Skoda Yeti finally showed its colours in India although we might have to wait a bit longer for the official launch. The Czech auto maker unveiled its 4X2 off-roader. The previous launch of the Skoda Yeti did not do much to ring in the cash registers due its high pricing as compared to its opponents in the same segment. Initially the car did manage to start off on a high with a decent sale of around 200 vehicles per month but over the long run and in the current period the car barely manages 50 units per month.
The newly launched version of the Skoda Yeti is quite cheaper compared to the earlier 4X4 car and is sure looking to make amends for the previous loss in the sales numbers. The current 4X2 car is a front wheel drive which is run by a less robust engine.The 2.0L TDI power-train garners up to 110 bhp at 4200 rpm of maximum power along with a maximum torque of 250Nm at 1500 to 2500 rpm. The engine is equipped with a five speed manual gear box. The new variant is also lighter in weight in comparison to the previously heavier Skoda Yeti. The car is quite off beat and bold and is offered in a single variant only that is named as Active compared to the earlier cars which were also offered in Elegance and Ambition variants as well.
We have to wait some more time for the official launch. There has been no announcement by the company and the exact price is also being kept under the wraps by Skoda’s dealerships. The car will still be expected to be cheaper by INR 2-2.5 Lakhs in the new 4X2 variant. The car has not changed much in terms of the outer looks and matches the former 4X4 variant in most aspects. The changes though are expected to make their way in the interiors of Skoda Yeti 4X2.
In India Skoda sells the high end sedan variants like the Skoda Laura and Skoda Superb. Recently the company launched its entry level sedan the Skoda Rapid and the Skoda Fabia hatchback.
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