Skoda Auto India has unveiled the facelifted Skoda Kushaq, aiming to turn up the heat in the crowded midsize SUV segment dominated by the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos. The updated SUV brings noticeable design tweaks, a longer features list, and added tech—while retaining the same engines and hardware. Pre-bookings are now open, with the launch slated for March.

Skoda has also introduced a new Monte Carlo top-spec variant focused on sportier styling. Buyers get a complimentary 4-year Super Care warranty, extendable to 6 years.

What’s New on the Outside?

The Kushaq facelift sharpens its road presence with:

• LED headlamps, LED fog lamps, and LED taillamps now standard

• Sequential rear turn indicators

• Illuminated grille light band and lit Skoda lettering/logo on top trims

• Alloy wheels standard across the range

The overall silhouette remains familiar, but the lighting and detailing add a more premium, modern look.

Interior & Features: Big Upgrades

Inside, the cabin sees meaningful enhancements:

• Larger digital instrument cluster; top trims get a 10.25-inch digital cockpit

• 25.6 cm touchscreen infotainment with a Google-powered AI companion

• 6-way electrically adjustable, ventilated front seats (select variants)

• Segment-first rear seat massager

• Leatherette upholstery on higher trims

• Sunroof standard; panoramic sunroof on higher variants

• Rain-sensing wipers, auto-dimming IRVM, rear wiper & defogger now standard

Engines & Performance (Unchanged)

Mechanical options stay the same:

• 1.0L TSI turbo-petrol: 113 bhp, 178 Nm

• 1.5L TSI turbo-petrol: 148 bhp, 250 Nm

• Gearboxes: 8-speed torque converter (new) and 7-speed DSG (engine-dependent)

• Platform: MQB-A0-IN

• All-wheel disc brakes now offered on 1.5L variants

Safety Focus

Safety continues to be a strong point:

• 5-star GNCAP rating

• Six airbags standard across all variants

• Front parking sensors added

• 40+ active and passive safety features on higher trims

Rivals

The facelifted Kushaq takes on a packed field, including the Creta, Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hybrid, Honda Elevate, Volkswagen Taigun, and MG Astor.

Bottom Line

With fresher styling, smarter tech, added comfort features, and strong safety credentials—while keeping its proven engines—the Kushaq facelift makes a compelling case for buyers considering the Creta–Seltos duo.