
The VAG 2.0 “feature update” problem
This is honestly frustrating as an existing Skoda owner.
Kylaq launched with the Classic+ variant alongside the Kushaq launch, and it came with several features that made the package feel properly value-for-money. They also introduced the automatic transmission at a price point below ₹10 lakh ex-showroom something that wasn’t offered at launch.
Now, with the Kylaq Sportline launch, Skoda hasn’t really made a big deal about it, but they’ve quietly added Auto AC across the Kylaq range.
Imagine buying a car just 3 months ago, carefully comparing variants and deciding that you’re getting a good deal while accepting a few missing features because you can live without them.
And now look at the Kushaq facelift. At launch, they didn’t offer a 360° camera, despite it being a feature many buyers were specifically asking for. Based on what Skoda is doing with the Slavia, I honestly won’t be surprised if they quietly add the 360° camera later and call it an update.
And then suddenly, the same manufacturer starts adding those features to the newer cars.
How are existing owners supposed to feel?
I’m not saying manufacturers should never update their cars. Feature additions are normal with facelifts and model-year updates. But silently adding features within such a short period after launch leaves early buyers feeling like they were used as beta customers.
And I know exactly how much cost-cutting has gone into VAG 2.0 cars because I also own a Polo TDI. So when Skoda says certain features aren’t “essential” or aren’t needed, only to quietly add them later, it becomes difficult to take that explanation seriously.
At this point, buying a Skoda/VW at launch feels like you’re paying to find out what features they’ll decide to add three months later. 😡