2023 Skoda Karoq — Full Specifications
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The 2023 Skoda Karoq belongs to the Gen 1 generation, built 2017–present. 2023 was year 7 of its run. Model years from 2021 onward carry the mid-life facelift, so a 2023 car is a post-facelift example. Body styles: SUV. The engine range listed for this period includes 1.0 TSI Evo 110, 1.5 TSI ACT Evo 150, 2.0 TSI Evo 4x4 190, 2.0 TDI Evo 115 and more. Owners often keep a Skoda Karoq workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Gen 1 Generation: Engines & Body Styles
Skoda Karoq model years from 2017 belong to the same generation, with a mid-life facelift in 2021. The engines below are those listed for this generation in the 2023 period; availability varied by year, trim and market, so confirm the exact engine from the car's paperwork or the badge on the tailgate.
| Engine | Fuel | Displacement | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 TSI Evo 110 | Petrol | 1 L | 110 PS |
| 1.5 TSI ACT Evo 150 | Petrol | 1.5 L | 150 PS |
| 2.0 TSI Evo 4x4 190 | Petrol | 2 L | 190 PS |
| 2.0 TDI Evo 115 | Diesel | 2 L | 115 PS |
| 2.0 TDI SCR Evo 150 (incl. 4x4) | Diesel | 2 L | 150 PS |
| Body styles | SUV |
|---|---|
| Transmissions | 5-speed manual · 6-speed manual · 6-speed automatic (Aisin) · 7-speed DSG |
| Generation | Gen 1 (2017-) |
| Facelift | 2021 (2023 car is post-facelift) |
Generation, production years, engines and body styles compiled from Wikipedia; production dates can differ by market. Official fuel economy and CO₂ figures for UK cars are published by the Vehicle Certification Agency and vary by engine and test cycle (NEDC or WLTP), so we do not quote a single figure here.
Owner Essentials for the 2023 Skoda Karoq
Running Costs: 2023 Skoda Karoq
Running costs for a 2023 Skoda Karoq depend mostly on which engine it has, how it is driven and the insurance group of that trim. Look up the exact car's tax band and fuel figures from its registration on GOV.UK, and work out fuel spend with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2023 Skoda Karoq Safety Rating
Cars sold in the UK and Europe are crash-tested by Euro NCAP, not the US NHTSA, so there is no NHTSA star rating for the Skoda Karoq. Look the Skoda Karoq up on Euro NCAP's results page to see the star rating and the test year for this generation; ratings from different years use different criteria and are not directly comparable. To check a specific UK car for open recalls, use the GOV.UK vehicle recalls checker, and see our UK guide to checking a used car's history.
How It Compares
How does the Skoda Karoq compare to similar SUVs? At 1318 kg kerb weight, it's 231 kg lighter than the typical SUV in our data (1549 kg average). This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which generation is the 2023 Skoda Karoq?
The 2023 Skoda Karoq is part of the Gen 1 (2017-) generation, produced 2017–present. The facelift arrived in 2021, so a 2023 car is a post-facelift example.
What engines did the 2023 Skoda Karoq come with?
Engines listed for this generation include 1.0 TSI Evo 110 (petrol); 1.5 TSI ACT Evo 150 (petrol); 2.0 TSI Evo 4x4 190 (petrol); 2.0 TDI Evo 115 (diesel); 2.0 TDI SCR Evo 150 (incl. 4x4) (diesel). Not every engine was sold in every year or market, so check the car's V5C or handbook for the exact unit.
What body styles does the 2023 Skoda Karoq come in?
This generation was offered as: SUV.
What gearbox does the 2023 Skoda Karoq have?
Transmissions listed for this generation include 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic (Aisin), 7-speed DSG, depending on engine and trim.
How safe is the 2023 Skoda Karoq?
European-market cars are crash-tested by Euro NCAP rather than NHTSA. Search for the Skoda Karoq at euroncap.com/en/results to see the star rating and the test year for this generation.