Skoda Kodiaq Big Brake Kit Upgrade / TTSPORT Classic 5440
The Skoda Kodiaq is built around a 2.0T making 137kW (roughly 184hp) from 4,100-6,000rpm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission and a cabin that can be optioned to seven seats. It's a genuinely practical family SUV — but practical cars still need brakes that keep up when the vehicle is loaded down and moving fast. This owner swapped the stock front setup on a 19-inch-wheel Kodiaq for a TTSPORT Classic 5440 big brake kit.
The upgrade package: a TT5440 four-piston caliper, a TT330x28mm Dacromet-coated curved-vane rotor, and TTSPORT stainless steel brake lines — a front-axle refresh built to bolt onto the Kodiaq's existing 19-inch wheel fitment.
Vehicle & Kit Specs
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | Skoda Kodiaq, 2.0T / 7-speed DCT, 19-inch wheels |
| Front caliper | TTSPORT Classic 5440, forged four-piston |
| Front rotor | TTSPORT 330mm x 28mm, Dacromet-coated, curved-vane |
| Lines | TTSPORT stainless steel brake lines |
The 5440 caliper spec sheet below is the official reference for the exact part used on this build.
| Brake Caliper | |
|---|---|
| Series | Classic Series |
| Model / Application | 5440 |
| Axle Position | Front |
| Piston Count | 4-piston |
| Piston Type | Star-profile racing pistons without dust boots |
| Piston Diameter | 38 mm × 2 / 41 mm × 2 |
| Caliper Dimensions | L 276 mm × W 138 mm × H 80 mm |
| Total Piston Area | 49.1 cm² per caliper, all pistons combined |
| Manufacturing Process | Two-piece forged aluminum body |
| Net Weight | 2.65 kg per caliper, without pads |
| Surface Finish | High-temperature gloss coating |
| Recommended Wheel Size | 17 in or larger |
| Recommended Rotor Size | Ø330–345 mm × 28 mm |
| Fitment & Installation | |
| Minimum Spoke Clearance (mm) | 86 |
| Caliper Mounting Type | Radial mount with vehicle-specific caliper brackets |
| Brake Line Fitting Type | Vehicle-specific fittings; caliper-side and chassis-side fittings vary by application |
Up close, the finish reads deep gloss black rather than the flat, heavy black you'd expect — a detail that shows up well in photos and holds up under real heat cycling, not just paint on aluminum.
Why It Works
- The 5440's two-piece forged aluminum body resists the flex a stock floating caliper suffers under hard, repeated stops — that rigidity is what firms up pedal feel, not just bigger pads.
- The 330x28mm Dacromet-coated rotor adds mass and surface area over the stock disc, giving the system more thermal capacity before fade sets in.
- Sized correctly for the Kodiaq's weight and use case, the four-piston caliper cleared the factory fender liner and the stock 19-inch wheel with no trimming or spacers needed.
- Stainless steel lines replace the factory rubber hose, cutting down on the line expansion that contributes to a soft, long pedal stroke.
Installation Gallery
FAQ
Does the TTSPORT 5440 kit fit behind the Kodiaq's stock 19-inch wheels?
Why a 4-piston caliper instead of a 6-piston for an SUV like the Kodiaq?
What does the TTSPORT kit on this Kodiaq include?
Need fitment confirmation? Choose the closest TTSPORT series or send your vehicle, wheel size, and intended use before ordering.