2024 Skoda Kodiaq: a glimpse inside the new flagship SUV

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【Summary】Skoda has given a sneak peek of the interior of the upcoming second-generation Kodiaq SUV. The new model features physical climate control dials, sustainable materials, and a 13-inch touchscreen with "Smart Dials." Other additions include a 10-inch Virtual Cockpit, a wireless charging pad, and a choice of interior design schemes. The new Kodiaq will also offer plug-in hybrid and mild-hybrid powertrain options, along with increased practicality and a larger boot.

FutureCar Staff Sep 02, 2023 4:38 PM PT

2024 Skoda Kodiaq: a glimpse inside the new flagship SUV

The second-generation Skoda Kodiaq SUV is set to be unveiled in early October, and the Czech brand has given us a sneak peek of the all-new interior. This next generation will feature physical climate control dials, sustainable materials, and the brand's signature 'Simply Clever' touches. Skoda has combined the simplicity and functionality of the current Kodiaq's interior with the modern, tech-centric design of the all-electric Enyaq iV's cabin.

The centerpiece of the new Kodiaq interior is a 13-inch free-standing touchscreen, complemented by Skoda's new 'Smart Dials' that will also be featured in the latest Skoda Superb. Each dial has a 32 millimeter display, with two outer dials dedicated to cabin temperature and heating/cooling for the driver and front passenger seat. The central dial can be used to adjust volume, fan speed, or drive mode.

Other new additions to the forthcoming Kodiaq include a 10-inch Virtual Cockpit driver's display and a head-up display. The gear selector has been moved from the center console to the steering column, making space for a wireless charging pad for two smartphones.

The next Kodiaq will also offer an umbrella and ice scraper in the driver's door, along with a choice of interior design schemes and eco-friendly materials. The textiles used on select models will be made from 100% recycled polyester, while the leather in others will be produced using an eco-friendly tanning process.

The outgoing Kodiaq, launched in 2016, has been popular for its practicality and range of powertrains. The new Kodiaq will expand the range of powertrains, including plug-in hybrid and mild-hybrid options. It will also have a slightly longer body and a larger boot compared to the outgoing model.

The new Kodiaq will rival competitors such as the Kia Sorento, Hyundai Santa Fe, Nissan X-Trail, VW Tiguan Allspace, and SEAT Taracco. Spy images of the next-generation Kodiaq suggest an evolutionary style with familiar elements updated to match Skoda's latest design language.

The big changes for the Kodiaq will be focused on its underpinnings. The current model sits on the MQB A2 platform, but the next-generation model is expected to move onto the more recent MQB Evo platform. The new Kodiaq will be available with mild-hybrid assistance from launch, with a plug-in hybrid version expected to join the range later.

Skoda is working on an all-electric seven-seat SUV based on the Vision 7S concept, but the new Kodiaq will be the last offered with regular petrol and diesel engines as the industry prepares for widespread electrification.

The new Kodiaq is scheduled for a full reveal in early October 2023, along with the fourth-generation Superb. Both models will be produced on the same production line in the Czech Republic. Pricing for the second-generation Kodiaq is expected to see a slight increase compared to the current model.

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