Skoda Kushaq was recently launched in India in June 2021. The SUV from Skoda is built on the MQB A0 IN platform and has been fairly successful as the bestselling SUV for Skoda. In this article, we will discuss variants and features offered with the 2022 Skoda Kushaq.

Skoda Kushaq Design

2022 Skoda Kushaq

Skoda has placed the Kushaq in the most competitive C-SUV segment which is currently dominated by Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos. The Kushaq gets the signature Skoda grille, clear headlights and DRL that make the car look bigger when glanced from the front. The roof is flat and not arched with an upright C-pillar like proper SUVs. The rear of this car looks decent for an SUV.

Engine

2022 Skoda Kushaq

The Skoda Kushaq is offered with two engine options – 1.0-litre TSI and 1.5-litre TSI engines. The 1.0-litre TSI engine produces 114bhp & 178Nm of torque. The 1.5-litre TSI engine, on the other hand produces 148bhp & 250Nm of torque. Buyers get the choice of a six-speed manual and a seven-speed automatic dual-clutch transmission to choose from.

Variants Explained

2022 Skoda Kushaq

The Skoda Kushaq is offered in three variants – Active, Ambition, and Style. Let’s discuss the features and engine options these variants have to offer.

Skoda Kushaq Active

2022 Skoda Kushaq

Active is the base variant of the Skoda Kushaq. This variant comes powered by the 1.0-litre TSI engine with six-speed manual transmission. The SUV gets 16-inch steel wheels with covers, manual-folding ORVMs, halogen headlamps with DRLs, LED taillights, body-colored door handles, black roof rails, black skid plates, matte black finish on B-pillar & C-pillar, seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system, black fabric seats, manual AC, two-spoke steering wheel, tilt and telescopic adjustable steering, six-speaker sound system, all four power windows, front armrest with storage, basic MID in the instrument cluster, 12V power socket and remote locking.

In terms of safety, the Kushaq gets dual airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, electronic stability control (ESC), multi-collision braking, brake disc wiping, electronic differential lock system (EDS) and ISOFIX child seat mounts.

Skoda Kushaq Ambition

2022 Skoda Kushaq

The Ambition variant of the Kushaq is offered with the 1.0-litre TSI engine with an option of a six-speed manual and a seven-speed automatic dual-clutch transmission to choose from. In addition to features offered in the Active variant the Ambition variant gets the following features – 16-inch single-tone alloy wheels, LED headlamps with DRLs, front fog lamps with cornering function, electrically foldable ORVMs, silver roof rails, silver skid plates, rear wiper, and defogger, 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, automatic climate control, paddle shifters and hill hold control (offered in automatic transmission only).

The Kushaq also gets black fabric seats with centre stripes, leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, ambient lighting, larger 3.5-inch MID, height-adjustable driver’s seat, cooled glove box, front scuff plates, dead pedal, USB-C charging sockets at the front and rear, rear AC vents, 60:40 folding rear seats, rear centre armrest, rearview camera, dual horn and child lock for power windows.

Skoda Kushaq Style

2022 Skoda Kushaq

The Style variant is the top-end variant of Skoda Kushaq. This variant gets 1.0-litre TSI and 1.5-litre TSI engines along with manual & automatic transmission. The 1.5-litre TSI engine comes with a Active Cylinder Deactivation feature. The Style variant gets the following features in addition to the Ambition variant.

17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, full LED tail lamps, door handles with chrome inserts, gloss black finish on B-pillar and C-pillar, window and trunk chrome garnish, auto headlamps and wipers, follow-me-home headlamps, ventilated front seats, black & grey leather upholstery, wireless phone charger, six-speaker sound system with subwoofer, single-pane sunroof, auto-dimming IRVMs, keyless entry with push-button start, curtain and side airbags (with manual transmission only), tyre pressure monitoring system (manual transmission only) and anti-theft alarm.

Latest Updates

2022 Skoda Kushaq

Due to the rising cost of materials and transportation, Skoda has raised the prices of this SUV in India. Maruti Suzuki, Toyota, and Hyundai are other carmakers that have also hiked the prices of their vehicles. The Skoda Kushaq started from Rs 10.79 lakh to Rs 18.00 lakh (ex-showroom)before the price hike. Now, the Skoda Kushaq will be starting from Rs 10.99 lakh to Rs 18.19 lakh (ex-showroom). Also, Skoda has recently removed auto-folding ORVMs from all its variants.

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  • When is Skoda Kushaq 2022 launch expected? Currently we do have only 2021 model of Kushaq being sold