Skoda Kushaq Facelift Variants Explained: Features, Differences & Our Top Picks

Published: Friday, January 23, 2026, 14:22 [IST]

Škoda Auto has launched the 2026 Kushaq facelift in India, featuring a refreshed design, updated styling, and new technology upgrades. Bookings for the compact SUV are already open, with deliveries expected to begin in March 2026. Here's a look at the variants and their key features.

Skoda Kushaq facelift Variant & Features

1. Classic + - (Overall Best Value Trim)

The Classic Plus trim is offered exclusively with the 1.0-litre TSI petrol engine, producing 115 PS of power and 178 Nm of torque, paired with either a 6-speed manual or the newly introduced 8-speed Torque converter automatic transmission. Although it is the base variant of the Kushaq facelift, it still surprises with a set of advanced features as standard.

Classic Plus Trim Features (Standard Across All Variants)

Colours Available

6 airbags
25 plus active and passive safety features
Single pane sunroof
16-inch Alloy wheels
LED headlamps
Optional front parking sensors
Sequential LED turn indicators
Connected tail lamps
17.7cm Infotainment system
Auto AC control
Rain-sensing wipers
Rear wiper with Defogger
Paddle Shifters (AT)
Sports Mode (AT)
Cruise control
ABs with EBD
ESC
Hill Hold assist
TPMS
Rear Parking sensors
Auto Dimming IRVM
Power Windows

Cherry Red
Brilliant Silver
Candy White
Carbon Steel
Lava Blue

2. Signature - (Best Mid-Variant)

The Signature variant is offered exclusively with the 1.0-litre TSI petrol engine, paired with either a 6-speed manual or an 8-speed automatic transmission. In terms of equipment, it carries forward all the standard features from the Classic Plus trim, with some additional value upgrades.

Signature Trim Features (Additional over Classic +)	Colours Available
17-inch Vega Silver Alloy wheels (Standard) 20.32cm Digital cluster (Standard) Front parking sensors (standard) Large 25.6cm Touch screen infotainment system with Skoda Speakers. (standard) Paddle Shifters (AT) Sports Mode (AT)	Cherry Red Brilliant Silver Candy White Carbon Steel Lava Blue Deep Black

3. Sportline (Best Budget Trim For Sporty Feel)

The Sportline variant also features the 1.0-litre TSI petrol engine and offers the same transmission options as the Signature and Classic plus trim. In terms of equipment, it carries forward all the features from the previous two variants, with the only difference being the minor cosmetic changes.

Sportline features	Colours Available
All Features as the Signature trim 17-inch Vega Black Alloy Dual-Tone black and Beige cabin Aluminium Pedals New Dual fabric upholstery with dual stripes Paddle Shifters (AT) Sports Mode (AT)	Cherry Red Brilliant Silver Candy White Carbon Steel Lava Blue Deep Black Shimla Green Steel Grey

Prestige - 1.0 TSI/1.5 TSI (Best Premium Variant)

The first premium variant in the Skoda Kushaq Facelift is the Prestige, which features both the 1.0L TSI (115 PS/178 Nm) and the 1.5L TSI (150 PS/ 250 Nm) petrol engines. The 1.5L TSI petrol engine is equipped with a 7-speed DSG transmission as standard.

Prestige Trim Features

Colours Available

Rear Seat Massager
Panoramic Sunroof 1st in segment
26.03 cm Digital Cockpit
Front Parking Sensors
LED Package (Headlights, Taillights, Foglamps)
6-way Electrically Adjustable front seats with ventilation
Amplifier & Subwoofer
25.6 cm Infotainment System
AI companion powered by Google
Disc Brakes (1.5 TSI) Front Grille with Chrome Ribs
Front Grille Illuminated Light Band
Illuminated Škoda rear lettering
R17 Alloy wheels
Sequential Rear Turn Indicators
Premium Beige Interior
Leatherette Seat
Paddle Shifters (AT)
Sports Mode (AT)

Cherry Red
Brilliant Silver
Candy White
Carbon Steel
Lava Blue
Deep Black
Shimla Green
Steel Grey

Monte Carlo - (Best Premium Sporty Variant)

This is the top-of-the-line variant of the new Kushaq facelift and the only version offered with dual-tone exterior colour options. Unlike the Prestige variant, this model features a completely blacked-out Interior and a sportier exterior design. It is powered exclusively by the 1.5-litre TSI petrol engine, paired as standard with a 7-speed DSG automatic gearbox.

Monte Carlo Trim Features

Colours Available

Rear Seat Massager
Panoramic Sunroof 1st in segment
26.03 cm Digital Cockpit
Front Parking Sensors
LED Package (Headlights, Taillights, Foglamps)
6-way Electrically Adjustable front seats with ventilation
Amplifier & Subwoofer
25.6 cm Infotainment System
AI companion powered by Google
Disc Brakes (1.5 TSIMonte Carlo Exclusive Badging) (Over Prestige)
Front Grille with Sporty red stripes (Over Prestige)
Front Grille Illuminated Light Band
Illuminated Škoda rear lettering
R17 Alloywheels & Sagittarius (1.5 TSI)
Sequential Rear Turn Indicators
Sporty Exterior with Blacked-Out Elements (Over Prestige)
Sporty Black Interior (Over Prestige)
Dual Tone Roof (Over Prestige)
Leatherette Seats
Paddle Shifters (AT)
Sports Mode (AT)

Cherry Red (Dual Tone)
Brilliant Silver (Dual Tone)
Candy White (Dual Tone)
Lava Blue
Deep Black
Shimla (Dual Tone) Green
Steel Grey (Dual Tone)

Apart from the feature updates, Škoda Auto is also offering a comprehensive ownership package across all variants, including a 4-year standard warranty, 4-year roadside assistance, and 4 years of free service. Skoda Kushaq (Previous model) also scored a 5-star rating at the Global NCAP test.

Skoda India is yet to announce official pricing for the facelifted model; the current version is priced from ₹10.66 lakh (ex-showroom). Considering the added features and standard upgrades, the facelift is expected to start at around ₹11.49 lakh (ex-showroom).