Skoda Kushaq vs Maruti Suzuki Victoris Spec Comparison: What’s Different?

The Skoda Kushaq and Maruti Suzuki Victoris are two SUVs positioned in the compact-SUV segment in India. Both models are designed for urban and highway usage, offering modern features and advanced safety technologies, but the Victoris also gets a slight edge with its AWD trims. The Skoda Kushaq is priced between Rs. Rs. 10.69 lakh to Rs. 18.99 lakh (ex-showroom), while the Maruti Suzuki Victoris is priced between Rs. 10.49 lakh to Rs. 19.98 lakh (ex-showroom).

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Skoda Kushaq vs Maruti Suzuki Victoris: Powertrain & Drivetrain

The Skoda Kushaq is available with two turbocharged petrol engines. The 1.5L TSI engine producing 147.94bhp and 250Nm of torque; this engine is mated to a 7-speed DSG. The second engine on offer is the 1.0L TSI engine producing 113.43bhp and 178Nm of torque; this engine is available with either a 6-speed MT or a 8-speed AT. The Kushaq is only offered with front-wheel drive configuration.

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The Maruti Suzuki Victoris is offered with two engine options. The 1.5L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 101bhp and 139Nm of torque and a 1.5L strong hybrid powertrain with the petrol engine working in combination with the hybrid system. In this setup the petrol engine churns out 91bhp and 122Nm of torque and the hybrid system generates 79bhp and 141Nm of torque. The Victoris is also available with factory fitted CNG option. The Victoris CNG trims get underbody CNG tanks which free up the boot space. The Victoris is offered with front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations.

The Skoda Kushaq measures 4,299 mm in length, 1,760 mm in width, and 1,612 mm in height with a 2,651 mm of wheelbase.

The Maruti Suzuki Victoris measures 4,360 mm in length, 1,795 mm in width, and 1,655 mm in height with a 2,600 mm of wheelbase.

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Skoda Kushaq vs Maruti Suzuki Victoris: Features

The Skoda Kushaq features a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, heated front seats, wireless charging, automated climate control, and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster. It also comes equipped with a superior sound system and cruise control.

The Maruti Suzuki Victoris offers a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, panoramic sunroof, powered tailgate with gesture control, ventilated seats, 64-colour ambient lighting, and an 8-speaker premium sound.

Skoda Kushaq vs Maruti Suzuki Victoris: Safety Features

The Skoda Kushaq offers 6-airbags, ABS with EBD, ESC, hill control, rain-sensing wipers and ISOFIX mount, and rear parking camera. It has received a 5-star Global NCAP safety rating.

The Maruti Suzuki Victoris offers 6-airbags as standard, ABS with EBD, ESC, hill hold assist, a 360-degree camera, and Level-2 ADAS. It has received a 5-star safety rating in recent crash assessments.