Skoda cars in India (8)

As of now, there are 9 Skoda cars in India, out of which 5 are available for purchase and 4 are upcoming. Skoda car prices in India range from Rs 7.59 lakh to Rs 66.99 lakh.

Skoda is a Czech carmaker, part of the Volkswagen Group in India, which is known for “solid build quality,” “driver-focused dynamics,” and “European engineering.” As per us, Skoda has traditionally attracted buyers looking for something different from mainstream options, even if that meant paying a little more. Its cars have often been cross-shopped with models such as the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Volkswagen Taigun.

But with the launch of the Kylaq, things have changed in recent years for the brand. The Kylaq's strong sales have helped Skoda reach a wider audience, including more first-time and budget-conscious buyers. Today, Skoda's India line-up consists of SUVs and sedans, ranging from the compact Kylaq to the flagship Kodiaq. There are no Skoda hatchbacks or MPVs. 

How is Skoda's After-Sales Service?

Skoda's after-sales reputation in India has historically been a weak spot. Back in 2018, Skoda Auto India's then MD, Gurpratap Boparai, told us in an interview that service quality and high maintenance costs had for long been a “prickly issue” for customers, and that fixing the experience was the brand's top priority at the time. 

Since then, things have improved. Our own maintenance cost studies show Skoda's parts and labour pricing has come down over the years, even though it’s still not as affordable as a Maruti Suzuki or Toyota.

Apart from this, as per the questions we received from real owners through our Ask Autocar Anything section, here's what we can say about Skoda's after-sales service as of September 2026:

• Skoda owners are happy with the MySkoda app which includes a service cost calculator. As per them, they can estimate the bill before dropping the car off for service, which adds a layer of transparency that was missing earlier. 
• Some owners say their experience varies depending on the dealership they go to. At some places, the service and experience is top-notch, while at some dealerships, things need to improve a bit. 
• Customers in smaller towns often ask about dealer reach, as service support outside metro cities remains a concern.

Are Skoda Cars Safe?

• The Kylaq is currently the only Skoda car in India with a Bharat NCAP rating.
• The Kushaq and Slavia were tested by Global NCAP back in 2022, under the older protocol that uses a 34-point adult occupant protection scale rather than Bharat NCAP's 32-point scale. Their 5-star ratings aren't directly comparable to the newer Bharat NCAP scores.
• The second-generation Kodiaq did score 5 stars in Euro NCAP tests, but that was on a global, left-hand-drive diesel test unit, not the India-spec petrol car built here via the CKD route. 
• The Octavia RS, being a low-volume CBU import, has not been tested by Bharat NCAP or Global NCAP.

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