Skoda Kylaq Automatic Review: Skoda Motors has recently introduced the Kylaq Automatic in the 4-meter SUV segment. Let’s know how good is it for you to buy this automatic SUV from Skoda?
Skoda Kylaq Automatic Review: The demand for sub-4 meter SUVs is increasing continuously in the Indian market and urban customers are liking vehicles with automatic gearbox. In such a situation, Skoda has introduced Kylaq Automatic to strengthen its hold in this segment.
Skoda Kylaq Automatic was road tested to find out whether the car is just stylish or can it prove to be a better choice for you in terms of performance and mileage? Let’s know about this in detail.
Transmission and Performance
Kylaq Automatic has a 1.0 liter TSI turbocharged petrol engine, which comes with a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission. It makes the driving experience very smooth and balanced. It has a real automatic transmission instead of AMT, which works without jerking while changing gears.
To make driving more fun, it also gets paddle shifters on the steering. Whether you drive in city traffic or travel long distances on the highway, this engine does not feel weak anywhere. Its mid-range is torquey, which makes overtaking easier.
Dynamic performance
The steering feel of the Kylaq Automatic is very precise and responsive. The sportier suspension setup given in it is a bit stiff for Indian roads, but due to this it gives best in class driving dynamics. The ground clearance of 189 mm allows you to drive with confidence even on bad roads, potholes and speed breakers.
How is the mileage?
The mileage of Kylaq Automatic with automatic gearbox is also very good. Testing revealed that the car was giving fuel efficiency between 10 to 14 kmpl, which is around the manual variant.
Why choose Kylaq Automatic?
Kylaq Automatic comes with a proper torque converter transmission, which gives a much smoother and reliable driving experience than AMT. The TSI engine given in it not only gives strong performance, but its throttle response is also very sharp, which ensures fun driving both in the city and on the highway. Also, its driving dynamics – which include handling, suspension and precise steering – are excellent.
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