Skoda is set to launch the mid-cycle refresh of its popular SUV, the Skoda Kushaq. The company has released a teaser hinting at the upcoming variant, which is expected to feature design and cosmetic tweaks, new features, and more. The teaser image shows the car draped in a green cover with the caption “The wait is almost over,” suggesting that the launch is imminent.
Although the car is covered, some details are visible, including a new front design with a full-width LED daytime running light setup and a sharper grille design, similar to the one found in the Kylaq. The rear of the SUV is expected to feature redesigned tail-lamps connected by an LED light bar and an illuminated Skoda logo.
The overall design of the car is expected to remain the same, with a split headlamp layout, but with revised bumpers and slimmer elements to differentiate it from the outgoing model. The updated Kushaq will continue to compete in the crowded mid-size SUV segment against rivals such as the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Vitara, and the recently launched Tata Sierra.
In terms of interior design, the updates are expected to be more substantial, with a larger touchscreen infotainment screen and new comfort and tech features such as a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera, and level 2 ADAS.
Mechanically, the Skoda Kushaq facelift is expected to remain unchanged, with the same turbo-petrol engine options, including a 1.0-litre unit producing 116 hp and 178 Nm, and a 1.5-litre unit generating 150 hp and 250 Nm of torque. The transmission options will also remain the same, including a 6-speed manual, a 6-speed automatic, and a 7-speed DSG, depending on the engine variant.
The launch of the Skoda Kushaq facelift is expected to take place soon, and it will be interesting to see how the updated model competes in the highly competitive mid-size SUV segment. With its new design and features, the Kushaq facelift is likely to attract a lot of attention from potential buyers.