Published : 24 February 2026
Read Time : 5 min
Author: Nikil Jonathan
Skoda India have commenced production of the 2026 Kushaq facelift at their Chakan plant in Pune. Deliveries of the updated Kushaq, which made its debut in January 2026, is expected to begin in March 2026. Skoda opened bookings for the 2026 Kushaq facelift on January 20 for a token amount of Rs. 15,000. We expect Skoda to announce the variant-wise prices of the C-segment SUV soon. Until then, here’s everything we know about the Skoda Kushaq facelift so far.
2026 Skoda Kushaq Facelift Standard Features Expanded
For the 2026 model, Skoda have made several features standard across the Kushaq facelift range, including:
- LED headlamps and tail lamps
- Alloy wheels
- Sunroof
- Automatic climate control
- Auto headlamps and wipers
- Auto-dimming IRVM
- Rear wiper and defogger
2026 Skoda Kushaq Facelift Likely To Get Costlier
While Skoda have not yet announced the variant-wise prices, we expect them to get a slight increase over the outgoing model. For reference, the current model is priced between Rs. 11.19 lakh to Rs. 19.49 lakh (ex-showroom). The expansion of standard features in the base model and the introduction of premium features in the top variants are expected to make the 2026 Kushaq facelift costlier. Key feature additions that could impact the pricing of the top variants include:
- Panoramic sunroof
- Rear seat massage function (1st in segment)
- New 8-speed torque converter automatic for 1L turbo petrol
- Larger 10.25-inch digital driver’s display
- Updated infotainment system software
- New design elements inside and out
2026 Skoda Kushaq Facelift Exterior And Interior Updates
On the outside, the Kushaq facelift gets a refreshed front fascia with redesigned LED headlamps and connected LED DRLs, giving it a more modern and premium appearance. At the rear, Skoda have introduced new LED tail lamps with Skoda lettering, similar to Skoda’s global offerings.
Inside, the updates are more substantial. The Kushaq now features a larger 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, up from the previous 8-inch screen. While the touchscreen infotainment system still measures 10.1-inches, it gets a refreshed user interface to improve usability and visual appeal. Higher variants also get rear massage seats, powered and ventilated front seats, dual-colour ambient lighting, and a panoramic sunroof, significantly enhancing comfort and perceived luxury.
2026 Skoda Kushaq Facelift Powertrain Updates Explained
Under the bonnet, the 1.0L turbo-petrol engine now gets a new 8-speed torque converter automatic, replacing the older 6-speed unit. The same engine continues with a 6-speed manual gearbox, which remains exclusive to the 1.0L motor.
The 1.5L turbo-petrol engine carries forward unchanged and continues to be paired with the 7-speed DCT automatic. Skoda have confirmed that power and torque outputs remain the same, while all 1.5L turbo petrol variants now benefit from all-disc brakes
Also Read: 2026 Skoda Kushaq Facelift Variant-Wise Exterior Colour Options
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