Details of Skoda Kodiaq RS

The first SUV from Skoda to carry the RS performance livery is now available to order in Ireland, writes Brian Byrne.

The Kodiaq RS will be arriving shortly in dealerships priced at €62,295. It is powered by a 240hp diesel and 4x4 and dual-clutch automatic are both standard.

External style cues include gloss black details on the grille, window frames and mirror housings, as well as anthracite coloured alloy wheels.

The interior of the 7-seat car includes as standard the Volkswagen Group's 'virtual cockpit', Alcantara leather seats and carbon and red detailing.

Skoda Ireland expects to sell 50 Kodiaq RS units next year as part of a total number o f2,200 Kodiaqs.

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