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Skoda Starts Production Of Kushaq Facelift
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Skoda Auto Volkswagen India has begun production of the facelifted Kushaq at its Chakan, Pune plant ahead of a March 2026 launch, with deliveries due by month-end. The update introduces premium features including a panoramic sunroof, segment-first rear-seat massage, Google Gemini–powered voice assistant, upgraded infotainment, and a new 8-speed automatic for the 1.0‑litre TSI (115bhp/178Nm). Pre-bookings opened in January with a Rs 15,000 token.
Key Points
- 1Introduces new 8-speed torque-converter automatic with 1.0-litre TSI, producing 115bhp and 178Nm
- 2Adds segment-first rear-seat massage and panoramic sunroof plus Google Gemini voice assistant integration
- 3Enables stronger market positioning against Creta and Seltos through premium features and transmissions
Scoring Rationale
Notable feature additions and Google Gemini integration boost relevance; limited novelty and India-segment scope constrain overall impact.
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