come with an automatic gearbox?
The Skoda Kylaq is offered with manual, automatic gearboxes.
What is the ground clearance of the Skoda Kylaq?
The Skoda Kylaq has 189 mm of ground clearance.
Which Skoda Kylaq variant should I buy?
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