Skoda has started production of the updated Kushaq facelift at its Chakan plant in Pune. Its delivery will start from March 2026. Bookings are already open. The prices are going to be announced by the end of February. The estimated ex-showroom price could be between ₹11 lakh to ₹19 lakh. This is the first major update after the 2021 launch.
The new Kushaq adopts Skoda's 'Modern Solid' design language. The front has a bold grille, chrome accents, slim LED headlights and LED DRL light bar spread across the grille. There are new 17-inch alloy wheels and thick black cladding on the sides. The rear gets connected LED taillights, illuminated SKODA logo, new skid plate and spoiler. Panoramic sunroof is standard on top variants. Overall the look has become sharper and premium. Let us also look at its other details.
interior detail
The cabin layout is almost the same, but the materials and features are better. It gets leatherette seats, electrically adjustable front seats with ventilation, rear seat massager (a first feature in the segment). Features include 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system (wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay), 10.25-inch fully digital cluster (turn-by-turn navigation), 6-speaker Skoda sound system (subwoofer + amplifier), auto climate control and AI Companion (Google powered).
Features and safety
It has features like panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, wireless charging, cooled glove box, rain-sensing wipers, auto IRVM. Variants include Classic Plus, Signature, Sportline. Includes Prestige and Monte Carlo. Each variant has 6 airbags as standard, 25 active-passive safety features, ABS, EBD, traction control, cruise control, 360° camera (in top), front-rear parking sensors and rear disc brakes (in 1.5 TSI).
Engine and Mileage
Like before, it has been introduced with 2 engine options. The first 1.0 TSI engine produces 115 PS power and 178 Nm torque. You can buy it with 6-speed manual or the new 8-speed torque converter auto. ARAI claimed mileage is around 19.76 kmpl. Second, the 1.5 TSI engine produces 150 PS power and 250 Nm torque. It has been introduced with 7-speed DSG and active cylinder technology. Mileage is around 18 KMPl. The company has added a new 8AT 1.0 TSI to it, which will make driving more smooth.