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Skoda Considers CNG Models Alongside Diesel Superb, Octavia RS
Skoda is thinking about offering some of its Indian cars with CNG fuel.
The possible CNG cars are the Kylaq, Kushaq and Slavia.
They use the same basic vehicle platform, which may make this plan easier.
Skoda says more customers are becoming interested in fuel choices other than petrol.
The company is also planning to bring a new Superb sedan to India in the first half of 2027.
That car could use a diesel engine and be imported fully built.
Skoda will also bring 50 more Octavia RS cars after selling the first 100.
These plans are being considered or announced, but the CNG versions have not been confirmed for launch.
Skoda is considering CNG versions of the Kylaq, Kushaq and Slavia using their 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine.
The three models share the MQB-A0-IN platform, which could support a common CNG powertrain.
Skoda says changing consumer sentiment toward petrol has encouraged it to diversify its India lineup.
The fourth-generation Superb is planned for India in the first half of 2027 as a diesel-powered CBU in Laurin & Klement trim.
Skoda will import another 50 Octavia RS units after the first batch of 100 sold out last year.
- Who
- Skoda and its India brand director, Ashish Gupta, are considering changes to the company’s Indian lineup.
- What
- Skoda is exploring CNG versions of three models, planning a diesel Superb, and bringing another batch of Octavia RS cars.
- Where
- The plans concern Skoda’s vehicle lineup in India.
- When
- The Superb is planned for the first half of 2027; the timing of the possible CNG models is not stated.
- Why
- Skoda wants to diversify its offerings amid increased interest in alternative fuels and changing consumer sentiment toward petrol.
Key facts
- Potential CNG models
- Skoda Kylaq, Kushaq and Slavia
- Proposed CNG engine
- A 1.0-litre turbo-petrol-based powertrain
- Shared platform
- MQB-A0-IN
- Planned Superb timing
- First half of 2027
- Superb specification
- Expected 2.0-litre diesel engine with 150 hp and 360 Nm, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission
- Octavia RS allocation
- A second batch of 50 units, following the sale of 100 units last year
- Octavia RS powertrain
- 265 hp and 370 Nm from a four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine with a seven-speed DSG gearbox
Quotes
Ashish Gupta
Brand Director of Skoda Auto India
“"The brand is aggressively pursuing the idea of introducing a CNG powertrain, given the recent shift towards alternative fuels, particularly CNG, in many parts of the country."”
firstpost.com
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