Skoda has confirmed the launch of the fourth-generation Superb with a diesel engine in India in 2027. Its arrival marks the return of a diesel engine to the wider Volkswagen Group in India after 2020, before the BS6 emission norms came into effect. Skoda is bringing the Superb Laurin & Klement (L&K) trim to India as a completely built unit (CBU) import. Its deliveries are slated to commence in the second quarter of 2027, and customers can now register their interest at dealerships.
- Powered by a 150hp diesel engine, allowing a 9.2s 0-100kph claimed time
- Matrix LED headlights, LED tail-lights and 18-inch alloys to be offered
- Cabin gets a 12.9-inch infotainment unit, 3-zone AC and a 14-speaker sound system
This will be the first time the fourth-generation model is officially offered to Indian customers, after a limited batch of the third-generation model was imported in 2024.
India-spec Superb will get a 150hp 2.0-litre diesel engine with a FWD setup
The India-spec Skoda Superb will be powered by a 2.0-litre diesel engine that produces 150hp and 360Nm. It will be mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (DCT) that sends power to the front wheels (FWD). With this engine in the Superb, Skoda claims a 0-100kph sprint time of 9.2 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 225kph.
A more powerful 193hp version of this engine, paired with an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system, was showcased at the 2025 Auto Expo, but has now been ruled out for the final India-spec version.
The India-spec Superb will, however, be offered with Progressive Dynamic Steering and Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) to automatically adjust the handling balance based on driving speed, road conditions and selected driving mode.
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Matrix LED headlights, 18-inch alloy wheels and wraparound LED tail-lights
The fourth-generation Skoda Superb retains the elegant look usually associated with the model. Up front, it features the Skoda Signature grille with chrome slats and a chrome surround. The bumper has honeycomb mesh air inlets and a horizontal chrome bar in the centre. It gets Matrix LED headlights with a cornering function and LED daytime running lamps (DRLs) with welcome and goodbye animations.
Moving on to the profile, Skoda will offer the Superb with 18-inch dual-tone alloys as standard. The window surrounds have a chrome finish, and the front fenders have the ‘Laurin & Klement’ badge. At the rear are wraparound LED tail-lights with the same welcome animations as the front DRLs and a Skoda wordmark on the tailgate.
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Skoda Superb interior design and features
Gets a cognac-hued cabin, two digital screens and a lot of convenience features
The interior, too, is as elegant as the exterior, featuring a dual-tone black-and-Cognac cabin theme and a simple dashboard with a 12.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 10-inch digital driver’s display and a 3-spoke steering wheel with ‘Skoda’ wordmark. Like the Kodiaq SUV, it gets rotary dials with digital screens on the centre console to operate climate and audio controls. The seats have leatherette upholstery that matches the cabin’s colour scheme.
Other features include a 14-speaker Canton sound system, triple-zone climate control, a 25-Watt wireless phone charger, rear sunblinds and a powered tailgate with gesture support. The front seats are powered and offer features such as memory, heating, ventilation and massage. The Skoda Superb also comes with a ‘Sleep Package’ as standard, featuring adjustable headrests for the rear outboard seats and two blankets for added comfort.
Safety features include 10 airbags, a 360-degree camera, Level 2 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), an electronic parking brake, a tyre-pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and automatic parking assistance.
As a CBU import, the Skoda Superb is expected to have a premium positioning and be priced in the Rs 55 lakh-60 lakh range. However, with the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) set to come into force in 2027, reduced import duties could make the Superb more affordable. If Skoda manages to price it competitively, the Superb could be a fitting alternative to the Toyota Camry, currently the only other sedan in this premium segment.
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