Skoda India has just launched the new Skoda Kushaq facelift, priced at Rs 10.79 lakh (ex-showroom). And now, the company is gearing up to launch the Skoda Slavia facelift soon. The sedan made its debut in 2021 and is now set for its first mid-cycle update. Ahead of its debut, it has been spotted testing again on Indian roads, though heavy camouflage keeps most of the design details under wraps, with only the rear visible so far.
The sedan is spotted with dynamic turn signals, indicating a major feature update ahead of its launch. The current model uses halogen indicators on both ends. The facelifted model will be replaced with LED units. The updated combination lamps with dynamic turn indicators will be placed on the lower exterior, with a sweeping inside-out animation as seen on high-end sedans. While the overall silhouette is expected to remain largely unchanged, the Slavia facelift is likely to get a massively revised front and rear styling.
Up front, it is expected to get a redesigned fascia with sharper headlamps, a revised grille that includes a connected light strip, similar to the Qashqai facelift and a new bumper design. Along the sides, the sedan may get newly designed 16-inch alloy wheels. At the rear, updates are likely to include a reworked boot lid, slimmer taillamp housing, and other subtle styling enhancements.Moving inside, changes are expected to be minimal, mostly limited to updated upholstery. On the features front, it is likely to get a fully digital instrument cluster, redesigned steering wheel, ventilated front seats and additional upgrades. Mechanically, it is expected to continue unchanged, retaining the same set of engine options. Like the Taigun, Volkswagen is expected to introduce a new 8-speed torque converter automatic transmission for the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, replacing the earlier 6-speed unit. The second engine is a 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder, turbo-petrol.Photo: cinewheelz/instagram
