Skoda Kushaq Facelift: If you’re looking for an SUV that’s a perfect blend of ruggedness and luxury to rule Indian roads, Skoda has a magical gift for you. Skoda has officially launched its most popular SUV, the Kushaq Facelift, in India, with a starting ex-showroom price of ₹10.69 lakh. This new avatar features revolutionary changes like a panoramic sunroof for the first time and a modern 8-speed automatic gearbox, setting it miles ahead of other segment players.
This powerful vehicle, which competes directly with powerful vehicles like the Tata Safari and Hyundai Creta, not only looks more modern than before, but its safety rating puts it at the forefront of India’s safest family cars, offering a unique example of luxury and reliability.
Exterior and Side Look
The Kushaq captivated everyone with its styling from its debut in 2021, but this new facelifted model for 2026 looks even more striking and captivating. Its front profile now features slimmer headlamps with new signature DRLs that emit a magical glow in the dark. A striking gloss black grille and a new LED light strip connecting the two headlights give it a distinctly premium stance on the road, making it a head-turner.
The biggest change in the side profile is evident in its newly designed 17-inch alloy wheels, which make it sportier and more rugged than ever before. Its boxy shape and black plastic cladding give it the rugged look of a true off-roader, inspiring confidence even on rough terrain.
Interior and Comfort
Step inside the cabin, and you’ll feel a luxurious and opulent feeling as Skoda has paid special attention to the quality and finish of the interior. The dashboard is adorned with a beautiful dual-tone finish of black and beige, giving the cabin a premium, lounge-like feel. The biggest and most captivating feature is the new panoramic sunroof, which ensures a vibrant flow of light and fresh air into the cabin, creating a magical open-air experience.
For tech enthusiasts, a 10.25-inch digital driver display and an updated 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with an AI assistant will make every journey magical with music and entertainment, and seats with a massage function will instantly soothe long-distance fatigue.
Engine and Performance
On the engine front, Skoda has retained the power of its reliable 1-liter and 1.5-liter turbo petrol TSI engines, but a major technical change has been made. The 1-litre turbo petrol engine now comes with an all-new 8-speed torque converter automatic gearbox, replacing the old 6-speed gearbox, which provides magical smoothness in both city traffic and highway traffic.
The powerful 1.5-litre engine, as before, comes with a 7-speed DCT gearbox, which is a wonderful and magical gift for speed lovers. No compromise has been made on safety either, as it is equipped with magical safety shields like 6 airbags, disc brakes on all wheels, and hill hold assist, which ensures a safe and reliable journey for your family every moment.
