Škoda Auto India hosted the world static premiere of the Vision IN at Auto Expo 2020. The mid-size SUV concept study, designed and developed under the Škoda Auto led ‘INDIA 2.0’ project of the Volkswagen Group is based on the MQB A0 IN platform.
The car maker has showcased the flagship SUV KODIAQ 2.0 TSI, the new KAROQ 1.5 TSI, the Laurin and Klement as well as the Sportline variants of the facelifted SUPERB, the powerful OCTAVIA RS 245, and the Monte Carlo and the Matte Concept of the RAPID 1.0 TSI. To commemorate its 125 year anniversary, Škoda has also presented the luxurious 1948 SUPERB OHV.
Zac Hollis, Brand Director, Škoda Auto India, said, “This is a very special year for the ŠKODA AUTO family. We are celebrating our 125 year anniversary. The Vision IN having drawn its inspiration from this rich history and heritage blurs the line between beauty and functionality. ”
VISION IN
Featuring a distinctive front and large bonnet, the VISION IN’s grille features striking double slats
The VISION IN’s modern technological comforts also include the individually configurable Virtual Cockpit and shift-by-wire technology. The gear selector is no longer connected to the 7 speed DSG mechanically. Instead, it relays which gear has been chosen electronically.
The ŠKODA VISION IN concept study is 4,256 mm long and has a wheelbase of 2,671 mm; its height is 1,589 mm. The VISION IN is powered by a modern and efficient petrol engine. The 1.5 TSI delivering 110 kW (150 PS) transfers its maximum torque of 250 Nm to the front wheels via a 7 speed DSG. It takes the concept study 8.7 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h. Its top speed is 195 km/h. The VISION IN features 7.5J×19 alloy wheels fitted with 235/45 R19 tyres.