Ahead of its official launch, the 2018 Skoda Kushaq facelift has once again been sighted testing on Indian roads, showcasing significant design and function changes. The SUV, which is camouflaged, has a sportier bumper design, a redesigned grille, and a sharper front fascia with slimmer LED headlamps. The SUV is anticipated to have a new bumper design and connected LED tail lamps at the back for a more upscale appearance on the road. Subtle stylistic changes and new alloy wheel designs are also planned.
Skoda is working on making the Kushaq’s interior more luxurious and feature-rich. Improved ambient lighting, new upholstery, and a panoramic sunroof are all suggested by spy photos. A larger screen and new software are anticipated for the infotainment system, and the package may potentially include a 360-degree camera and a digital driver’s display. Furthermore, in the fiercely competitive mid-size SUV market, ventilated seats and linked auto technology are probably going to increase its allure.
The most significant change in terms of safety will be the addition of ADAS Level-2 functions, such as automated emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and lane-keep assistance. This would enhance the Kushaq’s already excellent 5-star Global NCAP rating and making it one of the safest SUVs in its class. Traction control, ESC, and multiple airbags will remain standard on all models.
It is anticipated that the Kushaq facelift will mechanically continue to use the same 1.5-liter and 1.0-liter TSI gasoline engines with both manual and automatic gearboxes. According to speculations, the 1.0-liter version might eventually switch to an 8-speed automatic gearbox for improved efficiency and smoother operation. In late 2025 or early 2026, the redesigned Kushaq is anticipated to make its debut, competing with the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, and Honda Elevate.
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