{"id":15546,"date":"2016-09-30T12:36:18","date_gmt":"2016-09-30T10:36:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/autodesignmagazine.com\/en\/2016\/09\/nuova-skoda-kodiaq-al-motor-show-parigi\/"},"modified":"2017-02-21T08:57:58","modified_gmt":"2017-02-21T07:57:58","slug":"nuova-skoda-kodiaq-al-motor-show-parigi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/autodesignmagazine.com\/en\/2016\/09\/nuova-skoda-kodiaq-al-motor-show-parigi\/","title":{"rendered":"THE NEW SKODA KODIAQ AT THE PARIS MOTOR SHOW"},"content":{"rendered":"

With a length of 4.70 m, up to seven seats and the largest boot within its class, the \u0160koda KODIAQ is the Czech car manufacturer\u2019s first large SUV. From early 2017, \u0160koda\u2019s latest model will present itself marking the beginning of brand\u2019s extensive SUV campaign.<\/p>\n

\u200b\u00abWith the \u0160koda KODIAQ, we are striking out in a new direction and opening up new markets\u00bb, says \u0160KODA CEO Bernhard Maier. \u00abWith our first large SUV, we are conquering a new segment for the brand \u2013 and new customer groups. Our new addition to the \u0160koda model range is truly as strong as a bear: it makes the brand even more attractive thanks to its concept, striking design and as the first \u0160koda that has the option of always being online, thereby offering more comfort, safety and real-time information.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The brand transfers its new design language into the SUV segment with a design that reflects the car\u2019s versatile character: the KODIAQ features a bold interplay of elegant lines, sporty contours and robustness, which make it easily recognisable.
\nAll of the SUV\u2019s lines are clear, precise and clean-cut \u2013 this applies in particular to the distinctive, highly recessed shoulder line. Double horizontal lines on the front symbolise protection and strength. The wide, three-dimensional radiator grille is striking and conveys the robust character. The narrow, raked headlights, which flow seamlessly into the radiator grille, give the KODIAQ a distinctive appearance.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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\u0160koda\u2019s Head of Design, Jozef Kaba\u0148, and his team were inspired by traditional Czech crystal glass art, which is also reflected in the effective interplay of light and shade on the SUV\u2019s highly contoured surfaces.\u00a0In the side view, the long wheelbase and short overhangs point to the large interior. The wheel arches are slightly angular \u2013 a key element of brand\u2019s SUV design language.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The large SUV\u2019s interior is also protective and robust. The crisp exterior design carries on into the interior: the double lines \u2013 with their three-dimensional appearance \u2013 also feature on the instrument panel. The interior is characterised by bold vertical elements, such as the four large air vents. The large display splits the instrument panel into two equal sections for the driver and passenger.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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With a volume of 720 to 2,065 l (with the rear seats folded down), the KODIAQ offers the largest boot within its class. If the optional folding passenger seat is chosen, the SUV can transport items up to 2.80 m long. An electrically operated tailgate is available as an option, and can \u2013 as an additional optional extra \u2013 also be opened and closed using foot gesture command or a button in the interior.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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