Škoda Auto announces start of Kylaq production in India

PRAGUE: Škoda Auto has officially launched series production of its new Kylaq at its Pune manufacturing plant in India.

The SUV celebrated its world premiere in early November in Mumbai, with the first deliveries to local customers scheduled for January 2025.

The new Kylaq, which is the third vehicle from Škoda to be both developed and produced locally, targets the highly popular sub-4-metre SUV market.

It is also the first model in India with elements of Škoda’s new Modern Solid design language.

Supporting the new model’s production launch, Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited has increased the Pune plant’s capacity by 30% to reach an annual output of 255,000 vehicles.

The new compact SUV is built on the MQB A0-IN platform, a joint development between engineers in the Czech Republic and India. This platform is also the basis of the Kushaq SUV and the Slavia saloon - made in India for India.


The Kylaq offers a spacious interior, including the largest boot capacity in its class, with a volume of 446 litres.

All variants come equipped as standard with over 25 active and passive safety features, including a multi-collision brake and six airbags. The Kylaq is powered by a 1.0 TSI turbocharged petrol engine delivering 85 kW/114hp, paired with either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission.

It is also the first Škoda model in India to feature elements of the brand’s new Modern Solid design language.

The Kylaq introduces several segment-first features, including ventilated front seats with six-way electric adjustment. Select variants are equipped with an electrically operated sunroof, a feature highly valued by customers in India. The interior incorporates sustainable materials, such as trim panels containing bamboo fabric.

With the launch of Kylaq production, Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited has increased the Pune plant’s annual capacity by 30 %, now reaching 255,000 vehicles.

This boost in Indian production is a vital element of Škoda Auto’s internationalisation strategy, which also includes activities in Vietnam, the entire Asean region and Kazakhstan.

As part of the Brand Group Core, Škoda Auto focuses on dynamic growth markets and leverages its expertise in price-sensitive entry segments to unlock potential for the Volkswagen Group.

The name Kylaq was chosen by the Indian public. As part of the "Name your Škoda" contest, the brand received over 24,000 suggestions. The winning name is inspired by Mount Kailash and is derived from the Sanskrit word for "crystal", reflecting one of Škoda’s traditional design inspirations.