18th March marks the date when Skoda will reveal its brand new compact SUV the Kushaq in India. But just days before the event Czech auto giant Skoda has listed the Kushaq on the website.
Till now we have seen the Skoda Kushaq being testing quite a few time and have also heard many rumours about its specifications. So let’s have a look at what we can expect out of the new compact SUV.
What’s under the hood?
- The new Skoda Kushaq is based on the new MQB A0 IN platform which also underpins the Volkswagen Taigun.
- Going by leading media reports we can expect the Kushaq to be offered with two turbo petrol engines.
- 1.0-litre TSI motor, generating 110ps of max power and 175Nm of pure torque and a 1.5-litre TSI engine.
- Both the engine options can also be seen in the current-gen rapid and T-Roc.
- The engines will come mated to a standard 6-speed manual transmission and an additional 7-speed DSG.
What else can we expect out of the new Skoda Kushaq, in terms of features?
- On the Inside, We can expect large touchscreen infotainment, a stand-alone element on the dashboard. The size of the screen can be 10-inch and will be supporting smartphone connectivity.
- We’ll also be getting the two-spoke steering wheel similar to one seen on the 2021 Skoda Superb.
- As for the storage options, you’ll be getting central storage, cupholders and glove box.
- On the outside, we will get to a full LED set-up accompanied by a redesigned chrome grille.
How much will it cost?
- As part of the most competitive compact SUV segment, we can expect it to be priced aggressively in order to go toe-to-toe with its active rivals including the Tata Nexon, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta and the Mahindra XUV500.
- This clearly indicates that it should fall in the ₹10-lakhs to ₹20-lakhs price bracket.
