About the Skoda Karoq
Last updated Sep 28, 2025The new Skoda Karoq is a small SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $29,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $32,290 for the Base.
There is 1 variant of the Karoq available in Australia and this generation went on sale in May of 2018.
The Skoda Karoq is only available with an null motor that produces 110kW and 250Nm of torque. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2018 Karoq is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
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2018 Skoda Karoq Price
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 6-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $29,990 |
| 1.5L, 7-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $32,290 |
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2018 Skoda Karoq Specs
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2018 Skoda Karoq Dimensions
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2018 Skoda Karoq Fuel Economy
There are 2 different fuel economy figures for the Skoda Karoq
The most fuel efficient Skoda Karoq is the Base with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 1.5L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection and uses 5.7L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
| Skoda Karoq | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5L, 6-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | Premium Unleaded | 5.7 L/100km |
| 1.5L, 7-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | Premium Unleaded | 5.8 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Skoda Karoq?
The Skoda Karoq has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.
2018 Skoda Karoq Warranty
What is the warranty on a Skoda Karoq?
The Skoda Karoq offers a 5 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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Skoda Karoq FAQs
The cheapest Skoda Karoq is the Base that starts from $29,990.
The most expensive Skoda Karoq is the Base that starts from $32,290.
The best towing capacity of a Skoda Karoq is offered by the Base which can tow 1500 kg
The largest Skoda Karoq is the Base which measures 1841mm wide, 4382mm in length and sits 1603mm tall.
The most powerful Skoda Karoq is the Base which has 110kW of power from its 1.5L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Skoda Karoq is built in Czech Republic and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Skoda Karoq is the Base which weighs null kg (kerb weight).
The Skoda Karoq uses Premium Unleaded.