Overview
- Skoda Auto Volkswagen India has started building the refreshed Kushaq at its Chakan (Pune) plant, with first customer handovers slated for March 2026.
- Bookings are open online and at dealerships with a Rs 15,000 token, and the official price announcement is expected in late February or early March.
- Comfort and tech upgrades include a segment-first rear-seat massage function, a panoramic sunroof, a 10.1-inch touchscreen with Google AI assistant, powered ventilated front seats, and a larger digital cluster.
- The SUV continues with 1.0- and 1.5-litre TSI petrol engines, adding a new 8-speed torque-converter automatic for the 1.0 alongside a 6-speed manual, while the 1.5 pairs with a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox.
- Safety equipment remains comprehensive with all-wheel disc brakes, six airbags and about 40 features, retaining a 5-star Global NCAP rating and omitting ADAS.