Skoda is introducing a new flagship equipment grade option for its Kodiaq large SUV.

The Kodiaq L&K will be available with a choice of 193hp diesel or 204hp petrol engines – both with four-wheel drive – or a 204hp petrol plug-in hybrid.

Standard equipment will include 20in alloy wheels, metallic paint, running boards, leather interior trim, electrically adjustable front seats with ventilation, massage and memory functions, heated rear seats, a heated windscreen, adaptive cruise control, an area-view camera system remote park assist, lane keeping, traffic jam assist, a head-up display, and a Canton sound system.

Orders for the Kodiaq L&K will open on 17 December, priced at £48,985 for the plug-in hybrid version, £51,460 for the petrol, and £53,230 for the diesel.