Skoda has taken the wraps off the Karoq SUV that replaces the Yeti in the Czech manufacturer’s listings. The Karoq replaces the successful Yeti and is an all-new design built on the Volkswagen Group’s MQB platform.

It also shares parts and technology with the similar-sized Seat Ateca and Volkswagen Tiguan. The Karoq’s design, along with the Alaskan indigenous language-based naming convention, is based on the larger Kodiaq which will see an India launch in the coming months. 

The Karoq is also offered with a range of advanced driver assistance and infotainment options and is the first Skoda to come with a digital instrument panel.

The Karoq will be offered with two petrol engines: a 1.0-litre TSI three-cylinder with 115hp, a 1.5-litre TSI with 150hp. The latter, which features active cylinder technology, can do 0-100kph in 8.4sec. The three diesel engines consist of a 2.0 TDI with 150hp that has already featured in Skoda’s range. The further two are new: a 1.6 TDI with 115hp, and a range-topping 2.0 TDI with 189hp. The new 2.0 TDI engine comes with a seven-speed DSG gearbox as standard, while the others are available with a six-speed manual as well.

The Karoq is available in two- and four-wheel-drive. Higher specs will appear with a Driving Mode Select system, offering five options: Normal, Sport, Eco, Individual and Snow. Off-road mode, featuring traction control and electronic differential lock will be an option on four-wheel-drive models.

The Karoq will be the first Skoda to feature a customisable digital instrument panel. It will also come with three individual keys, which will remember a driver’s preferred drive mode, lighting, infotainment and other settings when they unlock the car.