Skoda Karoq updated

The 2024 Skoda Karoq range has been reshuffled for the Australian market, the Czech brand increasing entry-level prices by $1000 while adding more equipment.

The updated Skoda Karoq mid-size SUV line-up now consists of the entry-level Karoq Select, priced from $40,990 drive-away, replacing the Karoq Style which was $1000 cheaper.

The mid-spec Karoq Style has been replaced by a new front drive Karoq Sportline 4x2 ($46,990 drive-away) model-grade and the Karoq Sportline 4x4 ($57,990 drive-away) is now the flagship model in the range.

Base-grade 2024 Skoda Karoq Select models add advanced driver fatigue detection and metallic paint as standard while continuing to offer 18-inch alloy wheels, silver roof rails, LED headlights and tail-lights, animated rear LED indicators, adaptive cruise control lane assist with blind spot monitoring, plus front and rear parking sensors.

A pair of digital screens are standard, an 8.0-inch central touch-screen and an 8.25-inch driver’s display, electrically folding and heated door mirrors, auto-dimming interior mirror, tyre pressure monitoring, a leather-trimmed steering wheel plus automatic headlights and wipers.

Twin USB-C ports are part of the entry-level Karoq package, as is keyless engine start, dual-zone climate control and Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility.

Step up to the Karoq Sportline 4x2 and you’ll net fancy footwear in the form of 19-inch alloy wheels, a sports body kit via new front and rear bumper designs and black accents across the exterior. Matrix LED headlights are included, and ambient LED lighting is added to the interior along with heated front and rear seats, a heated steering wheel, upgraded sports comfort front seats, adaptive lane guidance (auto steering on the freeway) and gear shift paddles on the steering wheel.

Tinted rear windows, a powered tailgate, a larger 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, wireless phone charger and digital radio tuner.

Both the Karoq Select and Sportline 4x2 are powered by a 1.4-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine (110kW/250Nm) that hooks up to an eight-speed automatic transmission.

At the top of the tree is the Skoda Karoq Sportline 4x4 which gets a bigger 2.0-litre engine (140kW/320Nm) paired to a seven-speed automatic transmission driving all four wheels.

It adds equipment like adaptive suspension, a larger 9.2-inch central touch-screen display, a 10-speaker Canton premium audio system, park assist and a 360-degree surround view parking camera system.

An optional Signature Pack ($4000) adds leather-appointed upholstery and power-adjustable seats. A panoramic glass sunroof is also optional ($1900).

Skoda is also pushing a new weekly payment leasing plan where owners can pay $99 per week for the base grade model over five years, and $113 for the Sportline 4x2 or $140 per week for the Sportline 4x4.

The new Skoda Karoq comes with a seven-year warranty.

The Skoda Karoq is the European brand’s fourth best-selling vehicle in Australia behind the Kamiq small SUV, Kodiaq large SUV and Octavia mid-size passenger car.

To the end of July 2024, the Skoda Karoq has amassed 540 sales, down 41 per cent on last year’s tally.

How much does the 2024 Skoda Karoq cost?
Select – $40,990 drive-away (+$1000)
Sportline 4x2 – $46,990 drive-away (new)
Sportline 4x4 – $57,990 drive-away (+$5500)

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