Skoda Vision IN spotted testing again, new design features revealed
What's the story
Skoda is expected to launch its Vision IN compact SUV in India sometime in 2021. In the latest development, a test mule of the upcoming car has been spotted testing on the roads, revealing its key design features. As per the images, the Vision IN will come with an all-LED lighting setup, steel wheels, roof-mounted spoiler, and a 'floating' touchscreen infotainment panel.
Exteriors
Skoda Vision IN: At a glance
The Skoda Vision IN will be based on the MQB-A0 IN platform. It will feature a chrome-finished grille, LED headlamps, halogen fog lights, LED taillights, and a roof-mounted spoiler. On the sides, it will be flanked by silvered roof rails, body-colored ORVMs, blacked-out B-pillars, and steel wheels. However, the higher variants are expected to offer alloy wheels.
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Power and performance
The Skoda Vision IN is likely to draw power from a BS6-compliant 1.5-liter TSI turbocharged petrol engine that generates 150hp of maximum power and 250Nm of peak torque. The mill will come mated to a 7-speed DSG gearbox for handling transmission duties.
Interiors
A peek inside the cabin
The Skoda Vision IN will offer a 5-seater cabin, featuring automatic climate control, a sloping center console, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The compact SUV will house a digital instrument cluster and a 'floating' touchscreen infotainment panel with support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. On the safety front, it will offer multiple airbags, ABS with EBD, and a parking camera.
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What about the price?
The Skoda Vision IN is expected to be launched in India around mid-2021 and should carry a price-tag of around Rs. 10 lakh. Once unveiled, it will take on rivals like Kia Seltos, MG Hector, Tata Harrier, Hyundai Creta, and Volkswagen Taigun.