It’s a crowded market, small SUVs competing hard to gain ground across India, with every manufacturer trying to bring revised versions to market as quickly as possible. Not every revised model makes an impact, but the Škoda Kushaq does manage to take a step forward, built to last, designed to look neat and European, and driving well. But to keep up with the competition, Škoda Auto has brought the 2026 Kushaq revised model.
The changes are minor outside, but you will notice them when you are up close. Comfort works well behind the scenes, no fuss, no mess. The power options are familiar but tweaked slightly to notice. Safety sits up front as expected, with the basics available even at the lowest level. Those who prefer function over flair will probably hear what they want to hear. It’s not loud, not boastful, but gets stronger where it matters.
This revamped model boasts a more modern look, even if nothing has changed on the inside. The power options are still the same as those on the prior model. The foundation of the car is the same as the last model. The design changes are minor but allow it to stand out slightly more. The design changes inside are clever and allow it to keep up with what others are offering. The competition will not be surprised when they look under the bonnet. The looks are improved, though. The performance options are the same as last year. The face of the car has changed.
If you look closely at the changes, the new Kushaq has minor but significant styling differences from what it used to be. The front of the car has been revised to new contours, giving it a new face when you look at it. The interior design has been changed to allow for more deliberate design. The performance of the displays has been improved significantly, with internal changes working behind the scenes. The cushions to the side of the steering wheel are more prominent when things go wrong.
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A Clearer, More Modern Appeal
The new Kushaq is here, and it does not hesitate to boast about its updates. Earlier, the Kushaq had managed to turn heads with its bold winged grille and sharp LED headlights that sliced menacingly through the front.. As competitors emerged, the Kushaq toned down its aggressiveness somewhat, though never at the expense of its defining characteristics.
For the 2026 model, the Kushaq design has been sharpened, giving the car a more defined edge. It looks wider and taller, and the grille is now in the spotlight, with the bright bar placed boldly at the center. There are subtle horizontal strips that run along the length, giving the car a hint of sophistication.
The LED headlights burn with purpose, throwing out light and commanding attention first. Its face is defined by sharp lines, with daylight-running strips slicing through the grille to improve night-time visibility in style. The overall look is fresh and grounded, never relying on gimmicks or tricks. Turn to the rear, and the Kushaq continues to look fresh.
There, too, you’ll see a continuous strip of LED lighting, something that you’re increasingly seeing in modern-day SUVs. It not only adds width to the Kushaq but also a sophisticated, natural luster that looks effortless, never forced. Right out, the updated Kushaq looks sharper, like it has arrived at just the right moment. Beside it, the older model looks a little out of date, like it has forgotten to change its wardrobe.
The interior feels both new and refined, utilizing new materials without losing its fundamental character
There have been some changes to the front area, but the fundamental character remains the same. It’s been tweaked in subtle ways that encourage the sense of being inside to go in a different direction. Comfort develops slowly, and it takes a new form.
Behind the wheel, your gaze comes to rest upon a screen instead of gauges. Gone is the old combination of needles and digital displays, replaced by something new and clean. Everything’s been updated to make the details clearer and easier to grab when needed. Each look feels updated, tweaked in a way that’s been shifted without ever saying a word.
Craving for a whiff of fresh air? The glass continues to rise higher, stretching towards the heavens. It’s one of those things to consider when buying a car. The more glass there is at the top, the better it will breathe and will not be as cramped as the previous models.
Backseat riders aren’t forgotten, especially in the Prestige and Monte Carlo models, where built-in massage comes as a first in its class. It’s added a new dimension to comfort beyond polished surfaces, making the ride feel smoother as the seats move in sync with you instead of remaining stationary.
At night, the interior gets a new dimension as the mirror automatically adjusts. The cloth seats have been updated to a new, sharper look, and subtle changes can be found in quiet corners without ever shouting but adding up to a new shape to the room.
A touch of fresh tech and everyday comfort
The Kushaq gets a mild facelift, with small details that make driving moments easier. Small changes fine-tune comfort from the moment you sit in. Over time, they fine-tune a more relaxed drive for long distances. Smooth changes make driving moments easier.
A 10.1-inch screen is placed in front, with no size changes but a sharper flow of information. Updates are done in the background, keeping it updated without any delays. Connecting your phone is now more connected, pairing in quickly and smoothly. From outside, doors, climate control, and other functions now wake up, thanks to small changes done in the background. From outside, nothing has changed, but from inside, thoughts have grown sharper. It looks more carefully. It is ready more quickly.
A touch of moisture and the wiper blades now swipe instantaneously. The road now speaks sooner, thanks to new sensors that were missing in the past but are now present. A new type of compressor is placed in the car. From inside, it now changes shape on the fly. It now handles cooling in fewer jerks, maintaining cool temperatures and using less power. All thanks to small changes done in the background.
Safety Takes the Lead in Its Class
Škoda’s cars have been built to provide excellent protection to their occupants from the very beginning. The Kushaq continues in this tradition. It has five-star crash test results like its predecessors, both old and new. It therefore remains at or near the top of the safety charts in its class. It therefore provides excellent protection to its occupants. It has a strong and well-designed body that can withstand impacts. It also goes through rigorous crash tests. It therefore provides reliable protection when it counts.
On the road, the car comes equipped with six airbags, stability control, and a tire pressure monitoring system. These systems operate in the background, not in isolation but in unison. Safety comes not from individual systems but from their integration. It’s like the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Safety is something that comes about when all systems are moving together in harmony. It is almost as if it is not even present, it is so smooth. It is as if each component is supporting all the others, and it is a true team effort.
In the newer version, there are front parking sensors and some additional safety features. There are no Level 2 ADAS features. Reliability is provided by robust construction and in-built safety, creating a strong core where the frame remains rigid.
Engine and Mileage: Steady Results
Under the hood, the updated Kushaq continues to use the tried and tested turbo petrol engines. A new face, yes, but the engines remain the same. In the cabin, things remain the same too. Reliable engines doing their job, updates coming and going, but under the hood, the updated Kushaq continues to use the same tried and tested turbo petrol engines.
The updated Kushaq gets a new face but continues to use the tried and tested turbo petrol engines. In the cabin, things remain the same too. Reliable engines doing their job, updates coming and going, but under the hood, the updated Kushaq continues to use the same tried and tested turbo petrol engines.
The updated Kushaq gets a new face but continues to use the tried and tested turbo petrol engines. In the cabin, things remain the same too. Reliable engines doing their job, updates coming and going, but under the hood, the updated Kushaq continues to use the same tried and tested turbo petrol engines.
The updated Kushaq gets a new face but continues to use the tried and tested turbo petrol engines. In the cabin, things remain the same too. Reliable engines doing their job, updates coming and going, but under the hood, the updated Kushaq continues to use the same tried and tested turbo petrol engines.
The updated Kushaq gets a new face but continues to use the tried and tested turbo petrol engines. In the cabin, things remain the same too. Reliable engines doing their job, updates coming and going, but under the hood, the updated Kushaq continues to use the same tried and tested turbo petrol engines. The updated Kushaq gets a new face but continues to use the tried and tested turbo petrol engines. In the cabin, things remain the same too. Reliable engines doing their job, updates coming and going, but under the hood, the updated Kushaq continues to use the same tried and tested turbo petrol engines.
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