The Kushaq recently got a major price cut, and a significant variant re-jig. Here's what's on offer now.
Published on Jun 20, 2024 01:38:00 PM
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The Skoda Kushaq range has seen quite a significant revision recently, with new names for variants, at new price points. For now, prices for the Kushaq midsize SUV start at Rs 10.89 lakh and go up to Rs 18.79 lakh, which is a considerable reduction compared to the Creta fighter’s earlier price range of Rs 11.99 lakh to Rs 20.49 lakh. Read on to find out what features are available with which variant, and at what price.
The previous variant line-up – Active, Ambition and Style – has been replaced by Classic, Signature and Prestige. The recently introduced Onyx trim continues to be available, as does the Monte Carlo. The entry-level Classic and Onyx trims only get the 115hp, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, with the latter also getting the 6-speed automatic option. The Signature, Prestige and Monte Carlo are available with the aforementioned 1.0 TSI, and the 150hp, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol that comes with 6-speed manual and 7-speed dual-clutch auto options.
| Skoda Kushaq prices (ex-showroom, India, in Rs, lakh) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Variant | 1.0 MT | 1.0 AT | 1.5 MT | 1.5 AT |
| Classic | 10.89 | - | - | - |
| Onyx | 12.89 | 13.49 | - | - |
| Signature | 14.19 | 15.29 | 15.69 | 16.89 |
| Monte Carlo | 15.60 | 16.70 | 17.10 | 18.30 |
| Prestige | 16.09 | 17.19 | 17.59 | 18.79 |
ARAI-rated fuel-efficiency figures for the 1.0 TSI are 19.76kpl (MT) and 18.09kpl (AT), while the 1.5 TSI delivers 18.6kpl (MT) and 18.86kpl (DCT). Interestingly, the Kushaq Monte Carlo is no longer the most expensive version of the SUV on sale, with the range-topping Prestige trim taking that honour.
Skoda offers four monotone colour options with the Kushaq – Candy White, Carbon Steel, Brillant Silver, Tornado Red and Lava Blue. The Brilliant Silver finish is also offered with a contrasting Carbon Steel roof. In addition, the Monte Carlo trim gets two exclusive dual-tone options – Candy White with a Carbon Steel roof, and Tornado Red with a Carbon Steel roof. Further, select variants also get a Matte finish option, along with a Deep Black choice.
Price: Rs 10.89 lakh
Engine: 1.0 TSI
Gearbox: 6-speed MT
Price: Rs 12.89 lakh-13.49 lakh
Engine: 1.0 TSI
Gearbox: 6-speed MT, 6-speed AT
Features over Classic
Price: Rs 14.19 lakh-16.89 lakh
Engine: 1.0 TSI, 1.5 TSI
Gearbox: 6-speed MT, 6-speed AT, 7-speed DCT
Features over Onyx
Price: Rs 15.60 lakh-18.30 lakh
Engine: 1.0 TSI, 1.5 TSI
Gearbox: 6-speed MT, 6-speed AT, 7-speed DCT
Features over Signature
Price: Rs 16.09 lakh-18.79 lakh
Engine: 1.0 TSI, 1.5 TSI
Gearbox: 6-speed MT, 6-speed AT, 7-speed DCT
Other than the Monte Carlo-specific decor (outside and in), the Prestige has the same safety and convenience features, along with an identical list of creature comforts. Despite that, the Kushaq Prestige is priced about Rs 49,000 higher.
Considering its new price point, starting prices for the Skoda Kushaq now undercut the Kia Seltos (Rs 10.90 lakh), Maruti Grand Vitara (Rs 10.99 lakh), Hyundai Creta (Rs 11 lakh), Volkswagen Taigun (Rs 11 lakh^), Toyota Hyryder (Rs 11.14 lakh*), and Honda Elevate (Rs 11.91 lakh*). The only midsize SUV with a starting price lower than the Kushaq’s is the MG Astor (Rs 9.98 lakh).
All prices, ex-showroom, India
*Ex-showroom, Delhi
^Limited period offer
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