Thursday, August 13, 2026

2026 Skoda Kushaq Facelift Variants Explained

The 2026 Skoda Kushaq facelift has recently been launched, with plenty of visual enhancements, several feature additions and an all-new automatic gearbox. All of this makes the SUV a more mature product than before. So, if you’re planning to bring home the new Kushaq and wondering what each variant brings to the table, fret not, we are here to help you.

Skoda Kushaq Classic+ (Base Model)

Engine Options1-Litre Turbo-Petrol with Manual1-litre Turbo-Petrol with Automatic
Ex-Showroom PriceRs 10.69 lakhRs 12.69 lakh
2026 Skoda Kushaq base model Classic+ price and features

Key Features: –

  • Exterior: LED headlamps, LED DRLs, LED fog lamps with cornering function (AT only), body colour side mirrors, LED taillamps with sequential indicators, matte black finish on B & C pillars, black roof rails, 16-inch alloy wheels, tailgate spoiler, and rear faux diffuser.
  • Interior: Black interiors, black & greige fabric seats, analogue instrument cluster with MID, leatherette steering wheel & gear knob (AT only), and foldable rear seats.
  • Comfort & Convenience: Automatic AC with rear AC vents, rain-sensing wipers, sliding front armrest, single-pane sunroof, adjustable headrests, cruise control (AT only), power-adjustable side mirrors.
  • Infotainment: 7-inch touchscreen infotainment with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and 6 speakers.
  • Safety: Six airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, hill hold control (AT only), rear parking sensors, rear wiper & washer, rear defogger, electronic differential lock and traction control.

Skoda Kushaq Signature

Engine Options1-Litre Turbo-Petrol with Manual1-litre Turbo-Petrol with Automatic
Ex-Showroom PriceRs 14.59 lakhRs 15.59 lakh
Premium over Classic++Rs 3.9 lakh+Rs 2.9 lakh
2026 Skoda Kushaq Signature price and features

Key Features (over Classic+): –

  • Exterior: LED Front Fog lamps with cornering function, 17-inch alloy wheels, connected taillamps with illuminated “Skoda” logo, rear fog lamps, shark fin antenna, and silver finish on roof rails & rear faux diffuser.
  • Interior: Black & beige interior theme with silver inserts, Front seatback pockets, leatherette finish on steering & gear knob, 7-inch digital cluster, 60:40 split rear seats, and parcel tray.
  • Comfort & Convenience: Keyless entry, cooled glovebox, rear centre armrest with cup holders, cruise control, power folding side mirrors, and wireless charging.
  • Infotainment: 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment, wireless connectivity support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and AI Assistant.
  • Safety: Hill hold control, front parking sensors, and rear parking camera.

Skoda Kushaq Sportline

Engine Options1-Litre Turbo-Petrol with Manual1-litre Turbo-Petrol with Automatic
Ex-Showroom PriceRs 14.74 lakhRs 15.74 lakh
Premium over Signature+Rs 15,000+Rs 15,000
2026 Skoda Kushaq Sportline price and features

Key Features (over Signature): –

  • Exterior: Dark chrome accents on door handles, gloss black finish on B- & C-pillars, black roof rails, gloss black finish on rear diffuser, and blacked-out alloys.
  • Interior: Black interior theme with frey trims and aluminium pedals.

Skoda Kushaq Prestige

Engine Options1-Litre Turbo-Petrol with Manual1-litre Turbo-Petrol with Automatic1.5-litre Turbo-Petrol with DCT Automatic
Ex-Showroom PriceRs 16.79 lakhRs 17.59 lakhRs 18.79 lakh
Premium over Sportline+Rs 2.05 lakh+Rs 1.85 lakh

Key Features (over Sportline): –

  • Exterior: Silver finish for roof rails, alloy wheels, & rear diffuser, and chrome ribs on front grille.
  • Interior: Black & beige theme with silver trims, beige coloured leatherette seats, and a 10.25-inch digital cluster.
  • Comfort & Convenience: 6-way powered front seats with ventilation function, panoramic sunroof, and massage function for rear seats.
  • Infotainment: 8-speaker Skoda-branded sound system with subwoofer & amplifier.

Skoda Kushaq Monte Carlo

Engine Options1-litre Turbo-Petrol with Automatic1.5-litre Turbo-Petrol with DCT Automatic
Ex-Showroom PriceRs 17.89 lakhRs 18.99 lakh
Premium over Prestige+Rs 30,000+Rs 20,000
2026 Skoda Kushaq interior and new features

Key Features (over Prestige): –

  • Exterior: Dual-tone body shade, gloss black side mirror, red strips on front grille, dual-tone alloy wheels, red brake callipers (1.5L variant only), and gloss black finish for rear diffuser.
  • Interior: Black theme with red inserts & red stitching, black leatherette seats, and aluminium pedals.

Skoda Kushaq: Engine Specifications

As mentioned above, Skoda has introduced a new 8-speed torque converter automatic gearbox option for the 1-litre engine, which is offered alongside the existing 6-speed manual transmission. On the other hand, the 1.5-litre engine option continues to be offered with the 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

Engine1-litre turbo-petrol engine1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine
No of Cylinders34
Max Power115 PS150 PS
Peak Torque178 Nm250 Nm
Transmission6-speed manual
and
8-speed automatic (NEW)
7-speed DCT
DrivetrainFWDFWD

Rivals

The Kushaq is pitted against the likes of Hyundai Creta, Tata Sierra, Maruti Grand Vitara & Victoris, Volkswagen Taigun, Toyota Hyryder, Kia Seltos, Honda Elevate, MG Astor, and the newly launched 3rd-gen Renault Duster.

New Skoda Kushaq Drive Impressions | Gagan Choudhary

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