In a 144-model SUV field, the Kushaq takes a deliberately narrow line: two turbo-petrol engines, 11 variants, no diesel, no CNG. The 1.0 TSI produces 116 PS and 178 Nm through a 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic and claims 19.76 kmpl; the 1.5 TSI brings 150 PS and 250 Nm with a 7-speed automatic and a claimed 18.72 kmpl. Both are about how the car gathers speed and holds a lane, which is where the Kushaq builds its case against feature-first rivals.
In a 144-model SUV field, the Kushaq takes a deliberately narrow line: two turbo-petrol engines, 11 variants, no diesel, no CNG. The 1.0 TSI produces 116 PS and 178 Nm through a 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic and claims 19.76 kmpl; the 1.5 TSI brings 150 PS and 250 Nm with a 7-speed automatic and a claimed 18.72 kmpl. Both are about how the car gathers speed and holds a lane, which is where the Kushaq builds its case against feature-first rivals.
Dimensions are compact for the class — 4,229 mm long on a generous 2,651 mm wheelbase — and the spec sheet lists a 1,405-litre maximum cargo volume, with 155 mm of ground clearance and a 50-litre tank. Equipment on higher trims includes a panoramic sunroof, rain-sensing wipers, automatic headlamps and LED lighting all around, though there is no ADAS suite in this lineup — a gap against similarly priced rivals that offer one.
Priced at ₹10.69-18.99 lakh, the Kushaq is the 25th most affordable SUV of the 144 tracked, and its claimed economy runs about 32% better than the segment median. At 14 PS per lakh it is squarely mid-pack on power-per-rupee — you are paying for body control and drivetrain refinement rather than a spec-sheet headline.
| Variant | Fuel | Transmission | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0L Classic Plus | Petrol | 6-Speed Manual | ₹10.69 Lakh |
| 1.0L Classic Plus AT | Petrol | 8-Speed Automatic | ₹12.89 Lakh |
| 1.0L Signature | Petrol | 6-Speed Manual | ₹14.59 Lakh |
| 1.0L Sportline | Petrol | 6-Speed Manual | ₹14.74 Lakh |
| 1.0L Signature AT | Petrol | 8-Speed Automatic | ₹15.59 Lakh |
| 1.0L Sportline AT | Petrol | 8-Speed Automatic | ₹15.74 Lakh |
| 1.0L Prestige | Petrol | 6-Speed Manual | ₹16.79 Lakh |
| 1.0L Prestige AT | Petrol | 8-Speed Automatic | ₹17.59 Lakh |
| 1.0L Monte Carlo AT | Petrol | 8-Speed Automatic | ₹17.89 Lakh |
| 1.5L Prestige DSG | Petrol | 7-Speed Automatic | ₹18.79 Lakh |
| 1.5L Monte Carlo DSG | Petrol | 7-Speed Automatic | ₹18.99 Lakh |
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999 cc · 116 PS @ 5000-5500 rpm · 178 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm · 6-Speed MT / 8-Speed AT · ARAI 19.76 kmpl · BS VI 2.0
1498 cc · 150 PS @ 5000-6000 rpm · 250 Nm @ 1600-3500 rpm · 7-Speed AT · ARAI 18.72 kmpl · BS VI 2.0
Length: 4229 mm · Width: 1760 mm · Height: 1612 mm · Wheelbase: 2651 mm · Ground clearance: 155 mm · Boot space: 1405 litres · Fuel tank: 50 litres
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Brake Assist, Central Locking, Child Safety Locks, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Traction Control, Engine Immobilizer, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Global NCAP Safety Rating: 5 Star.
Budget roughly ₹7,000-11,000 a year for routine servicing across the first five years (indicative — confirm at a Skoda workshop).
First-year comprehensive cover typically falls between ₹40,000 and ₹60,000 depending on variant and city (indicative).
At the claimed 19.76 kmpl, petrol works out to roughly ₹5.5 per km at current prices (indicative); the 50-litre tank gives a useful theoretical range near 1,000 km.
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Kushaq vs Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara: From ₹10.77 lakh with up to 27.97 kmpl claimed — the running-cost winner, though not the driver's pick. See the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Kushaq vs Hyundai Venue N Line: Sporty flavour from ₹10.66 lakh with 20 kmpl claimed, in a smaller sub-4m package. See the Hyundai Venue N Line.
Kushaq vs Maruti Suzuki Victoris: ₹10.5 lakh onwards with petrol and CNG, claiming up to 28.65 km/kg — the fuel-bill alternative. See the Maruti Suzuki Victoris.
Kushaq vs Renault Duster: Starts at ₹10.49 lakh with 19.41 kmpl claimed — similar economy, lower entry price. See the Renault Duster.
The Kushaq is the midsize SUV for people who notice how a car steers. My money would go to a mid-to-upper 1.0 TSI automatic — the 116 PS engine is genuinely sufficient, the 19.76 kmpl claim keeps running costs sane, and you bank the difference over the 1.5. Reserve the 150 PS 1.5 TSI for buyers who will actually use the performance; skip the base trim, which undersells what the chassis deserves.
Ex-showroom runs ₹10.69-18.99 lakh over 11 variants; on-road typically adds 10-15% depending on your state's road tax. Use this page's city links for the exact number.
The 1.0 TSI (116 PS, 19.76 kmpl claimed) is enough car for most owners and offers both manual and automatic. The 1.5 TSI (150 PS, 250 Nm, automatic) is for buyers who prioritise performance and can accept a slightly lower 18.72 kmpl claim.
No. All 11 variants are turbo-petrol. High-mileage buyers should compare their total running cost against hybrid or CNG rivals in the same price band.
Claimed figures are 19.76 kmpl (1.0 TSI) and 18.72 kmpl (1.5 TSI) — about 32% better than the SUV-segment median in our data. Real-world numbers will be lower, especially in heavy traffic.
The sheet lists a 1,405-litre maximum cargo volume, which is the seats-folded scenario — with all seats up you still get a wide, regular load bay. Check it with your own luggage at the showroom.
No ADAS suite appears in this lineup. If assisted-driving features matter to you, rivals in this band do offer them — weigh that against the Kushaq's drivetrain strengths.
Choose the Kushaq for the turbocharged drive and European body control; choose the Grand Vitara (from ₹10.77 lakh) if fuel economy rules — its strong hybrid claims 27.97 kmpl against the Kushaq's 19.76.
Yes — at 4,229 mm long with light controls and an 8-speed automatic available on the 1.0 TSI, it is one of the easier midsize SUVs in urban use. The 155 mm clearance clears most obstacles but is lower than the segment's rugged-looking alternatives.