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India.com
a day ago
- Automotive
- India.com
Skoda Kodiaq Becomes First Petrol SUV from India to Conquer Everest Base Camp
Skoda Auto India has set the historic benchmark with the Skoda Kodiaq, as the first Indian-made SUV powered by petrol to get to the North Face Base Camp of Mount Everest. The journey comprised of more than 6,000 kilometers of diverse land in India, Nepal, and China, on which the Kodiaq successfully conquered various terrains, cold temperatures below freezing point and high altitudes to set this record. The India Book of Records and Asia Book of Records have acknowledged this historic feat as an engineering, strength and performance testament of the Kodiaq. The journey highlights how Skoda has created vehicles, which can go further than their design and ability. Ashish Gupta, Brand Director of Skoda Auto India reiterated that this journey is a symbol of the aspiration of customer in India to the adventure and the confidence in engineering excellence of Skoda. It is not a destination accomplishment, but he said it is about pushing and then figuring out what can be done. Along with this feat, Skoda Auto India registered the best ever H1 sales in 2025, selling 36,194 units of which is r so as a huffing 134 percent increase compared to H1 2024. The brand has also Fronted 300 customer touchpoints in 172 cities hence strengthening fast growth and strong presence in the market. Skoda is headed towards its 25 th year of operations in India and 130 th year of operations worldwide; the Everest challenge made by the Kodiaq can be summed up as a statement of progress, innovation, and trust. The adventure of the SUV writes an important chapter in the history of Skoda-it means fueling adventures that are above the normal.
NDTV
a day ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Skoda Kodiaq Becomes First Indian Petrol SUV To Reach Everest's North Base Camp
Skoda Auto India has made history with the Skoda Kodiaq becoming the first petrol-powered SUV from India to reach the North Face Base Camp of Mount Everest. This achievement, conquered by the Kodiaq SUV, is now officially recognised by both the India Book of Records and the Asia Book of Records. Commenting on this remarkable feat, Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Skoda Auto India, said, "At Skoda Auto India, we believe exploration drives progress. This achievement stands as a testament to this and finds great synergy with our strategy of being relevant, driving differentiation, and enhancing trust. Relevant because it reflects the growing ambition of Indian customers to go farther and demand more from their vehicles. Differentiated because no other petrol SUV has ever taken on such a formidable challenge and triumphed. And above all, it reinforces trust - trust in our products, our engineering, and our commitment to safety, quality, and reliability. We will continue with our focus on enabling journeys that go beyond the ordinary." Skoda Kodiaq Talking about the details, spanning over 6,000 kilometres across India, Nepal, and China, the Skoda Kodiaq traversed extreme altitudes, sub-zero temperatures, and challenging terrains to reach the Mount Everest North Face Base Camp on the Tibetan side. This expedition showcases the strength of the Kodiaq as a combination of cutting-edge technology, European design, and real-world performance. The Kodiaq has a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder, turbo-petrol engine mated with a 7-speed DSG and an AWD system and is capable of churning out 201 bhp and 320 Nm. Also, it has two variants- Sportline and L&K, available at Rs 46,89,000 (ex-showroom), and Rs 48,69,000 (ex-showroom) in the Indian market.
Time of India
14-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Skoda Auto India crosses 300 touchpoints across 172 cities
Škoda Auto India has surpassed 300 customer touchpoints across 172 cities, reflecting the brand's focus on improving accessibility and customer service nationwide, especially in emerging markets. Earlier this month, Škoda posted its best-ever H1 sales in India, driven by strong demand for models like the Kylaq , Kushaq , Kodiaq, and Slavia. In the past nine months, the company has entered 30+ new cities—86 per cent in Tier 2 and 3 markets. According to the company's statement, around 75 per cent of its total network now caters to these regions, improving service access and reducing travel time for customers. 'Our growing network enables faster, smarter service with consistent quality,' said Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Škoda Auto India. 'This expansion reflects our commitment to getting closer to customers.' Škoda's SUV range—Kylaq, Kushaq, and Kodiaq—continues to drive volumes, while the Slavia reinforces the brand's sedan legacy. The carmaker is also expected to launch a global sedan. The company's expansion strategy aims to strengthen its presence beyond metros, focusing on customer-centric service and long-term brand trust. The company is also marking its 25 years of operations in India.
India Today
14-07-2025
- Automotive
- India Today
Skoda reaches milestone of 300 customer touchpoints in India
Skoda Auto India has marked a significant milestone in its 25-year journey in the country by expanding its network to 300 customer touchpoints across 172 cities. This reinforces the brand's commitment to enhancing accessibility and delivering a seamless ownership experience to its growing customer expansion, particularly in Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets, reflects Skoda Auto's strategic focus on deepening its reach in India. Notably, 75% of the new touchpoints cater to these emerging markets, ensuring customers in smaller cities have easier access to sales and service facilities. Over the past nine months, the brand has entered 30 new cities, with 86% of this expansion concentrated in Tier 2 and 3 Gupta, Brand Director, Skoda Auto India, emphasised the importance of this growth. "Our growing network makes our product range more accessible to customers, while enabling smarter, faster service with consistent quality, across the country. With a strong emphasis on 'growing together and getting closer to customers', a large part of our expansion has been undertaken with Skoda Auto's long-term dealer partners in India, while also bringing new partners with a proven track record of customer centricity into the fold. This expansion is a step forward in strengthening Skoda Auto's legacy in India and delivering on our promise of safety, value, and a truly rewarding ownership experience," he said. The Kylaq has been instrumental in driving koda Auto's growth in India by attracting new customers in previously untapped markets, which are now being reached through the brand's expanding network. Other products such as the Kushaq, Kodiaq, and Slavia, also contributed in driving its success in India. The brand's SUV offerings, combined with its sedan legacy, cater to diverse customer further enhance customer satisfaction, Skoda Auto India offers complimentary Skoda Supercare maintenance packages for the first year, ensuring owners incur no routine service expenses until the end of the second year or 30,000 km, whichever comes Auto India continues to build on its legacy, leveraging local partnerships and a customer-first approach to solidify its position in one of the world's most dynamic automotive to Auto Today Magazine- Ends
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Sales of the Skoda Kushaq start in Vietnam
Sales of the locally produced Skoda Kushaq have now begun in Vietnam. Skoda is leveraging synergies with India, from where it imports completely knocked-down (CKD) kits for assembly. Alongside the Kushaq, Skoda's line-up in Vietnam also includes the Karoq and Kodiaq SUVs imported from Europe. In the coming months, local production and sales will be extended to include the Slavia saloon, which will also be assembled from CKD kits from India. Before production started, pre-series Kushaq vehicles covered over 330,000 kilometres on a variety of Vietnamese roads and underwent extensive climate testing, including trials at temperatures from -10°C to +42°C and in high humidity. Since Skoda's entry into the Vietnamese market in September 2023, 15 dealerships have opened, including a new Experience Centre' showroom concept in Hanoi. Further expansion of the Vietnam network is planned for this year and Skoda has said it envisages its sales reaching 40,000 units annually in the country by the early 2030s. "Sales of the Skoda Kushaq start in Vietnam" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
