Engineering:Škoda Kushaq

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Short description: Subcompact crossover SUV
Škoda Kushaq (Pre-Facelift)
Overview
ManufacturerŠkoda Auto
Production2021–present
AssemblyIndia: Chakan (Škoda VW India)
Vietnam: Quảng Ninh (Thanh Cong Group)[1]
DesignerDalibor Pantůček
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact crossover SUV (B)
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
PlatformVolkswagen Group MQB A0 IN
RelatedVolkswagen Taigun
Volkswagen T-Cross
Škoda Kamiq
Powertrain
Engine
  • Petrol:
  • 1.0 L TSI 115 I3
  • 1.5 L TSI 150 I4
Transmission6-speed manual
6-speed automatic
8-speed automatic(Facelift)
7-speed DSG
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,651 mm (104.4 in)
Length4,221 mm (166.2 in)
Width1,760 mm (69.3 in)
Height1,612 mm (63.5 in)

The Škoda Kushaq is a subcompact crossover SUV (B-segment) manufactured by the Czech automaker Škoda Auto in India since 2021. The vehicle is heavily based on the Volkswagen T-Cross and its derivative for the Indian market, the Volkswagen Taigun. The name 'Kushaq' was derived from the Sanskrit word 'Kushak', which means 'King' or 'Emperor'.[2]

Overview

Škoda Vision IN

The vehicle was previewed as the Vision IN Concept in February 2020. The production model debuted in 18 March 2021 as the first product from Škoda Auto Volkswagen India’s "India 2.0 project".[3][4] The car is built on the Volkswagen Group MQB A0 IN platform dedicated for Indian market and closely related with the Volkswagen Taigun.[5] It is manufactured at Škoda's manufacturing plant in Chakan, Maharashtra, India.[3]

The Kushaq in India is available with two petrol engine options, which are the entry-level 1.0-litre three-cylinder TSI producing 115 PS (113 hp; 85 kW) and a 1.5-litre four-cylinder TSI with 150 PS (148 hp; 110 kW).[6][7] The 1.0-litre engine is available with 6-speed manual and 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox options, while the 1.5-litre TSI unit, is available with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic option and formerly, a 6-speed manual. The 6-speed manual transmission for the 1.5 TSI unit was discontinued in September 2024.[8] Both the engines are produced at Škoda's Chakan plant.[3] The Kushaq contains 95% local parts.[9]

In May 2022, Škoda released the Monte Carlo edition for the Kushaq.[10]

Facelift (2026)

The Kushaq facelift was unveiled on 20 January 2026. It gets a completely revised exterior. It gets rear wiper and washer, 17-inch alloys, a larger 10.1-inch infotainment system with integrated Google Gemini and OTA (over-the-air) updates, rear ac vents, rear charging ports, automatic climate control and a single-pane electric sunroof (higher variants get panaromic sunroof) as standard. The car now gets a red-coloured rear illuminated SKODA badging on the tailgate and segment-first features like rear massaging seats for enhanced passenger comfort.[11]

The car gets a 10.25-inch digital driver's display, 6-way electrically-adjustable seats, wireless charging pad, cooled glovebox, push-start button, leatherette upholstery and ventilated front seats in terms of convenience features.[11]

In terms of engines, the same 1.0 TSI and 1.5 TSI engine options are carried over while the car receives a new 8-speed torque-converter automatic transmission for the 1.0 TSI unit, replacing the previous 6-speed option whereas the 6-speed manual transmission and the 7-speed DSG gearbox remain unchanged.[11]

Other markets

Brunei

As the follow-up of the reintroduction of Škoda Auto brand in Brunei, Škoda Auto's distributor in Brunei, TCY Motors unveiled the Kushaq, offered in Ambition and Style variants powered with 1.0-litre TSI petrol engine mated with 6-speed automatic and other Škoda cars on 24 January 2024.[12]

Middle East

In 2023, Škoda started exports of the Kushaq for the Middle East.[13]

Vietnam

The Kushaq was launched in Vietnam on 28 June 2025, with two variants: Ambition and Style, it is powered by the 1.0 TSI turbocharged petrol engine.[14]

Powertrain

Petrol engines
Model Displacement Valvetrain

configuration

Valves Power Torque Transmission Top Speed Acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)

1.0 TSI 999 cc I3 inline-3 DOHC 12 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) 175 N⋅m (129 lb⋅ft) 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic 189km/h

(117mph)

9.7 s
1.5 TSI 1,498 cc I4 inline-4 DOHC 16 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) 7-speed DSG 204km/h

(127mph)

7.9 s

Safety

The Škoda Kushaq is equipped as standard with six airbags, anti-lock brakes, i-Size anchorages, ESC (electronic stability control), multi-collision brakes, a claimed high-strength steel structure, front and rear seatbelt pretensioners and three-point seatbelts with adjustable head restraints for all passengers. The top-spec 'Style' trim level is additionally equipped with a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS). At launch, side and curtain airbags and the tyre pressure monitor were not available on cars equipped with an automatic transmission, but this has since been corrected.[15]And later in September 2024, all variants got 6 airbags as standard.

Template:Global NCAP In October 2022 the Kushaq was independently rated for safety by Global NCAP 2.0 (similar to Latin NCAP 2016) crash-testing a Volkswagen Taigun at Volkswagen's expense, and scored five stars for adult and child occupant protection, the first car to do so under the organisation's new assessment protocols. In the frontal offset test, protection of all body regions was good or acceptable, except for the driver's left tibia. In the side mobile barrier and pole tests, protection of the driver's chest was rated marginal, and protection of the driver's abdomen was rated acceptable in the side pole test. The Kushaq could pass minimum European regulatory requirements for electronic stability control and pedestrian protection.[16]

Sales

Year Production
2021 16,291
2022 26,648[17]
2023 27,760[18]

References

  1. ↑ "Next internationalisation milestone: Škoda Auto and regional partner and investor, Thanh Cong Group, open plant to assemble Škoda Kushaq and Slavia in Vietnam" (Press release). Czechia: Škoda. 27 March 2025. Retrieved 2 October 2025.
  2. ↑ "Skoda's upcoming SUV for India is the Kushaq" (in en-US). https://www.autocarpro.in/news-national/skoda’s-upcoming-suv-for-india-is-the-kushaq-78154. 
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 "Production-spec Skoda Kushaq revealed" (in en). https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/production-spec-skoda-kushaq-revealed-420254. 
  4. ↑ "ŠKODA VISION IN" (in en-com). http://www.skoda-auto.com/news/news-detail/vision-in. 
  5. ↑ "Skoda Vision IN will be launched as Kushaq, will face off vs Creta and Seltos" (in en). 2021-01-07. https://auto.hindustantimes.com/auto/cars/skoda-vision-in-will-be-launched-as-kushaq-will-face-off-vs-creta-and-seltos-41609997718654.html. 
  6. ↑ "ŠKODA KUSHAQ ushers in a new era for the brand in India" (in en-GB). 2021-03-18. https://www.skoda-storyboard.com/en/models/watch-the-premiere-of-the-indian-skoda-kushaq-suv/. 
  7. ↑ "First drive: 2021 Skoda Kushaq prototype review" (in en). https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/first-drive-2021-skoda-kushaq-prototype-review. 
  8. ↑ "2021 Skoda Kushaq revealed for India with Euro look, spacious interior" (in en-gb). https://uk.motor1.com/news/495353/2021-skoda-kushaq-reveal/. 
  9. ↑ Mahendra, Arpit (2021-06-28). "Has Skoda outpriced itself in India with the overpriced Kushaq?". https://www.financialexpress.com/auto/car-news/has-skoda-outpriced-itself-in-india-with-the-overpriced-kushaq-simply-not-clever-hyundai-creta-kia-seltos-variants-prices/2279785/. 
  10. ↑ "Skoda Kushaq Monte Carlo Edition launched at ₹15.99 lakh" (in en). 2022-05-09. https://auto.hindustantimes.com/auto/cars/skoda-kushaq-monte-carlo-edition-launched-at-rs-15-99-lakh-41652085286654.html. 
  11. ↑ 11.0 11.1 11.2 "Skoda Kushaq Facelift launched in India: New design, premium interior, 8-speed automatic added" (in en). 2026-01-20. https://www.indiatvnews.com/auto/skoda-kushaq-facelift-launched-in-india-new-design-premium-interior-8-speed-automatic-added-2026-01-20-1026666. 
  12. ↑ "Introducing new SUV, sedan at Škoda's Lambak showroom" (in en). 2024-01-26. https://borneobulletin.com.bn/introducing-new-suv-sedan-at-skodas-lambak-showroom. 
  13. ↑ Singh, Shreyash (2022-10-06). "Skoda Commences Exports Of Its Made-In-India Kushaq To Foreign Markets, Records Sales Of Over 3,500 Units In September In India" (in en). https://www.cardekho.com/india-car-news/madeinindia-skoda-kushaq-is-now-being-exported-to-foreign-markets-29761.htm. 
  14. ↑ Đức, Minh (2025-06-28). "Skoda Kushaq ra mắt Việt Nam: Giá từ 599 triệu đồng, 2 bản, trang bị nội thất xịn, bản 'base' có ADAS cạnh tranh Yaris Cross, Xforce" (in vi). https://autopro.com.vn/skoda-kushaq-ra-mat-viet-nam-gia-tu-599-trieu-dong-2-ban-trang-bi-noi-that-xin-ban-base-co-adas-canh-tranh-yaris-cross-xforce-177250627163146079.chn. 
  15. ↑ "Skoda Kushaq 1.5 Style AT with 6 airbags to launch in November". https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/skoda-kushaq15-style-at-with-six-airbags-to-launch-in-november-422424. 
  16. ↑ "VW Taigun and Skoda Kushaq first to achieve 5 stars in Global NCAP's updated crash tests" (in en-GB). 2022-10-14. https://www.globalncap.org/news/vw-taigun-and-skoda-kushaq-first-to-achieve-5-stars-in-global-ncaps-updated-crash-tests. 
  17. ↑ "Annual Report 2022". Volkswagen. https://annualreport2022.volkswagenag.com/divisions/volkswagen-passenger-cars.html. 
  18. ↑ "Annual Report 2023". Volkswagen. https://www.volkswagen-group.com/en/publications/more/annual-report-2023-2671. 

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