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Skoda Kushaq facelift will gain visual revisions and a more premium cabin while the 1.0L and 1.5L turbo petrol powertrains will continue
Skoda’s steady climb in the local market owes much to the success of the Kushaq and Slavia duo. The Kushaq, in particular, has played a pivotal role in reviving the brand’s presence in the midsize SUV segment since its launch over four years ago. Now, the Czech automaker is preparing to give its popular SUV a comprehensive mid-life update.
Camouflaged test prototypes of the facelifted Kushaq have been undergoing trials across various regions in India. The refreshed model is expected to hit showrooms either by the end of this year or in the early months of 2026 – bringing a series of cosmetic and feature enhancements to keep it competitive amid growing rivalry in the hotly contested space.
The Kushaq facelift will likely retain its familiar silhouette while adopting sharper styling cues inspired by newer global Skoda models. Expect redesigned bumpers, a new front grille, tweaked LED headlamps and tail lamps and a set of new 17-inch alloy wheels as you could see in the latest image and previously we showed you pictures of it spied alongside the updated Taigun.
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The updated Skoda Kushaq will continue to be underpinned by the heavily localised MQB A0 IN platform. While its overall proportions are expected to remain familiar, the facelifted version could gain subtle yet significant upgrades such as sequential turn indicators and a more premium cabin with improved surface materials and revised trims.
The 2026 Skoda Kushaq may also get a new dashboard and centre console layout. The feature list will also expand – headlined by the inclusion of a Level 2 ADAS suite. Other highlights are a larger touchscreen, an all-digital driver’s display, a 360-degree camera system, panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats at the front and powered driver seat.
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Under the hood, the facelifted Skoda Kushaq will continue with the tried-and-tested 1.0-litre three-cylinder and 1.5-litre four-cylinder TSI turbo petrol engines that have served it well. The smaller unit delivers 115 PS and 178 Nm of torque while the larger motor develops a punchier 150 PS and 250 Nm.
Transmission choices are expected to remain unchanged as a six-speed manual, a six-speed torque converter automatic for the 1.0L and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic (DCT) for the 1.5L variant could be retained.
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