Skoda has refreshed the Kodiaq and Karoq ranges with a new petrol engine.
The 2.0-litre, four-cylinder unit is paired to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and four-wheel drive as standard on both cars– with the powertrain developing 187bhp and 320Nm of torque.
For the smaller Karoq, the unit can be fitted to the SportLine model, which starts from £31,820 with this engine. On-board the mid-sized SUV, the TSI motor can get the Karoq from 0-60mph in 6.8 seconds – meaning it is the fastest Karoq available.
Skoda claims that the Karoq with the unit can achieve between 33.1 and 33.2mpg on the WLTP cycle and emit 158g/km CO2.
The Czech brand offers the unit on five Kodiaq trim levels – SE L, Scout, SportLine, Edition and L&K – and when fitted to the large SUV, the engine can get the car from 0-60mph in 7.5 seconds.
Fitted to the Kodiaq, the engine can deliver between a quoted 30.1mpg and 31.7mpg on the WLTP cycle and emissions of 162g/km CO2.
Prices for the Kodiaq with the 2.0-litre unit start from £34,120 for the seven-seat SE L model, topping out at £38,770 for the seven-seat L&K option.
The new petrol engine is available to order now with both models.
