Brought home my Skoda Kodiaq TSI: 13 key observations post delivery

Third row is perfect for our needs. We went around a bit with 2 kids at the back and they felt at home.

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Got the big boy home and the initial impressions have been good. Will pen down a detailed review soon. There is nothing that the other members haven't mentioned but here is my take on some things:

• The ride quality especially in comfort is good. It's a bit wafty so to speak and filters most of the rough patches. Cabin is hushed too and family appreciates that.
• Turbo lag is noticeable but it also looks like you can work around it. Know when to floor, it does take off. I am guessing the gearbox behavior will get better with more driving?
• Third row is perfect for our needs. We went around a bit with 2 kids at the back and they felt at home.
• Canton is remarkable. With the right equalizer setting it starts to sound good. Audio quality via Android Auto is dull and via standard Bluetooth is good. I guess it would sound the best with wired connection ?
• Engine is super silent and refined. You only hear the snarl when it picks up steam. Start stop is good too and you don't really notice when it kicks in and out.
• Auto hold is very handy and keeps the burden off your feet from brakes.
• Fuel average was somewhere around 6 or 7 kmpl but again I only got to drive 25 or 30 kms in city traffic. I am guessing this will settle in the right range with more driving. Got to stretch it's legs.
• Driving around town seems much easier with light steering ( progressive steering is nice) and it's surprisingly easier to maneuver. Turning radius for such a big vehicle is much better than our V40 CC.
• Infotainment screen is good and responsive. I find the size right and don't know what's the deal with bigger screens. It's slick and high res. Gesture control isn't quite intuitive. Virtual cockpit is nice and presents a lot of information. Haven't managed to customize the layout yet.
• Not a big fan of the alloys. The first edition had better dual tone ones. These are very clinical looking.
• Drive in eco mode is actually good and it looks like a mode where you can coast all day.
• Sports mode is actually aggressive and you feel the rush with torque kicking in early on. It's fun!
• Paddle shifters are nice and you feel the jolt with every shift which is engaging.

SA told me normal petrol is ok and suggested I stick HP, BP and Shell.

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