Skoda Auto India has expanded its compact SUV line-up with the launch of the Skoda Kylaq Sportline. Priced starting at ₹11.32 lakh (ex-showroom), the Sportline variant brings darker, sportier aesthetic treatments inside and out, aiming to capture buyers looking for a more aggressive street presence without sacrificing everyday practicality.
1. Exterior: Blacked-Out Sportline Aesthetics
The Kylaq Sportline replaces bright chrome accents with gloss black detailing across the exterior bodywork:
- Signature Black Grille: Gloss black finish for the signature Skoda radiator grille and surround.
- Darkened Elements: Blacked-out wing mirror housings (ORVMs), roof rails, window surrounds, and sportier alloy wheels.
- Front & Rear Tweaks: Smoked treatment for the LED lighting units, dark finish front and rear skid plates, and dedicated ‘Sportline’ fender badging.
2. All-Black Sporty Cockpit & Tech
Inside, the cabin shifts to a driver-focused, dark theme with contrasting sporty highlights:
- Interior Palette: All-black upholstery with contrast stitching on the seats, steering wheel, and gear boot.
- Steering & Pedals: Leather-wrapped three-spoke flat-bottom steering wheel and metallic/aluminium sports pedals.
- Infotainment & Cockpit: Free-standing touchscreen infotainment system supporting wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, paired with a fully digital driver’s instrument display.
- Comfort & Equipment: Keyless entry with push-button start, automatic climate control, single-pane electric sunroof, wireless phone charger, and cooled glovebox.
3. Powertrain & Performance
The Kylaq Sportline continues to be powered by the proven 1.0-litre TSI turbo-petrol engine:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1.0-Litre, 3-Cylinder TSI Turbo-Petrol |
| Max Power | 115 hp |
| Peak Torque | 178 Nm |
| Transmission Options | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Torque-Converter Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
4. Safety & Positioning
Safety equipment remains a cornerstone of the Kylaq package:
- Standard Safety Suite: 6 airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Multi-Collision Braking (MCB), Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), ISOFIX child-seat anchors, and rear parking sensors/camera.
Priced from ₹11.32 lakh (ex-showroom), the Kylaq Sportline slots in as an enthusiast-focused trim in the sub-4-metre compact SUV segment, competing directly against the Hyundai Venue N Line, Kia Sonet GT-Line/X-Line, Tata Nexon, and Maruti Brezza.
