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Skoda Kodiaq updated for 2026, now gets ADAS

It's the only Skoda model to offer ADAS in India at the moment.
1 min read9 May '26
Viraaj BhatnagarViraaj Bhatnagar
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Skoda Kodiaq 2026 adas

Skoda has launched a model year update for its flagship SUV offering, the Kodiaq. This update adds an ADAS suite to certain Kodiaq variants, and makes a couple of other features more affordable in the line-up too. Prices have yet to be announced for the 2026 Skoda Kodiaq.

  1. Kodiaq ADAS suite includes 7 functions
  2. 360deg camera, grille LED strip now available from mid-spec Sportline trim onwards

2026 Skoda Kodiaq: What's new?

ADAS offered in mid and top trims

Skoda Kodiaq updated for 2026, now gets ADAS

As mentioned earlier, the headline addition for the 2026 Kodiaq is an ADAS suite. It encompasses 7 functions, namely adaptive cruise control, adaptive headlights, frontal assist (warning and braking), lane keep assist, side assist (blind spot detection and lane changing), rear traffic alert, and an exit warning system.

ADAS is available in the mid-spec Kodiaq Sportline and top-spec Selection L&K variants. Notably, the Kodiaq is the only Skoda model on sale in India that's equipped with ADAS features. This addition helps put the Kodiaq on more even footing with its direct rival, the Volkswagen Tayron, which also offers ADAS.

Skoda Kodiaq updated for 2026, now gets ADAS

Aside from the driver assistance upgrade, the 2026 Kodiaq Sportline variant has been enriched with a 360-degree camera and grille-embedded LED strip (pictured above) – this duo of features was previously exclusive to the top-spec Kodiaq Selection L&K trim. The base Kodiaq Lounge 5-seater variant sees no changes with this model year update.

2026 Skoda Kodiaq engine and gearbox

204hp 2.0-litre turbo-petrol mill

There are no mechanical changes for the 2026 Kodiaq, so it continues to offer a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbo-petrol engine across all variants. Total output is 204hp and 320Nm, which is routed to all four wheels via a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic.

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