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Be prepared: Škoda Kodiak Line-up gains new
Scout model
ŠKODA’s award-winning Kodiaq range is set to earn its badges with the arrival of a new Scout model. Priced from
£32,330 and positioned between the SE L and Edition models, the Scout is the first new addition to the Kodiaq range
since the seven-seater SUV arrived earlier this year.
o meet anticipated
customer demand,
the Scout is
available with six
engine and
transmission
options, all of which feature four-
wheel drive. The engine range
consists of two petrol offerings, a
1.4 TSI unit that produces 150PS
and a 2.0 TSI unit that generates
180PS. The 1.4 TSI is equipped
with a six-speed manual
transmission as standard with a
seven-speed DSG available as an
option, while the 2.0 TSI features a
seven-speed DSG as standard.
Customers opting for diesel can
choose between two 2.0 TDI units
with outputs of 150PS and 190PS.
The 150PS version offers the
choice of a standard six-speed
manual gearbox or a seven-speed
DSG while the range-topping
T
190PS version is equipped with a
seven-speed DSG as standard.
In keeping with ŠKODA Scout
models, the Kodiaq Scout comes
with a tent-full of special features
that mark it apart from other
models in the range. The bespoke
exterior design package includes
special Scout off-road front and
rear bumpers, a rear diffuser,
Scout plaques on the front wings
and silver door mirrors. 19-inch
Crater Anthracite alloy wheels
complete the rugged new look.
Inside, the Kodiaq Scout
features Alcantara trimmed seats
and door panels, along with wood
finish dashboard and door inserts
and a Scout plaque on the
dashboard. Equipped with seven
seats as standard, Scout cabin
also features aluminium trimmed
pedals and LED ambient lighting.
As befits a model bearing the
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Scout badge, the newest member
of the Kodiaq family is ideally
equipped for adventures off the
beaten track. All models are
equipped with an off-road mode
that adapts the chassis, engine
and brake settings for rough
terrain. It also engages Hill
Descent Assist on steep downhill
slopes, holding the car at a safe
speed while it's descending. The
Scout also features a ‘rough road
package’ as standard that includes
a tough engine guard and
underbody stone guard.
Scout models have been part of
ŠKODA’s range since the first
Octavia Scout joined the range in
2007. Characterised by their
rugged design and enhanced off-
road ability, Scout models have
won numerous industry accolades
and enjoy a loyal following with
buyers. The Kodiaq Scout will join
the current Octavia Scout model in
the brand’s 2017 line-up.
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