Skoda Kushaq Launches In India, Price Starts At Rs 10.50 Lakh

Skoda has launched its much-awaited Kushaq SUV in India at a starting price of Rs. 10.50 lakh. The car costs more than the Hyundai Creta. Let's know the features of the car.

Newly Launched Skoda Kushaq

Czech auto company Skoda has launched the Kushaq SUV in India at a starting price of Rs 10.50 lakh. The starting price of its second 1.5-litre TSI variant is Rs. 16.19 lakh. The Kushaq has been Skoda's most awaited compact SUV. It is made for India and has been built on the MQB A0 IN platform. Features

Kushaq is smaller car than Creta

The Kushaq is not a subcompact SUV but it is also a bit smaller than other compact SUVs like the Creta. Its length is 4225mm. The top-end variant gets 17-inch alloy wheels. The front of the Kushaq gets a bigger grille while the rear is similar to that of a crossover. Inside, the model comes with a typical two-spoke Skoda steering wheel but the analog dials are not as digital as the others. It also has a 10-inch touch screen. 

Features and Engine

The Kushaq has much more to offer with connected technology with a sunroof and ventilated front seats. The model also includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a valet mode, ambient light, cooled glovebox, USB Type C port, six airbags, rear view camera, ESC, and more. The Kushaq is powered by two petrol engines, with a 1.0-liter TSI engine starting at 115bhp. It gets either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic as standard. The Kushaq also gets the more powerful 1.5-lire TSI engine with 150bhp and will be available with either a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DSG. 

Launched in five color options

The Kushaq is available in three trims which include Ambition, Active, and Style. This SUV has been launched in the Indian market with five colour options namely Candy White, Brilliant Silver, Carbon Steel, Honey Orange, and Tornado Red.

The competitors

While the Skoda Kushaq competes with compact SUVs like the Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta, it will compete with the subcompact class of SUVs like the Maruti Vitara Brezza and Kia Sonet along with the Hyundai Venue and Tata Nexon to some extent. However, with the Creta starting at Rs 9.90 lakh, the Kushaq stands as a bit pricey. It remains to be seen how the market reacts to the launch of Skoda Kushaq.