Rumour: Skoda Kodiaq to get 1.5L petrol engine option

According to a media report, Skoda is planning to launch a new petrol engine in the Kodiaq in 2020. The SUV might also get an RS variant.

Reports suggest that the Kodiaq petrol could be powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine that produces 148 BHP and 250 Nm of torque. In international markets, this engine is available with a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DSG gearbox with either front wheel drive or all-wheel drive.

In India, the Kodiaq is offered with a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine that produces 148 BHP @ 3,500-4,000 rpm and 340 Nm of torque @ 1,750-3,000 rpm and is paired with a 7-speed DSG gearbox.

Rumours suggest that Skoda might also consider the Kodiaq RS for India. It could be powered by a 2.0-litre diesel engine producing 237 BHP and 500 Nm of peak torque. 

Source: Zigwheels