The 2026 Skoda Kushaq Facelift Will Be Unveiled Today: Here’s What We Can Expect!

​Skoda Auto India is ready to pull off the wraps off the 2026 Skoda Kushaq Facelift today, creating a buzz among car enthusiasts with fresh energy into its bestselling compact SUV. The car was first launched in 2021, and this mid-life update arrives at a pivotal time, sharpening the Kushaq's edge against fierce rivals like the Hyundai Creta and the newly launched 2026 Kia Seltos.

The brand has just released a recent teaser that showcases a bolder design language reflecting a heavily reworked front fascia. With teasers hinting at premium touches, Skoda aims to keep the Kushaq at the forefront of India's cutthroat mid-size SUV arena. Here’s what we can expect from the upcoming 2026 Skoda Kushaq facelift.

New Exterior Design

The most important update might be with the design. As a recent teaser revealed, the all-new front fascia of the car has a slimmer, single-piece grille stretching wide, flanked by redesigned LED headlights featuring sharper lines and a full-width DRL strip. We can also expect new bumpers and alloy wheels to complete the modern sporty look.

To give a premium luxury look, the rear of the car might offer all-new connected LED taillamps linked via a chrome strip, paired with illuminated 'SKODA' lettering on the tailgate. However, the side profile of the car remains the same as the current generation.

Updated Interiors and Features

Along with the new exterior looks, the car might have a new feature-rich upholstery along with a new dashboard layout. Customers might experience a new inch touch-screen infotainment system and a fully digital driver’s display. Considering the trim levels, the brand can offer front passenger ventilated seats and premium leather upholstery options.

Talking about the safety, the car might offer Level-2 ADAS on higher trims, bringing adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, autonomous emergency braking, and traffic sign recognition. A 360-degree camera and wireless charging round out the tech suite, making it comfortable for its customers.

​2026 Skoda Kushaq Facelift: Same Engine Options Availability

Skoda is likely to bring the same engine options as offered in the current generation. The Kushaq facelift will be offering a 1.5L TSI petrol engine generating a power of around 115 HP along with 178 Nm of torque. Another engine will be a 1.5L TSI turbo-petrol engine that produces 150 HP of power and 250 Nm of peak torque.

For the 1.0L TSI engine, the brand will be offering a 6-speed manual transmission as standard, and a 6-speed automatic transmission might be available as an option. While for the 1.5L TSI turbo engine, we might expect only a 7-speed DSG gearbox, as manuals for the 1.5L powertrain have been dropped by the manufacturer.

Also Read: 2026 Skoda Kushaq Facelift Teases Ahead of Official Launch, New Design Edges Revealed

Pricing and Launch

Bookings kick off today at noon, with sales firing up soon after. Expect prices from Rs 11 lakh to Rs 19.5 lakh (ex-showroom) in India. Deliveries should roll out within a month. For Skoda, this refresh cements the India 2.0 strategy, blending European build with Indian demands.

Conclusion

This Kushaq evolution promises to thrill drivers who value dynamics and detail. Auto analysts will watch how it stacks up in showrooms and whether it could reclaim the sales throne. Stay tuned for drive impressions.