Latest Update: Skoda Auto India has finally launched the MY2024 Kushaq with six airbags as a standard offering, starting from the base model. The new 2024 Slavia starts at Rs. 11.64 lakh and Kushaq is priced at 11.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Even before the introduction of 6 airbags as a standard feature, both Slavia and Kushaq scored 5 stars in the Global NCAP crash tests conducted in 2022.
know more about this all-wheel drive capable e-SUV: 2024 Skoda Slavia and Kushaq Launched in India; 6 Airbags is Now a Standard Offering; Details
Key Highlights
Introduction
Skoda Kushaq is a midsize segment SUV designed and developed by Skoda for the Indian market. It shares its underpinnings and platform with VW Taigun.
Variant and Colour
Customers have the choice of 5 different colours in Skoda Kushaq i.e. BRILLIANT SILVER, CANDY WHITE, CARBON STEEL, TORNADO RED & HONEY ORANGE. Also, one can choose between 3 different variants i.e. Active, Ambition and Style.
Seating Capacity and Boot Space
Skoda Kushaq can accommodate 5 people and can carry 385 litres of luggage in its boot.
Fuel Type and Mileage
Skoda Kushaq comes with 2 engine options, i.e. a 1 litre 3 cylinder TSI petrol and a 1.5 litre 4 cylinder TSI petrol. The ARAI claimed mileage of Kushaq petrol manual is 19.76 Km/l and petrol automatic is 19.76 Km/l.
Transmission
Skoda Kushaq’s both engines i.e. 1 litre 3 cylinder TSI petrol and 1.5 litre 4 cylinder TSI petrol can be paired with a 6 speed manual gearbox. For auto transmission, the 1 litre engine gets a 6 speed torque converter and the 1.5 litre engine gets a 7 speed DSG auto.
Safety Features
Skoda Kushaq along with Volkswagen Taigun scored the highest in the Global Ncap crash test. Both scored 5 stars in adult as well as child occupant protection. On the features front, Skoda Kushaq offers active safety features like ABS, EBD, brake assist, ESP, traction control, hill hold, TPMS, brake disc wiping, etc. Moreover, 6 airbags are also available in the Skoda Kushaq.
Dashboard and Entertainment Features
Skoda Kushaq comes loaded with features like 10 inch infotainment touchscreen, rear AC vents, auto climate control, a 7 inch digital instrument cluster, wireless phone charger, wireless android auto/apple carplay, sunroof, front ventilated seats, etc.
Ground Clearance and Dimension
Skoda Kushaq measures 4,225 mm in length, 1,760 mm in width and 1,612 mm in height. Moreover, it offers a ground clearance of 188 mm.
Rivals
Skoda Kushaq competes in the mid size SUV segment with rivals like Hyundai Creta, Kia Sonet, MG Astor, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, Citroen C3 Aircross etc.
