The 2026 Skoda Kushaq refresh shows up once more, hinting at big changes in style and features for its mid-cycle overhaul. Since the Kushaq helped Skoda bounce back in India, this update brings sharper looks, extra tech bits, along with a fancier interior – all without ditching the reliable engines it already uses.
The new Kushaq will keep its usual shape but go bolder, taking cues from recent Skoda designs. Pics from test drives reveal an updated front bumper, tail lights that link across the back, along with a revamped grille and adjusted LED headlights. Look for 17-inch alloy wheels redesigned, turn signals that sweep in sequence, plus an updated rear underguard – adding freshness while holding on to its classic SUV vibe.
Design with Sharper Styling
Interior Upgrades and More Features
Inside, the updated Kushaq should feel more upscale thanks to fresh seat fabrics, new interior shades, or a reworked dash design. Skoda might add a bigger central screen, a full digital instrument panel, an openable roof stretching across the cabin, even cooled front seating. But the real standout’ll be Level 2 ADAS – new for this model – alongside a surround-view camera setup plus an electric driver seat adjuster. All these tweaks ought to keep the car strong against rivals piling on tech in the busy compact SUV market.
Engine and Gearbox Options
Under the hood, the updated Kushaq sticks with its current engines – a 1.0L three-cylinder turbo petrol making 115 PS and 178 Nm, while the bigger option’s a 1.5L four-pot turbo unit serving up 150 PS and 250 Nm instead. For shifting gears, expect the same choices: six-speed stick shift or automatic with the small motor, whereas the 1.5L keeps its seven-speed dual-clutch setup unless skipped. Still, Skoda could swap in a revised gearbox for the smaller engine, boosting both punch and fuel returns along the way.
Expected Launch Timeline
The updated Skoda Kushaq should show up around late 2025 or maybe early 2026. It’ll stick with the MQB A0-IN platform while taking on rivals like the Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, Volkswagen Taigun, along with the Honda Elevate.
The Kushaq refresh probably keeps the same guts – yet thanks to noticeable styling tweaks, a fancier interior, along with smart features such as ADAS, it could end up being Skoda’s most complete India upgrade so far.
