The Kylaq measures in at just 3,995 mm (157.2 inches) and rocks a familiar Skoda front fascia. Underpinning the tiny SUV is the firm’s MQB A0 IN platform. A turbocharged 1.0-liter three-cylinder will come standard on all models.

Skoda Auto has developed a new small SUV for the Indian market. After Kushaq and Slavia, Kylaq is Skoda's third locally developed and manufactured model in India.

Kylaq will solely be powered by the 1.0 TSI engine and forms of a joint development between India, Volkswagen do Brasil and from 2027, Volkswagen Group Africa.

Volkswagen India is set to launch a compact SUV in 2026, several media reports said. Volkswagen will base its new SUV on the Skoda Kylaq.

Volkswagen India will launch a compact SUV in 2026, essentially the Skoda Kylaq, with significant exterior changes to align with VW’s design language. The two models will be mechanically identical, continuing the current platform-sharing strategy.