Skoda launches Yeti 4×2 in two variants, price starts at Rs. 13.46 lakh

Skoda Auto India have launched the 4×2 version of its Yeti SUV. Although an accomplished SUV, which is equally good on the road, the Yeti wasn’t finding many takers primarily due to the high price of its 4×4 variant, and probably because of its unconventional looks. Skoda have removed one stumbling block by introducing a cheaper variant for the car.

The 4×3 version of the Yeti will be available in two variants – Active and Ambition, priced at Rs. 13.46 and 14.32 lakh respectively. Unlike what most of you guys would think, the changes made to the Yeti 4×2 do not restrict themselves only to the transmission, as the engine on the 4×2 variant is also a less powerful version of the 2.0 liter TDI unit. While the 4×4 version of the car features a 140bhp / 320 Nm version of the engine, both the 4×2 variants come with a 110bhp / 250 Nm version of the engine – much like the entry level Laura, which is less powerful than the higher spec variants.

Another change made to the Yeti 4×2 over the 4×4 is the gearbox. The 4×2 variant will have a five-speeder unit unlike the 4×4’s six speed box. Other changes include a lighter weight (98kg) and a smaller fuel tank (55 liters, against 4×4’s 60-liter tank). The ARAI certified fuel efficiency for the car is 17.72kmpl, which is great for a vehicle in this segment.

Here’s a detailed technical specification sheet to let you know all the changes made to the car

Technical specifications	2.0 TDI CR/81 kW	2.0 TDI CR/103 kW
Engine
Engine type	Turbocharged diesel engine, turbocharger with self-aligning blades, in-line, liquid cooling system, high-pressure direct injection system, 16V DOHC, transverse in front	Turbocharged diesel engine, turbocharger with self-aligning blades, in-line, liquid cooling system, high-pressure direct injection system, 16V DOHC, transverse in front
Cylinders	4	4
Displacement [cm3]	1968	1968
Max. power/revs [kW(bhp) at rpm]	81(110)/4200	103 (140) /4200
Max. torque/revs [Nm at rpm]	250/1500-2500	320/1750–2500
Fuel consumption – rule 115 of CMVR [kmpl]		17.7
Transmission
Wheel drive	Front wheel drive	Permanent four-wheel drive with automatic torque distribution, Haldex clutch
Transmission	Manual 5-speed fully synchronized	Manual 6-speed fully synchronized
Chassis
Front axle	McPherson suspension with lower triangular links and torsion stabiliser
Rear axle	Multi-element axle, with one longitudinal and three transverse links, with torsion stabiliser
Braking system	Hydraulic dual-diagonal circuit braking system vacuum assisted with Dual Rate system
Brake – front	Disc brakes with inner cooling, with single/piston floating caliper
Brake – rear	Disc brakes
Steering system	Direct rack and pinion steering with electro mechanic power steering
Wheels	7.0J×16
Tyres	215/60 R16
Outside dimensions
Length [mm]	4223
Width [mm]	1793
Height [mm]	1691
Wheel base [mm]	2578
Ground clearance [mm]	180
Inside Dimensions
Storage capacity [l]	416
Storage capacity with rear seatback folded down [l]	1485
Storage capacity with rear seats removed [l]	1665
Weights
Kerb weight [kg]	1445	1543
Gross weight [kg]	1960	2075
Liquids
Tank capacity [l]	55	60
Performance
Turning circle diameter [m]	10.0