Skoda Kushaq price hike: variants now cost up to ₹19.19 lakh

Skoda Auto India has raised the ex-showroom prices of the Kushaq by up to ₹20,000 in October 2026, taking the reported range to ₹10.69 lakh–₹19.19 lakh as of 10 Oct 2026. The increase is the facelifted SUV’s first reported price revision, and the latest reports say it comes without a mechanical or feature change.

Key takeaways

• The Kushaq’s reported ex-showroom range is now ₹10.69 lakh–₹19.19 lakh as of 10 Oct 2026.
• The base Classic+ 1.0 TSI manual remains at ₹10.69 lakh.
• Several automatic and 1.5 TSI DSG variants are ₹20,000 costlier.
• A new Sportline 1.5 TSI DSG is listed at ₹16.99 lakh in the latest price reports.
• The change affects the upfront vehicle price; registration, insurance and other on-road costs vary by state and buyer profile.

What changed in the Kushaq price list

NDTV Auto and CarWale separately reported the revision, while a same-day Rushlane report gives the variant-level prices. The figures below are reported ex-showroom prices as of 10 Oct 2026; they are not on-road quotes.

NDTV and Rushlane also report a ₹10,000 increase for the Signature manual and automatic variants. The base Classic+ manual is the exception in the reported list, while the upper automatic and DSG trims account for the maximum ₹20,000 increase.

What has not changed

The latest coverage describes the move as a price revision rather than a product update. Skoda’s current Kushaq page continues to show the turbo-petrol range, with the 1.0 TSI offered with manual and automatic choices and the 1.5 TSI paired with a DSG automatic. The official page also shows the starting price at ₹10.69 lakh, matching the reported unchanged base manual price.

That matters because a higher invoice does not, by itself, indicate extra equipment or a revised engine. Buyers comparing quotations should ask for the exact variant, transmission, model year and billing date rather than assuming every Kushaq has moved by the same amount.

What the price revision means for buyers

Check the ex-showroom and on-road split

The ₹20,000 maximum is an ex-showroom increase. The final on-road difference can be different because road tax, insurance and registration charges vary by state and vehicle configuration. An itemised quotation is the clearest way to compare an older quote with a current one.

Recheck the variant before comparing offers

The base manual is still the lowest-price entry point in the reports, but the largest revisions are concentrated in selected automatic and 1.5 TSI DSG versions. A buyer comparing a dealer quote with an online price list should match the engine, gearbox and trim name line by line. Any festive benefit or dealer offer should be treated separately from the manufacturer’s ex-showroom price.

Budget for ownership, not only the purchase price

The Kushaq’s purchase price is only one part of the running-cost picture. Use the fuel cost calculator to test a commute or trip with your expected mileage, and check current petrol prices before estimating a monthly budget. For a longer journey, the road-trip planner can help separate route and stop planning from the vehicle’s purchase decision. A broader car ownership-cost checklist can also help keep fuel, maintenance and other recurring expenses visible.

Reader takeaway

The reported Kushaq revision is a targeted price change, not a new-generation update. As of 10 Oct 2026, the base manual remains at ₹10.69 lakh, while selected trims now reach ₹19.19 lakh ex-showroom. Before committing to a quote, verify the exact variant and ask the seller to separate ex-showroom price, taxes, insurance and any optional items.

Sources

• NDTV Auto — “Skoda Kushaq Gets Price Hike Of Up To Rs 20,000” (10 Oct 2026)
• CarWale — “Skoda Kushaq Facelift Gets Its First Price Hike: New Prices Detailed” (9 Oct 2026)
• Rushlane — “Skoda Kushaq Price Hike October 2026 Up To Rs 20k – Details” (10 Oct 2026)
• Škoda Auto India — “Škoda Kushaq” model page (accessed 10 Oct 2026)