Overview
- Skoda has issued media invites for a January 2026 launch in India, with multiple outlets identifying the model as the Kushaq mid-cycle update.
- Recent spy sightings indicate styling revisions including a new grille, tweaked lighting, redesigned bumpers and possibly new alloy wheels.
- The cabin is expected to add a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera, an updated infotainment system and a revised driver display.
- Reports suggest Level 2 ADAS could be included, which would mark a first for Skoda’s mass-market lineup in India, though this remains unconfirmed.
- Powertrains are expected to carry over with the 1.0 TSI and 1.5 TSI engines, while an 8-speed automatic is reported to arrive later in 2026; a single report pegs pricing from about Rs 11 lakh.