Škoda Auto produces one-millionth Karoq at Kvasiny plant
Škoda Auto has built its one-millionth Karoq SUV, a milestone for the brand's third SUV model launched in 2017 and a key vehicle at its Kvasiny plant.
- 1,000,000
- 301,500
- 73%
- around 60
What Happened
“Since production began in 2017, the Škoda Karoq has become an established part of our portfolio and an especially important model for the Kvasiny plant. Reaching the one-million mark reflects the commitment and teamwork of many people over the years. I would like to thank all colleagues in Kvasiny for their dedication, as well as our social partner KOVO for our long-standing, constructive and trus”
The Karoq was launched in 2017 as Škoda's third SUV model and quickly gained popularity worldwide. It is now available in around 60 markets, with customers choosing from petrol engines (1.0 TSI, 1.4 TSI, 1.5 TSI, 2.0 TSI) and a 2.0 TDI diesel, ranging from 85 to 140 kW, with front- or all-wheel drive. 73% of customers opt for an automatic transmission, while 27% choose manual. The largest markets are Germany, the Czech Republic, and the United Kingdom.
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The Karoq has earned several accolades, including the Red Dot Award for Product Design, the 2018 Car of the Year title in the Czech Republic, and the Best Value Family SUV award at the 2023 What Car? Awards. The Kvasiny plant, one of the region's largest employers, is undergoing continuous modernization, with a paint shop upgrade planned for this year to improve quality and allow advanced paint materials.
Why this matters
The one-millionth Karoq underscores the model's popularity and its importance to Škoda's SUV lineup, which now includes nine SUVs out of 14 model series. The milestone reflects the dedication of the Kvasiny workforce and the plant's role as a major regional employer. Production of the next-generation Karoq is planned for late 2027/early 2028, ensuring continued relevance.
Terms in This Story
- TSI
- Turbocharged Stratified Injection – a gasoline direct injection engine technology used in Škoda vehicles.
- TDI
- Turbocharged Direct Injection – a diesel engine technology known for fuel efficiency and torque.
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