Skoda Kushaq Vs Rivals: Is It A Good ‘Czech-Mate’ Move From Skoda?

As a part of Skoda Auto's India 2.0 plan, the Kushaq is one product with which Skoda tied numerous hopes. The first-ever SUV developed specifically for the Indian masses by Skoda, the Kushaq has delivered on the fronts of Skoda's traditional ethos, including fun-to-drive essence, good build quality and safety and premium fit and finish levels. However, the Skoda Kushaq belongs to a segment with cutthroat competition and is dominated by two SUVs in sales numbers  the Hyundai Creta and the Grand Vitara. Here's how the Skoda Kushaq fares against the two, and we find out if it's any better than them. Meanwhile, do join 91Wheels WhatsApp Channel to never miss out on automotive update.

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Skoda Kushaq vs Rivals: Price

With the Kushaq, Skoda has broken the perception that Skoda cars are pricier than competitors. From the base-spec to the range-topping variants, the Skoda Kushaq undercuts the Hyundai Creta and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara in pricing, making it a terrific value for its asking prices.

Skoda Kushaq Vs Rivals: Engine And Mileage

Starting with comparing primary engines, the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine of the Skoda Kushaq takes on the 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engines of the Hyundai Creta and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara. In this comparison, the Skoda Kushaq leads the pack with the best power and torque outputs. At the same time, the Grand Vitara claims the lowest performance outputs, though making up for the compromise with the best fuel efficiency figures.

Both the Skoda Kushaq and Hyundai Creta also have 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine options with 7-speed DCT gearboxes as standard, and the Kushaq also has a 6-speed manual for the same. The Creta has an advantage here with relatively higher power and torque outputs. The Grand Vitara has no turbo-petrol engine option but a high-tech petrol-electric hybrid engine with an astonishing fuel efficiency of 27.97 kmpl. The Creta is the only one here to get a diesel engine option, too, giving buyers an added choice.

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Skoda Kushaq vs Rivals: Dimensions and Road Presence

If you compare all three SUVs here, the Skoda Kushaq looks visibly smaller than the Hyundai Creta and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, with its length, width, and height being lesser than those of the two rivals. However, it has the best wheelbase in this company, making it as roomy as the Creta and Grand Vitara inside despite being a smaller SUV than the other two.

All three SUVs here have LED headlamps and tail lamps, with only the Kushaq not getting a connected LED light bar between the tail lamps at the rear. These three SUVs also have 17-inch machined alloy wheels and slim roof rails in their higher-spec variants. While the Grand Vitara has the highest ground clearance, the Creta's boot compartment is the most spacious.

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Skoda Kushaq vs Rivals: Features

Unlike the Creta and Grand Vitara, which have larger panoramic sunroofs, the Skoda Kushaq is the only SUV with a smaller, single-pane sunroof. Besides that, the Kushaq is a decently kitted SUV, but it lacks the Creta's segment-exclusive dual-zone auto AC and level-2 ADAS and the Grand Vitara's head-up display.

Skoda Kushaq Key Features

Now let's check out some features you get in the Skoda Kushaq:

• LED projector headlamps with LED DRLs and LED tail lamps
• 17-inch alloy wheels
• 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system
• 8-inch full-TFT instrument console
• Sunroof
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Powered and ventilated front seats
• Automatic climate control with rear AC vents
• Leather upholstery
• Reverse camera
• Wireless charger
• 6-speaker sound system
• Cooled glovebox
• Six airbags