Electric Technology Car News: When SUV models are flooded, Kodiaq, which is better than Trumpchi GS8, will change the situation

The popularity of SUVs in the Chinese market is already a commonplace topic. With the full liberalization of the country's two-child policy, seven-seat SUVs are becoming a new consumer hotspot in the SUV market segment. From this perspective, SAIC Skoda's domestic production of the Kodiaq is just in time. So how capable is this Alaskan bear?

In terms of appearance, the 2017 Kodiaq TSI380 7-seater 4WD flagship model is a good-looking one among mainstream mid-size SUVs. The design of the headlights can be said to be the highlight of the front face. The crystal-cut shape looks very sharp, the full LED light source looks particularly textured, and the fog lights with steering assist function are located below the headlight group, which increases the weight of the headlights.

The adaptive cruise radar is hidden in the upper grille. Both are exclusive to the top-end models. The other two 7-seater versions of Kodiaq can be equipped as options. Automatic parking is a configuration that increases convenience and only appears on the two highest-equipped models. The waistline of Kodiaq's side extends from the upper edge of the headlights, passing through the front and rear doors until it connects with the upper edge of the rear taillight group. The side impact line highlights the sharpness.

In terms of interior, the interior of this Kodiaq is much more restrained than the exterior, but it still gives people a young impression. The T-shaped center console layout looks very simple, which is a simple home style. The instrument panel looks quite similar to the Volkswagen brand. The central driving computer is a color display with a relatively delicate display effect. Some details inside the instrument panel use the green color commonly used by Skoda, which I personally feel is a bit frivolous.

Kodiaq uses Volkswagen Group's second-generation MIB multimedia system. Like Tiguan L, the high-resolution screen has a very delicate display effect, supports full touch operation, and also supports AndroidAuto, CarPlay and MirrorLink. Although the large area of ​​wood grain trim on the center console is not made of solid wood, it still creates a good visual effect and looks very textured.

In terms of power, the 2017 Kodiaq TSI380 7-seater 4WD flagship model uses the 2.0T EA888 engine, which is used in many Volkswagen models. Its maximum power is 220Ps (162kW)/4500-6200rpm, and its maximum torque is 350Nm/1500-4400rpm. All Kodiaq models are equipped with a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox.

Overall, this car is quite good. The exterior design is not abrupt, and the details such as the front and rear headlights show personality. Although the interior design is not outstanding, there is no flaw at all, and the 7-seat layout is also a plus for Kodiaq. In terms of power, the actual 0-100km/h acceleration time of 6.81 seconds is enough for daily driving and overtaking. At present, this big bear is really not a bear, but a little bit awesome.

As a winner of Toutiao's Qingyun Plan and Baijiahao's Bai+ Plan, the 2019 Baidu Digital Author of the Year, the Baijiahao's Most Popular Author in the Technology Field, the 2019 Sogou Technology and Culture Author, and the 2021 Baijiahao Quarterly Influential Creator, he has won many awards, including the 2013 Sohu Best Industry Media Person, the 2015 China New Media Entrepreneurship Competition Beijing Third Place, the 2015 Guangmang Experience Award, the 2015 China New Media Entrepreneurship Competition Finals Third Place, and the 2018 Baidu Dynamic Annual Powerful Celebrity.