Škoda Auto Volkswagen India has achieved a significant milestone with its popular sub-4-meter SUV, the Škoda Kylaq. In January 2026, just over a year after its launch, the company produced its 50,000th Kylaq unit at the Chakan plant, highlighting the growing demand for the model in the Indian market. This achievement comes as a testament to the success of the Kylaq, which has quickly become a key driver of Škoda’s growth in India and contributed to the brand’s best-ever annual sales in 2025.
The rapid rise of the Kylaq reflects the increasing popularity of compact SUVs in India, especially those that combine premium features with practical design. Škoda has focused on delivering a high-quality, locally made product, and the Chakan plant has played a pivotal role in meeting the growing demand. To accommodate this surge, the company increased production capacity at the facility by 30 percent, ensuring that customers across the country can access the model without long waiting periods.
The success of the Kylaq also underscores the impact of the “Make in India” initiative, with increased localization and manufacturing efficiency enabling Škoda to offer competitive pricing while maintaining global standards. Buyers have responded positively to the SUV’s design, features, and performance, which together make it a strong contender in the highly competitive compact SUV segment.
Crossing 50,000 units in just over a year is a remarkable feat for any automaker, and for Škoda, it signals both brand strength and market acceptance. With continued demand and ongoing efforts to expand production and enhance features, the Kylaq is expected to remain a cornerstone of Škoda India’s portfolio and a benchmark for future growth in the country’s fast-growing SUV market.