Skoda is all set to launch its new hatchback. The much anticipated and current talk of the town is the all new Skoda Citigo. The breath taking venture will be seen rolling over the roads by the festive Diwali season. Coping up with the glitz and glamour of the festival, the Citigo will match the grandeur and charm of the ambience.  Skoda has placed the new hatch on grounds, leveling and giving a tough rivalry to the Volkswagen UP, both having the same platform and technology.

However, Skoda is by far the best when it comes to design and finishing amongst the competitors. Also, keeping in mind the Indian market scenario, the Czech company is also stabilizing the price of the car to fall short to a knack close to the Hyundai i20, Volkswagen Polo etc. which will shake up market through its very roots.

A few leaks and sneak peeks at the car through sources reveal that the engine is associated with MPI technology, interiors with balanced features plus with some new exiting features too in small car, exteriors along with eco- friendly colour, amazing performance in the sector of pickup and acceleration and possesses astonishing features in safety, driving and handling zone makes car quite acceptable at such affordable price.

Skoda Citigo Launch Date

Skoda Citigo compact hatchback is expected to be the finest creations by the Volkswagen’s Czech subsidiary Skoda Auto. After its world wide acclaim, the anticipated hatch will certainly take the competition to next level in India as it will be of a premium-class. The Skoda Citigo launch is expected either by this yearend or early 2013. Here to welcome the inaugural Skoda small car will be Maruti Swift, Honda Brio and Hyundai i10.

Skoda Citigo Price

As this will be the first time that Skoda Auto will step into the jam-packed hatchback segment in India. As a result, it needs to cautious in every aspect be it the features, drivability, engine or even the price. In India, only those cars work-out that are value for money and at the same time offer something innovative to its buyers. Apart from aggressive Skoda Citigo price that is expected to be nearly Rs 4-5 Lakh for base petrol model it will go up to Rs 6-7 Lakh for the top end version. 

Skoda Citigo Review by Expert

The Czech Republic based premium carmaker Skoda Auto that was up till now identified only for producing some luxurious saloons across the globe will now be seen crafting some ‘clever’ compact hatchback cars. The first one in the lineup to take wings is Skoda Citigo. The inaugural car is based on the famous Volkswagen Up hatch and is basically a rebadged version for India market. Across the globe it is available in 3-door and 5-door versions, but India expects a proper 4-5 seater, hence the 5-door model is projected to debut.

The much anticipated mini car is the current talk of the town. The breath taking venture is expected to be rolling over the roads by the festive Diwali’2012. Coping up with the glitz and glamour of the festival, the Skoda Citigo will match the grandeur and charm of the occasion. The small car will fall in the crowded hatchback segment and it has to fight its way out with renowned players like Maruti Swift, Hyundai i10, Chevrolet  Beat and Honda Brio.      

However, Skoda is expected to be by far the best when it comes to design and finishing amongst the competitors. Also, keeping in mind the Indian market scenario, the Czech company is also stabilizing the price of the car to fall short to a knack close to the Hyundai i20, Volkswagen Polo etc. which will shake up market through its very roots.

A few leaks and sneak peeks at the car through sources reveal that the engine is associated with MPI technology, interiors with balanced features plus with some new exiting features too in small car, exteriors along with eco- friendly shades, amazing performance in the sector of pickup and acceleration and possesses astonishing features in safety, driving and handling zone makes car quite acceptable at such affordable price.

Skoda Citigo Mileage and Fuel Efficiency

The Citigo has been equipped with a petrol engine which is expected to give good mileage as per the past records of the Skoda cars. According to the engine specifications the car will give decent mileage of 11 kmpl in the city and will boost up to 15.4 kmpl on the highways. The CO2 emission varies from 105 to 108 g/km. The accurate details regarding the efficiency will be revealed once the car hits the market.

Skoda Citigo Variants and Features

Skoda Citigo gives a good resemblance of Volkswagen UP as the other cars from Skoda possess closeness to the VW cars. The car is expected to be launched in India soon but will reach in the hands of UK dealers up to summer 2012. The price of the car is expected to be somewhere near Rs 5, 00,000. The Skoda truly gives amazing looks with fine grille; ample of chrome along with peculiar headlamps gives a distinct picture. The small car comes with various storage compartments, cup holders and multimedia system. Skoda has enabled new features in this car like portable navigation system with 5- inch touch screen which is very helpful in the journey. The photograph holder on the center console is a new feature in the car. Brake assist applies automatic brakes in case of collision. The car is available in two models one has three doors and other has five doors. The various features enabled in the car are body coloured bumpers, ORVM indicator, xenon headlamps, rear wiper, trip meter, rear defogger, headlamp washer, rear armrest, parking sensors, steering adjustment, traction control, driver seat adjustment, ABS with EBD, 2 DIN music system, rear seat belts, leather seats, AC, electric door mirror, power windows, tinted glass, remote central locking, rear AC vent, remote fuel filler, folding rear seats, steering controls, sun roof and auto headlamp.

Skoda Citigo Engine, Power and Performance

The 1 L petrol engine with multi point injection technology is very responsive. The engine comes in two variants having varying characteristics in power, torque, pickup and acceleration and fuel consumption. The engine comes with emission norms of Euro 5, 12 valves, 3 cylinders and displacement of 999 cc makes it quite effective. The engine is expected to deliver maximum power from 44 KW/60 HP to 55 KW/75 HP. The accurate power and performance will be known after the launch of car. The engine is assembled with 5 speed manual transmission.

Skoda Citigo Pickup and Acceleration

The MPI petrol engine has two variants which differ in power, torque, pickup and top speed. One has power of 44 kW @ 5000 rpm and torque of 95 Nm @ 3000- 4300 rpm which is capable in reaching 100 km in just 14.4 seconds at the top speed of 160 km/ h. Another one has power of 55 kW @ 6200 rpm and torque of 95 Nm @ 3000- 4300 rpm which is capable in reaching 100 km in just 13.2 seconds at the top speed of 171 km/ h. Both the engines are assembled with 5 speed manual transmission which makes it more effective and responsive.

Skoda Citigo Expected Interiors and Features

The Skoda has been known and perhaps always, proven and acclaimed to enrich their cars with superior quality interiors along with luxurious devices to make your ride a joyous and perhaps a comfortable one. The same can be expected from the all new and pretty much anticipated Skoda Citigo as well. The Interiors have been delivered with utmost luxurious and high quality upholstery matchless and very dignified to the name of the company. The terrific and super amazing front dash and panel with the ergonomic controls well illuminated and designed with sharp features look good and are very handy too.

The Skoda Citigo and its classy interiors would seem a perfect duo in welcoming. The Citigo has been given a superb and very sporty steering wheel that once again counts for the amazing and remarkable note in the interiors. The beautiful and very feasible touch of the leather and high fabric inside the car gives a pleasing sensation; moreover the color tone is equally brilliant. Good quality plastic such that in the dash along with the storage compartments makes its own way in the amusement. The instrument panel is a class of its own with illuminations like no other and the fancy integrated audio and stereo system looks top notch too. Moreover the seats are spacious and very comfy very much alike what can be expected from a Skoda design. The Skoda Citigo has ample legroom to comfort you with and overall delivers joyous ride through the city.

Skoda Citigo Exteriors and Features

The Ultimate Citigo will have eye catching exteriors with some extraordinary and vivid details. The Citigo is mastered with amazing looks with fine grille; ample of chrome along with peculiar headlamps gives a distinct picture. The various features include xenon headlamps, rear wiper, trip meter, rear defogger, headlamp washer, sun roof and auto headlamp. The body of the car has been designed quite elegantly and very gracefully, some excellent piece of craftsmanship can be clearly seen in the amazing class of a car such like the Citigo. The superior body colored graphics including bumpers, door handles etc. look terrific. The car can also be named as economical Green Tec version because of its green colour. The car is expected to have 3.56 m length, 1.6 5m width and height of 1.48 m.

Safety Features in Skoda Citigo

The Skoda Citigo has been carved out with very utmost care and perfection which not just confines to the style but also does justice to the safety measures ensured inside the car. The ABS with EBD finds the usual cause and the unique brake assist feature is something very delightful. The brake sense does automatic braking at the time of sensing very near vehicles thereby preventing unwanted damage and bruises to the car. The central locking system along with the keyless entry is yet another very significant feature of the car. The airbags for the driver and the co- driver are very preventive and act very firm as far as the prevention is concerned. The seat belts and the seats with the pretension control are superb as well.

Skoda Citigo Driving and Handling

The Skoda Citigo has an electric steering like no other and delivers a sheer powerful responsive. The transmission with amazing smoothness counts for higher and faster acceleration gaining higher speeds at an ease. The amazingly comfortable seats of the car are terrific as far as the relaxation is concerned. The brake assist and the fancy sensor system of the Citigo is exceptional and quite phenomenal in terms of limiting speeds and delivering an overall comfortable drive.

Skoda Citigo Accessories

The Skoda Citigo has an integrated audio and stereo system based in the 2 DIN shell. Other accessories might be available from the company stock well.

Skoda Citigo Conclusion

The Skoda Citigo has some really exquisite and exciting features to deal with and comes at an affordable and worthy price range.

*please note that the information given is just an estimation to what is being is expected from the car and it is subjective to changes in near future after the launch of the vehicle. Moreover, we bear no confirmations about the information mentioned above at the present moment.