Skoda is finally ready to pull the silk sheet off the 2026 Kushaq Facelift. As of today, Saturday, January 17, 2026, the official teaser is out, and it’s looking like an “all-in” move to stay alive in a segment that’s basically a battlefield.
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The thing is, the launch is rumored for January 19-20. Or nothing. Let’s be real, with the Tata Sierra and Kia Seltos dominating the headlines lately, Skoda had to do something more than just change the seat fabric. Those too. The biggest kicker? It might actually be the first in its class to offer a massage function for the rear seats.
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The “Kushaq Facelift” Field Notes
It’s an ongoing situation where the MQB-A0-IN platform is getting its most significant “glow-up” since 2021.
The “Kodiaq” Face: The teaser hints at a new connected LED DRL setup, much like its bigger brother, the Kodiaq.1 The thing is, the split headlamp vibe stays, but everything is sharper. More “Czech crystal,” less “standard halogen.”
The “Sky” View: Finally. After years of owners asking for it, spy shots from the Mumbai-Pune Expressway have basically confirmed a panoramic sunroof. The thing is, it was the one big reason people were jumping ship to the Creta.
Level 2 ADAS: It’s getting the full safety suite—Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, the works. And here’s the kicker—they’re adding a 360-degree camera, which was a massive blind spot (pun intended) in the original model.
Engine Update (Later?): Under the hood, the 1.0L and 1.5L TSI engines remain.2 But the thing is, there are heavy rumors of a new 8-speed torque converter replacing the current 6-speed unit later this year to help with fuel efficiency and smoothness.
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Skoda Kushaq 2026: Expected Specs & Pricing
| Feature | Current Kushaq | 2026 Facelift (Expected) |
| Sunroof | Single-pane | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Safety Tech | Basic Sensors | Level 2 ADAS + 360° Cam |
| Rear Seat | Standard Bench | Massage Function (Segment First) |
| Infotainment | 10.1-inch | 10.25-inch (New UI) |
| Start Price | ₹10.89 Lakh | ~₹11.19 Lakh (Ex-showroom) |
And Here’s the Kicker…
Skoda is positioning this as a “premium-only” pivot. The thing is, they aren’t trying to fight the budget wars with the Skoda Kylaq anymore—they want the Kushaq to be the “quality” choice. Those too.
It’s an ongoing situation where the deliveries are expected to start within weeks of the reveal. The thing is, if you’re looking for a deal, the pre-facelift models are currently sitting on some massive “clearance” discounts. Or nothing. If you want the tech, you wait for Monday.
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