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Automobile manufacturer Skoda launches its new vehicle in India: See here
Skoda Kushaq, the mid-sized SUV was unveiled in India on June 28. This car is going to take on the likes of Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos. Kushaq sounds very unique and this name has been derived from a Sanskrit word ‘Kushak’ which is often referred to as an emperor or ruler.
In terms of specifications, Kushaq comes with a 1.0-litre TSI engine with both a 6-speed manual and an automatic transmission.
The 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbocharged petrol motor brings out 115 PS of power and 178 Nm torque output and it will have the same 6-speed manual gearbox and a 7-speed DST automatic transmission as well.
Skoda Kushaq will come in five colour options – Torando Red Metallic, Candy White, Carbon Steel Metallic, Honey Orange Metallic.
Skoda Kushaq has a contemporary design language that has taken inspiration from Bohemian crystals and shows sharp contours across the exterior, from nose to toe.
The SUV also has LED projector headlamps with LED daytime running lights integrated.
The side profile of the Skoda Kushaq comes with a black lower body cladding, 17-inch alloy wheels, crisp character lines, roof rails. The rear profile comes with inverted L shaped LED taillights, roof spoiler, a sculpted tailgate, skid plate.
In terms of other features, Skoda Kushaq comes with a two-spoke steering wheel, cruise control, six-speaker premium audio system, ventilated front seats, paddle shifters, wireless charging, ambient lighting among others.
For safety features, the car has six airbags, auto wipers and headlamps, tyre pressure monitoring system, hill start assist, ESC etc.
Skoda Kushaq will take on the likes of Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Nissan Kicks, MG Hector and Volkswagen Taigun.
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Improved version of Hyundai Creta launched in Indian market: Check it out here
Hyundai India launched the much-awaited Creta Knight Edition in the country at a starting price of Rs 13.51 lakh (ex-showroom, all-India). This new variant is available in both petrol and diesel engine options and can be had either with a manual or an automatic transmission unit. To read more about the Creta Knight Edition, click here. In addition to this, the company has also introduced a model-year update for the Hyundai Creta with new feature additions.
The 2022 Hyundai Creta is now available in a new Denim Blue colour option and the Highline TPMS is now standard across all variants. The SX (O) trim now also gets a glossy black centre console. Furthermore, the company will offer the iMT option on the 1.5-litre petrol ‘S’ variant to further expand choices for the customers. The new S+ variant powered by a 1.4-litre T-GDi petrol engine with 7DCT now gets an additional set of features, such as –
– Smart panoramic sunroof
– 16-inch black alloy wheels
– Smartphone wireless charger
– Rear Disc Brakes
– Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
– Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
– Hill start assist control (HAC)
– Paddle shifters
– Metal pedals
– Electric and auto-folding ORVMs
– Power window auto up/down
Mechanically, the SUV continues to be powered by the existing petrol and diesel engine options.