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The facelifted version of Skoda's first India-specific compact SUV, launched 21 March 2026 with revised styling, a new digital cockpit and, on the 1.0 TSI, an 8-speed torque-converter automatic replacing the previous 6-speed unit. Shares its engines and mechanicals with the Volkswagen Taigun facelift.
Volkswagen Group's India-specific evolution of the MQB platform, developed jointly by Skoda and Volkswagen for the compact sedan/SUV lineup sold here since 2021 -- Slavia, Kushaq, Kylaq, Virtus and Taigun all share it.
Yes, the Skoda Kushaq is currently on sale in India.
How much does the Skoda Kushaq cost in India?
The Skoda Kushaq is priced from ₹10.69 Lakh to ₹18.99 Lakh (ex-showroom, as of 2026-03-21).
What platform is the Skoda Kushaq built on?
The Skoda Kushaq is built on the MQB-A0-IN platform, shared with the Virtus, Kylaq, Taigun, Slavia, Kushaq Pre-Facelift, Taigun Pre-Facelift, Slavia Pre-Facelift.
What engines does the Skoda Kushaq offer?
The Skoda Kushaq is offered with the 1.0 TSI EVO (115 PS) and the 1.5 TSI EVO (with Active Cylinder Technology) (150 PS).
What gearboxes are available on the Skoda Kushaq?
The Skoda Kushaq is offered with 6-Speed Manual and 8-Speed Torque Converter AT and 7-Speed DSG.
