Skoda Kushaq Facelift Production Begins at Pune Plant

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Skoda Auto has introduced new features in the Skoda Kushaq Facelift. These include a rear seat massage function and a panoramic sunroof. The SUV is also equipped with a new 8-speed torque converter automatic transmission. The update expands the transmission options available for the model in India.

The Skoda Kushaq Facelift is offered with up to 40 active and passive safety features. The model continues to carry a 5-star safety rating for adult and child occupants under Global NCAP testing.

Safety features include multiple airbags, electronic stability control, and other driver assistance systems depending on the variant.

The Kushaq has been one of the volume models for Skoda in India. It contributed to the Group’s total sales of 117,000 units in 2025.

The facelifted version made its global debut in January 2026. Deliveries in India are scheduled to begin in March 2026. The company said pre-bookings for the updated SUV have received a positive response.

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Piyush Arora, Managing Director & CEO, Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited, said, “The new Kushaq is an evolution and continues to be a key pillar in our mission to bring European engineering excellence within reach of Indian families. This SUV embodies our DNA with its robust design, advanced features and uncompromising safety. Listening closely to our customers, we have added several premium features such as a Panoramic Sunroof, rear-seat massage function and a new 8‑speed automatic transmission option, making it an even more compelling offering. With the start of production, we reaffirm our long-term commitment to India and to positioning it as a strategic manufacturing hub. We are confident that the new Kushaq will continue to delight customers and increase its fanbase in India.”