[Auto] Skoda Kodiaq RS in danger of death due to gas regulations

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The crisis caused by the diesel scandal has turned the automotive sector upside down. If the Volkswagen Group had not been caught red-handed, the evolution towards more sustainable energy would have been slower. However, the German consortium is not the only one that has been directly or indirectly involved in a situation like her. However, the consequences are paid by the customer.

One of them is the reduction of the ranges of many manufacturers. Certain models were born at a time when "anything was worth" and after the crisis their position in the market is at least questionable. One of those that could be seen on the tightrope is the Skoda Kodiaq RS, one of the most radical SUVs on the market. The problem is that the pillars on which its essence rests go against the market: it is diesel and its emissions are high.

The opportunity for the Skoda Kodiaq RS could be in the electricity

According to various sources, including Autocar, the Skoda Kodiaq RS will have no future as we know it today. Apparently, the British media would have echoed an official statement where it indicates it. In addition, they also point out that there will be certain adjustments in the product catalog. However, this note does not indicate that the Kodiaq RS is going to disappear forever, but that there will be an impasse until an alternative arrives.

Apparently, this would come when the Kodiaq receives the relevant mid-cycle restyling. Taking into account the evolution of the manufacturer towards alternative energies, we might think that a plug-in hybrid version will await you. However, according to statements made by Alain Favey, the brand's head of sales and marketing, this would not be the case. The reason given is that a Kodiaq PHEV is not planned for now.

But it seems that, although it helps to reduce emissions and consumption, using the powertrain that gives life to the Octavia RS iV is not in the brand's plans. The explanation could be in the arrival of a gasoline version, although we have already seen preparations like ABT's. We will have to be very attentive to the news that may arrive, because it will soon be four years old and should receive its well-deserved update. Let's be patient.