Skoda Kushaq Launched In India, Priced From Rs. 10.50 Lakh

Czech carmaker Skoda has finally launched the Kushaq, a compact SUV with a starting price of Rs. 10.50 lakhs (ex-showroom). 

The Hyundai Creta rival is the first car developed by Skoda under its India 2.0 programme. It is available in three variants: Active, Ambition, and Style. 

The Skoda Kushaq is based on the MQB-A0-IN platform and features crisp styling on the outside, including LED lights, 16- or 17-inch wheels depending on the model, roof rails, a rear spoiler, and chrome highlights. 

Inside the cabin the Skoda Kushaq features a touchscreen (7- or 10-inch units) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Bluetooth connectivity, SmartLink, a touch control panel for the Climatronic system, ambient lighting, USB-C ports, wireless smartphone charger, auto-dimming IRVM, electric sunroof, and more.

It comes with two engine options: a 1.0-litre turbocharged 3-cylinder motor producing 115 PS and 175 Nm of torque and a 1.5-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder unit generating 150 PS and 250 Nm of torque.

Both engines can be had with a 6-speed manual transmission, or a 6-speed torque converter automatic with the 1.0L engine and a 7-speed DSG with the larger 1.5L unit.

Safety features include (up to) 6 airbags, ESC (standard on all models), TPMS, Hill Hold Control, Multi-Collision Brake, ISOFIX mounts, and much more. 

The Skoda Kushaq comes with a 4-year/1-lakh-kilometer warranty that can be extended to 6-years/1.50-lakh-kilometers. The car also comes with a two-year components warranty, a two-year battery warranty, a three-year paint warranty, a six-year corrosion warranty, and up to nine years of extended roadside support. 

Deliveries for the Kushaq will start from 12th July, and Skoda Auto India currently has 120 sales outlets in 85 locations across India. The company plans to expand to 150 touchpoints by the end of 2021.

Skoda Kushaq On-Road Price in Delhi