Skoda Kushaq review: what owners and experts say

Routine service cost

Strongly positivebased on 5 reviews

“Skoda introduced something very good, the maintenance package (SMP). I've done two services in the last 2.5 years and I haven't paid even ₹1 out of pocket so far, and I've also extended that SMP package.”

Engine refinement

Strongly positivebased on 10 reviews

“Accounting for 20% of the total Kushaq sales is the 1.5L TSI turbo petrol engine. This is the default choice for driving enthusiasts. Performance feels energetic, and this one feels eager to make an impression.”

City drivability

Strongly positivebased on 6 reviews

“Right off the bat, what you notice is that the creep function is a lot more subdued, and it feels a lot more natural. The car doesn't feel overly eager as soon as you ease off the brake pedal.”

Audio system

Strongly positivebased on 6 reviews

“the kushak comes with a 16 inch spare tire and housed in the kushak spare tire is a subwoofer for a better sound experience”

Handling

Generally positivebased on 12 reviews

“The Kushak will also appeal to buyers simply looking for the most fun to drive model because that's what it is... it also feels nice and tight in the corners. It is the pointiest car of the lot... it's got the keenest handling.”

Seat comfort

Generally positivebased on 11 reviews

“Front seat comfort remains impressive. The Kushak's front seats are among the best in the segment. Now, they're not just good to look at, but they also offer a good deal of support, even for a larger framed individual like myself.”

Parking camera & sensors

Strongly negativebased on 7 reviews

“if you turn the steering, it's not responsive there -- it doesn't show guiding lines for how it's going to trace [the path]. It's just showing you generally how far or how close things are.”

Ride comfort

Generally negativebased on 8 reviews

“trouble is the kosak seems set up a bit too sporty, now the kosak in general is set on the stiffer side but you experience the worst of that on the back because over a bad road or a large pothole you will be chucked around quite a bit”

Turbo response

Generally negativebased on 7 reviews

“The Kushaq's DSG, on the other hand, hesitates at the very start and this costs it big. It's too late by the time the Skoda gets into its stride”

Fit & finish

Mixed reviewsbased on 12 reviews

“when I started driving the car, I did have a problem with the rattling sound too, which was a drawback at the time -- maybe it was a fitment issue, or maybe it was because of the initial batch of these cars that came out.”

Air conditioning

Mixed reviewsbased on 12 reviews

“you get ventilated seats for the driver and co-driver but the ventilation function is not very great, it doesn't cool that enough, after a point you don't even feel like the system is on”

How much does the Skoda Kushaq cost in India?

The Skoda Kushaq costs ₹10.69 lakh to ₹18.99 lakh ex-showroom across 11 variants. On-road price depends on your city, so ask a dealer or use our dealer quote check to see what a quote should look like.

Which engine and gearbox options does the Skoda Kushaq have?

The Skoda Kushaq is sold with petrol powertrains and manual and automatic gearboxes. The table above lists every engine and gearbox combination.

What do owners like most about the Skoda Kushaq?

Owners and experts are most positive about the Skoda Kushaq's routine service cost, engine refinement and city drivability.

What are the common complaints about the Skoda Kushaq?

The most common criticism is about the Skoda Kushaq's parking camera & sensors, ride comfort and turbo response. Check the full list above to see how strongly reviewers agree.

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