› More refined ŠKODA design language

› New, sustainable materials and modern technologies in the interior for increased comfort

› Full-LED Matrix headlights available as an option for the first time

› Choice of five efficient engines from Volkswagen Group’s latest EVO generation

› Aerodynamics improved by more than 9%, lower fuel consumption and CO2 emissions 

The successful model gets an upgrade: ŠKODA has used a more refined design language, sustainable materials, new technologies and a choice of efficient latest-generation EVO engines. Since its launch as the second SUV model range in 2017, more than half a million KAROQs have been produced, making the smaller brother of the KODIAQ a mainstay in the ŠKODA line-up. The compact SUV is currently on sale in 60 countries.

2017 saw ŠKODA introduce the KAROQ, the second model in its SUV line-up. With more than half a million units sold to date, it is a cornerstone of ŠKODA’s model range and was the third most delivered model in 2021 after the brand’s bestseller, the OCTAVIA, and the KAMIQ city SUV. Currently, the KAROQ is offered in 60 markets around the globe.

More refined emotive design language 

The new KAROQ is characterised by ŠKODA’s updated emotive design language featuring crystalline elements. New design details include the wider, now hexagonal ŠKODA grille, restyled front and rear aprons, as well as slimmer and sharper LED headlights and tail lights. The daytime running lights are now split in two, and for the first time, the KAROQ can be equipped with full-LED Matrix headlights as an option. Aerodynamics have been improved by more than 9%, meaning that the SUV now boasts a drag coefficient (cd) of 0.30 and correspondingly lower CO2 emissions. This has been made possible, for example, by new alloy wheels with Aero inserts, a longer rear spoiler, side finlets on the rear window and the now covered underbody. An increased range of state-of-the-art assistance and safety systems ensures even higher levels of active and passive safety. 

New interior decor and seat covers made from recycled, sustainable materials 

The look of the KAROQ’s interior is defined by new decorative trim and upholstery options, which can be made from sustainable materials if selected. For example, in the Eco pack, the seat covers are partly made from recycled PET bottles. Optional extras to increase comfort include enhanced LED ambient lighting, which now also illuminates the rear door trim in one of ten colours, and the electrically adjustable front-passenger seat including a memory function. The KAROQ is available in the Active, Ambition and Style trim levels and as a SPORTLINE variant. The first SPORTLINE was a ŠKODA FAVORIT and debuted in 1992, making this derivative an integral part of the Czech carmaker’s product portfolio for 30 years. 

Choice of five efficient EVO engines with outputs from 81 kW (110 PS) to 140 kW (190 PS) 

The updated ŠKODA KAROQ can be equipped with one of five efficient engines from Volkswagen Group’s latest EVO generation. Two diesels and three petrol engines deliver power outputs ranging from 81 kW (110 PS) to 140 kW (190 PS). The 2.0 TSI producing 140 kW (190 PS) is exclusive to the KAROQ SPORTLINE and comes with all‑wheel drive as standard. For the 2.0 TDI delivering 110 kW (150 PS), 4×4 drive is optional.

› Wider radiator grille and slimmer headlights, for the first time with optional full-LED Matrix technology

› Redesigned front apron with air curtains and longer rear spoiler reduce drag

› Two new colour options and aerodynamically optimised alloy wheels measuring 17 to 19 inches

Mladá Boleslav, 4 April 2022 – The new KAROQ is characterised by the updated design language of ŠKODA’s current SUVs. The wider, now hexagonal ŠKODA grille and the new front apron lend the car a rugged look. The slightly longer rear spoiler lengthens the body visually and, together with air curtains at the front, aerodynamically optimised alloy wheels and the now covered underbody, reduces the drag coefficient by more than 9%, achieving a cd of 0.30. The headlights, which like the tail lights are slimmer, feature a new four-light cluster design and as a first for the KAROQ, are now available with full-LED Matrix technology on request.

The new KAROQ is available in the Active, Ambition and Style specifications and as a SPORTLINE variant. The SUV is 4,390 mm long and 1,841 mm wide. The height of the front-wheel-drive models is 1,603 mm and the wheelbase measures 2,638 mm, while KAROQs with all-wheel drive are 1,608 mm high and feature a wheelbase of 2,630 mm. When fitted with standard seats, the boot capacity is 521 l, or 1,630 l with the rear seats folded down. With the optional VarioFlex seats, the boot volume is 588 l, 1,605 l with the seats folded down, and 1,810 l with the rear seats removed. 

More striking front with wider ŠKODA grille 

The restyled, body-coloured sculptured bumper below the wider and now hexagonal ŠKODA grille creates a stunning look. It features a wide, lower air inlet with a crystalline mesh-effect design, a rugged, black-grained front spoiler and L-shaped air curtains on the sides. They direct the air through the sides of the front bumper, reducing air vortices and improving airflow at the wheel arches. For the first time, KAROQ models with all-wheel drive feature aerodynamically optimised fuel tank undertrays that also cover the rear axle to reduce drag under the car. 

Slimmer headlights with optional full-LED Matrix technology 

The slimmer headlights extend to the ŠKODA grille, and the daytime running lights are split in two. This is the first KAROQ that can be fitted with full-LED Matrix headlights, in which two LED modules in each – for low beam and high beam – are arranged one above the other. They provide a distinct four-light cluster, which is particularly striking in driving mode in the dark. The standard variant comes with LED modules in the upper part of the headlight unit for low and high beam along with a separate fog light in the lower housing. The tail lights are even more clear-cut, forming the characteristic C-shaped light cluster and exhibiting ŠKODA-typical crystalline structures. They come with full-LED technology as standard, and from the Ambition trim level upwards, they feature dynamic indicators and an animated welcome effect. 

Longer rear spoiler, aerodynamic wheels and a new rear apron 

An extended, body-coloured rear spoiler makes the vehicle look longer when viewed from the side. The Style‑specification KAROQ and the SPORTLINE variant come with side finlets, which – together with the spoiler – reduce air turbulence at the rear, improving the car’s aerodynamics and lowering its CO2 emissions. The KAROQ’s aerodynamics are also improved by the new Scutus (standard 17-inch for Style) and Sagitarius (19-inch) alloy wheels, which are available in metallic silver and polished metallic anthracite. Same as the 18-inch Procyon wheels, they also feature plastic Aero inserts that reduce air turbulence around the wheels. The Aero trim is available in matt black for the Scutus wheels while the trim colours for the other wheels also include black and anthracite. The polished black and aerodynamically optimised 18-inch Miran wheel is a brand-new option. The KAROQ’s restyled rear apron is body-coloured below the loading sill while its rugged black plastic rear diffuser exhibits a sculptured shape. 

New metallic colour options Phoenix Orange and Graphite Grey 

ŠKODA offers a total of nine colours for the KAROQ. The metallic Phoenix Orange and Graphite Grey paint finishes are new to the range. They complement the metallic Brilliant Silver, Velvet Red, pearlescent Moon White, Lava Blue and pearlescent Black Magic paintwork, as well as the standard colours Energy Blue and Steel Grey. 

› Exclusive to the series with a 2.0 TSI petrol engine and 140 kW (190 PS)

› Stunning black design features on the exterior and 18-inch wheels set the KAROQ SPORTLINE apart

› Sports seats with breathable ThermoFlux covers and black interior details

Mladá Boleslav, 4 April 2022 – The SPORTLINE is the range-topping model in the ŠKODA KAROQ line-up. Apart from the 1.0 TSI, the KAROQ SPORTLINE is available with any of the engines in the range. The 2.0 TSI petrol engine with an output of 140 kW (190 PS), which comes with a seven-speed DSG and all-wheel drive as standard, is exclusively reserved for the KAROQ SPORTLINE. The exterior of this sporty range-topping model is characterised by a host of black design details, exclusive alloy wheels and SPORTLINE badges. Black sports styling also continues in the interior. The brand’s SPORTLINE models celebrate their 30th anniversary in 2022, following ŠKODA’s introduction of this dynamic variant in 1992 with the FAVORIT.

The SPORTLINE is the top-end model in the KAROQ range. This trim variant debuted 30 years ago in the ŠKODA FAVORIT and could always be identified by its black design features. The SPORTLINE’s grille with gloss black surround and matt black slats provide a stunning contrast to its body-coloured front apron featuring a model‑specific central air inlet and black detailing. The wing mirror caps are also gloss black, as are the window frames, roof rails and rear diffuser. The side skirts are body-coloured, as is the rear apron that features striking, built-in chrome-effect tailpipes. The rear side windows and the rear window are tinted (SunSet), and the front wings are adorned with a SPORTLINE badge. The KAROQ SPORTLINE comes with full-LED Matrix headlights as standard.

› More than half a million KAROQ models have been produced since market launch in 2017

› The brand’s bestselling SUV and second most popular ŠKODA in 2020

› ŠKODA’s second model of its SUV campaign is available in 60 countries

Mladá Boleslav, 4 April 2022 – Following in the KODIAQ’s footsteps, the KAROQ is ŠKODA’s second SUV model, and has played a significant role in the Czech carmaker’s success since its launch in 2017. It was the bestselling ŠKODA SUV in 2020 and the brand’s second most delivered model after the OCTAVIA. More than half a million KAROQs have rolled off the production line to date.