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Skoda Australia has given the Karoq small SUV its MY21 update, which focuses on technology upgrades, but they naturally come at a cost.
As before, the Karoq is available in two variants, with the entry-level 110TSI now priced from $34,590 plus on-road costs, up $1600, while the flagship 140TSI Sportline has jumped $1300, to $41,290.
For the extra spend, though, both versions now feature Skoda’s latest MIB III multimedia system, wireless Apple CarPlay support and a new flat-bottom sports steering wheel with a three-spoke design, while the 140TSI Sportline has also added heated front seats.
That said, some standard equipment has been removed from the small SUV, including its rear door sills, cargo nets and LED torch in the boot.
Nonetheless, Skoda Australia claims $450 worth of value has been added to the 110TSI, while the 140TSI Sportline’s bang for buck has improved by $950.
As reported, the Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX-30 and Volkswagen T-Roc rival was last updated in March when its range was completely rejigged.
For reference, the front-wheel-drive 110TSI is powered by a 110kW/250Nm 1.4-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder engine, while the all-wheel-drive 140TSI Sportline steps up with a 140kW/320Nm 2.0-litre unit.
The former is mated to an eight-speed torque-converter automatic transmission, while the latter is matched to a seven-speed dual-clutch item.
2021 Skoda Karoq pricing before on-road costs
| Variant | Transmission | Cost |
| 110TSI | automatic | $34,590 (+$1600) |
| 140TSI Sportline | automatic | $41,290 (+$1300) |
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