Skoda Kushaq SUV: Variants Explained

The new Skoda Kushaq has been finally launched in India with prices starting at Rs. 10.50 lakh (ex-showroom). The compact SUV comes in three trims - Active, Ambition and Style. It's the first model to be built on the Volkswagen Group's MQB-A0-IN platform. Under the hood, the Skoda Kushaq SUV is being offered with a choice of two petrol engines - a 113 bhp 1.0-litre TSI and a 148 bhp 1.5-litre four-cylinder TSI. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual, a 6-speed automatic, and a 7-speed DSG. The Kushaq competes against the likes of the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and Renault Duster among others. Here's a quick breakdown of what each variant has to offer.

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The Skoda Kushaq is underpinned by the MQB-A0-IN platform.

Skoda Kushaq Active Variant

Skoda signature grille with chrome surround

Halogen headlamps with Skoda Crystalline DRLs

16-inch steel wheels with wheel covers

Skoda piano black fender garnish with chrome outline

Rear parking sensors

Crystalline LED tail lamps with reflective lamp

Anti-glare outside rear view mirror

Dashboard with grained and textured decor

7-inch Skoda Infotainment system

6-speakers

Premium honeycomb decor on dashboard

Black gloss dashboard line

Front arm rest with storage

Central door locking with speed sensor

Driver and front passenger airbags

ISOFIX for rear seats

Chrome ring on the gear knob

Black gloss AC vents

ABS, ESC & EBD

Multi Collision Braking

Hill Hold Control

Brake Disc Wiping

Roll Over Protection

All-new 2 spoke steering wheel with chrome scroller

12V power socket in front console

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The Skoda Kushaq compact SUV gets a premium well-appointed cabin

Skoda Kushaq Ambition Variant

The Skoda Kushaq Ambition is priced at Rs. 12.79 lakh for the manual variant and Rs. 14.19 lakh (all prices ex-showroom) for the automatic variant. In addition to all the features from the base Active trim, the Ambition variant also offers:

Silver roof rails

16-inch alloy wheels

Parktronic sensor at rear

Front scuff plates with Kushaq inscription

Black fabric seats with dual colour sporty center stripes

Multi Collision Braking

Sunglass holder in roofliner

Cruise control

Dashboard with Painted decor insert

Chrome decor for interior door handles

Chrome trim on AC vents and insert on steering wheel

Ambient interior lighting - Dashboard and Door handles

60:40 rear foldable seats with centre armrest

Rear view camera with static guidelines

10-inch infotainment system with Skoda Play Apps

Wireless SmartLink – Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

MySkodaConnect inbuilt connectivity

Climatronic Auto AC with control touch panel and AirCare function

Two USB-C sockets in front for data and charging

The Skoda Kushaq is offered with a choice of two petrol engines - a 1.0 TSI and a 1.5 TSI

Skoda Kushaq Style Variant

The Skoda Kushaq Style trim is priced from Rs. 14.59 lakh for the manual variant, going up to Rs. 17.59 lakh (ex-showroom) for the 1.5 DSG variant. In addition to all the features from the Ambition trim, the Style trim also adds:

17-inch alloy wheels

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (MT only)

Curtain airbags (MT only)

Front side airbags (MT only)

Chrome highlights on front bumper air intake

Silver side armoured cladding

Window chrome garnish

Trunk chrom garnish

Automatic front wiper system with rain sensor

Auto dimming interior rear view mirror

Anti-Theft Alarm

Electric Sunroof

Wireless Charging

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Ventilated black leather front seats with perforated grey design

Skoda sound system with 6 high performance speakers and subwoofer