With the global reveal of the brand-new Kushaq, Škoda will target the mid-size SUV segment in India. Škoda Kushaq is the first production car as part of the India 2.0 project. Under the lead responsibility of Škoda Auto, Volkswagen Group is investing one billion euros in its model campaign on the Indian subcontinent to strengthen the presence of Škoda and Volkswagen there for the long term.
The Škoda Kushaq is based on the MQB-A0-IN, a variant of the modular MQB platform specially adapted by Škoda for the Indian market. Available with a choice of powerful yet efficient TSI engines and boasting a striking design, modern infotainment systems, high levels of comfort and a plethora of safety features, this SUV is ideally equipped for a successful start to the group’s model campaign. To achieve the desired localisation level of 95 per cent concerning development and manufacturing in India, Škoda has set up a new MQB production line at its Pune plant.
The exterior of Škoda Kushaq is perfectly tailored to the taste of local car buyers.The metallic Honey Orange and Tornado Red paint work are particularly eye-catching. Škoda Kushaq boasts excellent active and passive safety features and has the option to be fitted with numerous convenient extras. Occupants are protected by up to six airbags. Škoda is making use of two efficient and powerful petrol engines for the Kshaq. The engines meet India’s stringent BS6 emission standards.Orders will be taken from June with the first Kushaq to be delivered in July.
