2020 Skoda Superb Laurin & Klement Spotted At Dealership Ahead Of Its India Launch

A walkaround video posted on the Power Stroke PS youtube channel reveals the 2020 Skoda Superb L&K variant parked at one of the company's dealerships. The company is expected to launch the new luxury-sedan soon after the nation-wide lockdown has been completely lifted.

The 2020 Skoda Superb facelift was first showcased at the Delhi AutoExpo this year. The New Superb will be offered in two variants: Laurin & Klement (L&K) and Sportline. The facelift version of the luxury sedan features a number of cosmetic updates and added features, as compared to the outgoing model.

This includes the addition of a slightly updated front bumper, a refreshed front grille design, and a few trims finished in chrome all around. Additionally, the ‘Sportline' variant features a contrasting roof, blacked-out grille and ORVMs, a different alloy wheel design, an all-black interior theme with contrast red stitching.

On the inside, the 2020 Superb features few changes including a virtual cockpit (digital instrument cluster). It also features an updated infotainment system, and wireless charging; among others. Most of all, the Skoda Superb continues to offer premium luxury with an airy feel inside the cabin.

Speaking about the colours, the luxury ‘L&K' trim of the 2020 Skoda Superb comes with five paint schemes to choose from. This includes Lava Blue, Moon White, Business Grey, Magic Black and Magnetic Brown. While the ‘Sportline' trim is offered in three separate colours: Steel Grey, Moon White and Race Blue.

The 2020 Skoda Superb also features a new BS6-compliant 2.0-litre TSI turbo-petrol engine, which replaces the old 1.8-litre TSI unit on the Skoda Superb BS4 model. The 2.0-litre TSI engine produces 190bhp and 320Nm of torque, and comes mated to a seven-speed DSG automatic transmission unit as standard. The new sedan will be sold only with a petrol engine option, while the diesel powertrain will be permanently discontinued from the lineup.

In related news, the Skoda Octavia RS 245 has been a monstrous hit in the country. As a result, all 300 units that were allocated to Indian market have been sold out. Skoda has started to deliver the performance-sedan in the country.

44 units of the total 300 allocated units have been sold in Bengaluru, which translates to 33 per cent of RS 245s sold in one city. The Skoda Octavia RS 245 comes powered by a 2.0-litre TSI petrol engine that produces a maximum power of 242bhp at 6,700rpm, and peak torque of 370 Nm at 4,300rpm — here are more details.

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Like most manufacturers, Skoda have also resumed its operations after the nation-wide lockdown was partially-lifted across select cities in India. The Covid-19 pandemic has caused most brands to delay their product launch, however, with new Skoda Superb spotted at dealerships, the company is gearing up to launch and commence deliveries of the car to customers immediately.