SKODA LAUNCHES ALL NEW 2018 KAROQ - A MEDIUM EUROPEAN SUV

Adding to the ever growing medium SUV market, Skoda will launch their all new Karoq in 2018; set to take on the likes of the Hyundai Tucson, Mazda CX-5, and its twin-under-the-skin, the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Looking like a mini version of big sibling Kodiaq seven seater, the all new model will most likely be the replacement for the current Yeti model that shared many mechanicals to the first generation Volkswagen Tiguan.

The all new Skoda Karoq, a medium SUV launching in 2018

You may also notice the strong similarity of looks when compared to the currently new Volkwagen Tiguan i.e. the parent company model is slightly larger with a longer wheelbase however many mechanical specifications including drivers assistance features have made their way into the new Skoda.

The array of driver assistance systems include adaptive cruise control, blind-spot detection, emergency assist, autonomous emergency braking (AEB) with forward collision warning and pedestrian detection, hill-hold control, lane assist, traffic sign recognition and a driver fatigue monitor.

Internal shot of the all new 2018 Skoda Karoq Entertainment unit

Skoda’s ad slogan says the brand is ‘Simply Clever’. This is reflected in the numerous features offered in the Karoq. These include an electric tailgate which can be opened with the wave of a foot under the rear bumper, an optional electrically-retractable tow bar, and an electric parking brake with auto-hold function.