Skoda Kushaq Key Features Explained: Sunroof, Digital Cluster, And More

With a 5-star GNCAP-rated SUV, a range of engine options, and a striking design, the Skoda Kushaq has made its way into the segment and people are ready to look beyond the usuals like the Creta and Seltos. In this section, I will take you through the key features, that make the drive with Kushaq, a comfortable and convenient experience. For more such interesting and detailed insights, don't forget to join our 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel, specifically curated for all the avid petrolheads with extensive coverage of the latest news and insights from the automotive space.

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1. Electric Sunroof

The Skoda Kushaq comes with an electric sunroof with a bounce-back feature. Since this is something that is now in great demand, almost all new launches are offering a sunroof with at least some of its higher-spec variants.

Variants Available: The Kushaq now offers the single-pane sunroof from the Signature variant, which begins from Rs 14.89 lakh (ex-shworoom).

Competition Check- The Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and the Grand Vitara, all rivals go a step further and come with a panoramic sunroof in their higher trims.

2. Ventilated Seats

The Skoda Kushaq comes with front seat ventilation, which you will be thankful for in the hot Indian summers, especially if you tend to have extra perspiration on your back. This is a feature that is slowly becoming more and more accessible in the higher-end variants of many cars.

Variants Available: The Kushaq offers front seat ventilation on its range-topping Prestige variant, which begins from Rs 16.39 lakh onwards (ex-showroom).

Competition Check- All of its above-mentioned rivals also offer ventilated seats with the exception being the Honda Elevate. Elevate offers the ventilated seat with massage function as an additional accessory priced at Rs. 6,000

3. 8-inch Digital Instrument Cluster

The Skoda Kushaq comes with a fully digital instrument cluster, which the Skoda likes to call the Skoda Virtual Cockpit, with its Prestige trim onwards. You get all the info digitally on the 8-inch screen placed just behind the steering wheel, which gives a futuristic and much more immersive feel.

Variants Available: The 8-inch digital isntrument cluster can be had from the Monte Carlo variant, which is priced at Rs 16.39 lakh (ex-showroom).

Competition Check- The Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, and the Honda Elevate offer a digital instrument cluster with twin-dial treatment to replicate the look of actual analogue dials. Additionally, some of these SUVs also get a customizable display.

4. 10-Inch Infotainment Touchscreen

Handling the multimedia duties is a 10-inch infotainment touchscreen floating centrally above the front AC vents. While this supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, it is available only from the Signature variant onwards.

Variants Available: The Kushaq comes with the 10-inch infotainment touch screen from the Signature variant onwards, which is priced at Rs 14.39 lakh (ex-showroom).

Competition Check- The Creta, Elevate, and Seltos feature a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, while the Grand Vitara and Toyota Hyryder offer a 9-inch screen in their top trims.

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5. 6 Airbags As Standard

The Skoda Kushaq gets a pretty solid safety suite with 6-airbags being standard across its variants. Although not mandatory, more and more carmakers are opting for this as standard fitment gradually. On top of this, the Kushaq also scored a robust full 5-star GNCAP safety rating.

Variants Available: The Kushaq is available with a wide range of safety features all across the lineup.

Competition Check- Hyundai Creta, Honda Elevate, and Kia Seltos offer 6 airbags as standard whereas the Grand Vitara and the Toyota Hyryder offer dual airbags in entry-level variants and 6 airbags in their top trims.

6. Paddle Shifters

The Kushaq is among the few mid-size SUVs to offer paddle shifters with the automatic variants. This is especially useful when you want to take some hands-on control over the car, and it also enhances the overall experience when you're in the mood for some spirited driving.

Variant Available: The Kushaq offers paddle shifters right from the Onyx automatic variant, which begins at Rs 13.59 lakh (ex-showroom).

Competition Check: The Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, and the Volkswagen Taigun offer paddle shifters in their more sportier variants.

Other features on the Skoda Kushaq

• Cruise control
• Power-adjustable front seats
• Rear camera with guidelines
• Wireless charging
• USB-C charging ports for rear seats

Features Missing On The Skoda Kushaq

ADAS Features: The Kushaq misses out on ADAS features as of now, not offering any driver assistance tech even in its higher variants. However, the car maker might just rectify that with the upcoming facelift, which has been spotted testing many times, and we believe it might just be around the corner.

360-degree camera: Another feature missing on the Kushaq is a 360-degree camera, which is something offered by the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Kia Seltos, and the Hyundai Creta.

Dual-zone climate control: While the Kushaq does get a touch-based automatic climate control system, it misses out on dual-zone functionality. The Hyundai Creta and the Kia Seltos stand out with these features.

Comparison With Rivals