Skoda Kushaq vs Mahindra Thar Comparison

Carbike360 comprehensive Skoda Kushaq and Mahindra Thar comparison based on price, specifications, fuel efficiency, features, and more.
Skoda Kushaq Classic Plus Petrol 1.0L Turbo Manual is priced at ₹10.69 Lakh, Mahindra Thar AXT Diesel MT RWD is priced at ₹9.99 Lakh.
Skoda Kushaq Classic Plus Petrol 1.0L Turbo Manual comes with 999 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Direct fuel distribution engine, Mahindra Thar AXT Diesel MT RWD comes with 1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Single-point fuel distribution engine.

Skoda Kushaq vs Mahindra Thar Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Skoda Kushaq	Mahindra Thar
Engine Capacity	999 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Direct fuel distribution	1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Single-point fuel distribution
Power	114 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm	130 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Transmission	Manual - 6 Gears	Manual - 6 Gears
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel

Skoda Kushaq

₹ 10.69 Lakh

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Mahindra Thar

₹ 9.99 Lakh

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Ex-Showroom Price

10.69 Lakh

9.99 Lakh

EMI

₹19,739

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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₹18,446

@ 8.5% for 5 years

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User Rating

4.5

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NCAP Rating

Colors

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No of Rows

2 Rows

Bootspace

385 (with Bootroof), 491 (without Bootroof), 1,405 (Rear Seats Folded) litres

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Seating Capacity

5 Person

4 Person

Doors

5 Doors

3 Doors

Fuel Tank Capacity

50 litres

47 litres

Roof Rails Load Capacity (Kg)

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Frunk Storage

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Drivetrain

FWD

4WD

Fuel Type

Petrol

Diesel

Alternate Fuel

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Driving Range

983 km

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Max Motor Performance

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Engine Type

1.0 TSI

D117 CRDe

Engine

999 Cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Direct Fuel Distribution

1497 Cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Single-point Fuel Distribution

AC Regular Charging

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Top Speed

185 kmph

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Range

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Emission Standard

BS6 Phase 2

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

114 Bhp @ 5000-5500 Rpm

130 Bhp @ 3750 Rpm

Max Torque (Nm@rpm)

178 Nm @ 1750-4500 Rpm

300 Nm @ 1600-2800 Rpm

Electric Motor Assist

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Turbocharger / Supercharger

Turbocharged

DC Fast Charging

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Others

Idle Start/Stop

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Battery

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Performance on Alternate Fuel

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Highway Mileage

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Mileage (ARAI)

19.66 kmpl

15.2 kmpl

Battery Charging

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Electric Motor

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Transmission

Manual - 6 Gears

City Mileage

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Acceleration (0-100 kmph)

11 seconds

14.3 seconds

AC Fast Charging

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Ethanol Compatibility

E20

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Idle Start/Stop

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Clutch Type

Dry (Single Plate)

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Differential Lock

Electronic

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Paddle Shifters

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Pure Electric Driving Mode

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No. of Cylinders

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Valves Per Cylinder

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Gearbox

6-Speed

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Acceleration (0-100 kmph) Claimed

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14.3 seconds

Max Engine Torque (Nm@rpm)

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300 Nm @ 1600-2800 Rpm

Wheelbase

2651 mm

2450 mm

Width

1760 mm

1820 mm

Ground Clearance

155 mm

226 mm

Length

4229 mm

3985 mm

Height

1612 mm

1850 mm

Kerb Weight

1232 - 1265 kg

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Gross Weight

1650

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Ground Clearance (unladen)

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Front Brake Type

Disc Brakes

Disc

Four Wheel Steering

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Wheels

Alloy Rims

Steel Rims

Spare Wheel

Steel (R15)

Steel

Front Tyres

205 / 60 R16

245 / 75 R16

Rear Tyres

205 / 60 R16

245 / 75 R16

Minimum Turning Radius

5.3 metres

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Front Suspension

McPherson Suspension With Lower Triangular Links And Stabiliser Bar

Independent Double Wishbone With Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar

Steering Type

Power Assisted (Electric) Steering With 2 Spokes (Multi-Function Steering Wheel)

Power Assisted (Hydraulic)

Rear Brake Type

Drum Brakes

Drum

Rear Suspension

Twist Beam Axle

Multilink Solid Rear Axle With Coil Spring & Stabiliser Bar

Chassis Type

Unibody/Monocoque Frame

Ladder Frame

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

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Digital Steering Wheel

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Tyres

Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres

Radial - Tubeless Tyres

Frequency Selective Damping (FSD)

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Steering Gear Type

Rack & Pinion

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Alloy Wheels Color

Grus

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Puncture Repair Kit

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Regenerative Braking

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Tyre Construction

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Radial - Tubeless

Body Kit

Cladding - Black/Grey

Roof-mounted Antenna

Sunroof / Moonroof

Electrically Adjustable (Single Pane)

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Body-coloured Bumpers

Rub - Strips

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Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Contrast Roof

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Spoiler

Yes (Body Colored)

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Roof Rails

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Roof Rails Color

Black

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Exhaust

Single Pipe

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Diffuser

Yes (Front & Rear - Black Grained)

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Grille Design

Black

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B & C Pillar Cover

Matt Black

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Window Garnish

Black

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Grille Decorative Element

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Badging on Fender

SKODA

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Exclusive Badging in Rear

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Trunk Garnish

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Sporty Red Brake Calipers

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Cladding

Side Armoured Cladding In Black

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Wheel Covers

Not Required

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Antenna

—

Engine Immobiliser

Central Locking

Remote With Boot Opener

Remote

Child Safety Lock

Yes (Rear Door & Window Locking)

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Speed Dependent Auto Door Locks

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Folding Rear Seat

Flat (100% Without Split)

Flat

Split Third Row Seat

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Ventilated Seat Type

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Third Row Seat Type

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Rear Row Seat Adjustment

2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)

Split Rear Seat

50:50

Ventilated Seats

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Third Row Seat Adjustment

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Driver Seat Adjustment

8 Way Manually Adjustable (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down, Seat Height Up / Down)

Rear Armrest

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Interiors

Dashboard & Door Trim: Black, Dashboard & Door Décor (Equipments): Black Grained, Seats Trim : Combination Woven Pattern Black & Greige

Single Tone

Headrests

Front & Rear

Front Seatback Pockets

Front Passenger Seat Adjustment

6 Way Manually Adjustable (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down)

Interior Colours

Black

Rear Passenger Seat Type

Bench

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Driver Armrest

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Seat Upholstery

Premium Full Fabric

Vinyl

Massage Seats

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Front Scuff Plates

Inscription With Kushaq

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Height Adjustable Front Seatbelts

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Smart Clip Ticket Holder on A pillar

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Utility Recess on the Dashboard

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Reflective Tape on all Doors

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Smart Grip Mat in front cupholder for one hand bottle operation

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Mobile Pocket in front seat back pockets

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Airvents Finish

Black

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Coat Hooks on rear roof handles

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Rear Parcel Tray / Rear Parcel Shelf

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Adjustable Headrest

Front & Rear (Three Height Adjustable)

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Rear Seat Headrest

Adjustable

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Second Row Seat Adjustment

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2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest Up / Down)

Lane Departure Prevention

—

High-beam Assist

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Puncture Repair Kit

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Rear Middle Head Rest

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Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt

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Seat Belt Warning

Airbags

6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)

2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)

NCAP Rating

5 Star (Global NCAP)

4 Star (Global NCAP)

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Dashcam

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Overspeed Warning

1 Beep Over 80kmph, Continuous Beeps Over 120kmph

Rear Cross-traffic Assist

—

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)

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Lane Departure Warning

Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

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Child Seat Anchor Points

Blind Spot Detection

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Emergency Brake Light Flashing

Seat Belt With Pretensioners & Load Limiters

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ISOFIX

Rear Seats With Top Tether

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Rear Collision Assist

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Rollover & Protection System

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Lane Functions

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Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

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Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS)

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Cornering Brake Control (CBC)

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Dual Tone Horn

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Heated ORVM

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Perimetric alarm system

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Anti Theft Alarm

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Collapsible Steering Column

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Multi-collision Brake

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Clutch Lock

—

ADAS

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Seatbelts

—

Brake Disc Wiping

—

Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt

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Door Pockets

Front & Rear

ORVM Colour

Body Coloured

Black

Interior Door Handles

Black Door Handles Finish, Pull Handles Type

Black

Rear Windshield Blind

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Rain-sensing Wipers

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Soft-close Door

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One Touch Up

Bootlid Opener

Electric Tailgate Release

Internal

Power Windows

Front & Rear

Front Only

Rear Defogger

Side Window Blinds

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Exterior Door Handles

Body Coloured Door Handles & Pull Handle Type

Black

Rear Wiper

Turn Indicators on ORVMs

Yes (LED)

Optional

Adjustable ORVMs

Internally Adjustable

Scuff Plates

Front

One Touch Down

Inside Rear View Mirror (iRVM)

Auto Dimming

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Outside Rear View Mirrors (ORVMs)

Yes (Body-Coloured)

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Adjustable ORVM

Electrically Adjustable

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Rear Wiper Washer

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Memory ORVMs

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Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

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Anti-glare ORVMs

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Foldable ORVM

Manual

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Electrically Foldable ORVMs

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ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)

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Interior Door Handles Finish

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Black

Exterior Door Handles Finish

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Black

Power Windows Position

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Front Only

Apple CarPlay

Wired

DVD Playback

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Smart Connectivity

Android Auto (Wired), Apple Car Play (Wired)

Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)

Speakers

Touchscreen Size

7 inch

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USB Compatibility

Front

Gesture Control

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Bluetooth Compatibility

Yes (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming)

Android Auto

Wired

Internal Hard Drive

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Voice Command

AUX Compatibility

Steering-mounted controls

AM/FM Radio

Wireless Charger

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Display Screen for Rear Passengers

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Display

3.5 Inch Instrument Cluster

Head Unit Size

Not Available

iPod Compatibility

Integrated (in-dash) Music System

GPS Navigation System

Subwoofer

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Amplifier

—

Tweeters

—

USB Type

Type-A

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Audio System

6 Speakers

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Smartwatch Connectivity

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Voice Assist

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Image And Video Play Back

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AI Assistant

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Inbuilt Connectivity via Dongle

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Connected Car Technology

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Infotainment Screen

7 Inch Touch Screen Display

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Infotainment Screen Size

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Average Speed

Instantaneous Consumption

Clock

Digital

Tachometer

Digital

Analogue

Low Fuel Level Warning

Trip Meter

Electronic 2 Trips

2 Trips Electronic

Gear Indicator

Adjustable Cluster Brightness

Door Ajar Warning

Distance to Empty

Shift Indicator

Heads Up Display (HUD)

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Average Fuel Consumption

Instrument Cluster

3.5 Inch Instrument Cluster

Analogue - Digital

Speedometer

Digital

Digital & Analog

Infotainment System

7 Inch

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Head Up Display (HUD)

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Instantaneous Fuel Consumption

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Instrument Cluster Screen Type

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Analogue - Digital

Warranty (In Years)

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)

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Warranty (In Kilometres)

100000

Unlimited

Battery Warranty (In Years)

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Warranty (Years)

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3 Years

Warranty (Kilometres)

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Unlimited Km

Cup Holders

Front Only (2)

Front Only

Third Row Cup Holders

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Cooled Glovebox

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Sunglass Holder

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Driver Armrest Storage

Cooled Glove Box

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Glove Box

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Bottle Holder in Doors

All Doors (1 Liter)

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Storage Box below Front Centre Armrest

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Bag Hooks in luggage compartment

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Umbrella Storage

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Cup Holders Position

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Front Only

Keyless Start/ Button Start

Umbrella Storage in Door

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Anti-glare Mirrors

ORVMs

Manual - Internal Only

Front AC

Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control

Steering Adjustment

Manual Tilt & Telescopic

Tilt

Electronic Parking Brake

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Heater

Cruise Control

Air Conditioner

Automatic Climate Control (Single Zone Front-row AC Zone, Common Fan Speed Control Front AC Fan Speed Control, Blower Rear AC Zone, Rear AC Vents)

Yes (Manual)

Third Row AC Zone

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Headlight and Ignition On Reminder

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12V Power Outlets

Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors

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Parking Sensors

Rear

Air Purifier

PM 2.5

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Parking Assist

Visual Display

Heated/Cooled Cup Holders

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Rear AC

Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest

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Cabin Boot Access

Extendable Sun Visor

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Infrared Cut Glass

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Fuel Fillers Lid

Manual

Dashcam

—

Reverse Parking Camera

—

Remote Parking with Key

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Rear AC Vents

—

Roof-Grab Handles

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Collapsible Grab Handles

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Driver Rear View Monitor (DRVM)

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Video Recording

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Adjustable Steering

Height & Reach

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Keyless Entry

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Height Adjustable Driver Seat

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Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

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Air Conditioner- Automatic/Zones

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Manual

Roof-Grab Handle Front

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Taillights

LED

Fog Lights

—

Cabin Lamps

Front And Rear

Centre

Light on Vanity Mirrors

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Rear Reading Lamp

Ambient Interior Count

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Automatic Headlamps

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Cornering Headlights

Glovebox Lamp

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Headlight Height Adjuster

Puddle Lamps

—

Ambient Interior Lighting

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Headlights

LED Projector

Halogen

Daytime Running Lights

LED (Single Bar Design(SBT))

LED

Cornering Foglamps

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Automatic Head Lamps

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Tail Lights

LED

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Connected LED

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Rear Fog Lamp

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Stop Lamp

—

Interior Lamps

LED

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Welcome and Goodbye Animation

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Illuminated Logo

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Glove Box Lamp

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Boot Lamp

—

Illuminated Pattern

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Footwell Illumination

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Sequential Turn Indicators

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Cabin Lamps Position

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Centre

Reading Lamp

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Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

Hill Hold Control

Four-Wheel-Drive

Manual Shift - Lever

Differential Lock

Electronic

Ride Height Adjustment

Front Seats

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Hill Descent Control

Brake Assist (BA)

Limited Slip Differential (LSD)

Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)

Brake Sway Control

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Brake Disc Wiping

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All Disc Brakes

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Motor Slip Regulation (MSR)

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Brakes

Disc Brake (Front), Drum Brake (Rear)

Disc (Front), Drum (Rear)

Multi Collision Braking (MKB)

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Kushaq Comparison with similar cars

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Pros And Cons

Pros

Cons

Skoda Kushaq

✓Peppy engines and sharp handling make daily drives enjoyable.
✓Generous legroom, supportive seats, and smart storage for easy family use.
✓5-star rating with 6 airbags standard - peace of mind on every trip.
✓Panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, rear massage, and smooth auto options from lower trims.
✓Tough European quality that feels built to last.

Mahindra Thar

✓Rugged, macho design with strong street and road presence.
✓Offers more usable features and improved everyday convenience.
✓Powerful and responsive turbo-petrol engine; refined performance.
✓Available with petrol and diesel options plus 6-speed manual or automatic gearbox.
✓Excellent off-road capability with shift-on-the-fly 4x4 and low range.
✓Advanced tech: brake-based differential locking, auto-locking rear differential, and off-road gauges.
✓Gets a large 10.25-inch touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and built-in navigation.
✓Better noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) control for a more refined drive.