Skoda Kushaq, Slavia discounts in May hit Rs 2.5 lakh
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Skoda is offering massive discounts and benefits during this month on the Kushaq midsize SUV and Slavia sedan. These include a cash discount, complementary 3-year/45,000km maintenance package and extended warranty (5 years or 1.25 lakh km), whichever is earlier. The CBU-only Superb sedan and the Kodiaq seven-seater SUV are not available with any official benefits.

Skoda makes its Slavia and Kushaq safer than before
Skoda India’s commitment to safety became clear when both of its India-focussed products fared impressively well in Global NCAP’s crash tests, scoring full five stars. With the latest update, Skoda has now made six airbags available across the Slavia and Kushaq model range, ensuring that regardless of the model one chooses, they’ll get class-leading safety. Mechanically, the cars remain unchanged.

Skoda Kushaq, Slavia now equipped with 6 airbags as standard
Skoda has announced that it will now offer 6 airbags as standard across the lineups of both Kushaq and Slavia. Both these models are locally manufactured by the Czech brand in India out of its facility in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. Interestingly, both these models have already been crash tested by Global NCAP and have earned a perfect 5-star safety rating.

Skoda makes Kushaq and Slavia safer with MY24 updates
New Delhi: Kushaq SUV in October 2022 and the Slavia sedan in April 2023, Skoda Auto India continues to bring safety as its key component with introduction of six airbags as standard across all variants of the Kushaq and Slavia. The introduction is part of the company's MY24 updates for its India 2.0 product portfolio.

Skoda Kushaq, Slavia get six airbags as standard
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Skoda has updated both the Slavia and the Kushaq with six airbags as standard across the range. This, expectedly, is accompanied by a slight increase in prices, with the Kushaq now ranging between Rs 11.99 lakh-19.79 lakh, while the Slavia is priced from Rs 11.63 lakh-18.83 lakh, all prices, ex-showroom, India.

Skoda Kushaq, Slavia facelifts to get ADAS
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The Skoda Kushaq and Slavia, which have been on sale for 2.5 years and 2 years, respectively, are a part of the Czech brand’s India 2.0 startegy and are set to get a number of updates until facelifts for the midsize sedan and SUV arrive. Speaking to Autocar India, Skoda brand director Petr Janeba said admitted that the company has some catching up to do in terms of features, and that the issue will be addressed.

Skoda Kushaq Explorer Edition: Top things to know

Skoda Kushaq Explorer Edition showcased. Check what's different

Skoda Kushaq Explorer Edition revealed
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Skoda has showcased a special Kushaq Explorer Edition, alongside announcing its plans for an all-new compact SUV. The Kushaq Explorer Edition comes with unique outdoorsy cosmetic elements and more equipment on the interior, and is based on the top-spec Style trim. However, there’s no word about it being introduced in the market yet.

Skoda Kushaq Explorer edition makes debut— off-road ready
Skoda has unveiled a special Kushaq Explorer edition which is an off-road-ready version of the compact SUV. Based on the Style trim, the features of the Kushaq Explorer edition are part of an accessory package. That said, Skoda is yet to announce the price of this special edition Kushaq.

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Skoda Kushaq SUV, Slavia sedan prices hiked, to cost up to ₹1 lakh more

Skoda Kodiaq, Slavia, Kushaq get up to Rs 2.66 lakh off in year-end discounts
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With 2023 coming to a close, carmakers are looking to move as much inventory as possible, and Skoda India is no different. The Czech brand has announced significant benefits and discounts on its MY2023 range. Here’s what’s on offer this month:

Skoda Kushaq Elegance edition on-road prices in top cities in India

Skoda Slavia, Kushaq Elegance Editions launched in India: Prices start at Rs 17.52 lakh

Skoda Kushaq, Slavia Elegance Editions launched
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Skoda Auto India has launched a special edition of the Kushaq SUV and Slavia sedan, priced from Rs 18.31 lakh and Rs 17.52 lakh, respectively. Called the Elegance Edition, these limited-run models will sport a new Deep Black exterior colour and more equipment than the respective top-spec Style variants.

Skoda Slavia and Kushaq Elegance Editions launched in India
Skoda has launched the Slavial Elegance Edition and the Kushaq Elegance Edition in India, priced at Rs 17.52 lakh and Rs 18.31 lakh respectively, ex-showroom. The new Elegance edition of the Slavia sedan and the Kushaq SUV will be available in limited numbers, powered by the 1.5-litre TSI engine.

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Volkswagen is preparing to introduce an exciting new iteration of its flagship SUV, the Taigun, tailored to meet the needs of enthusiasts and adventure enthusiasts. This automaker is set to unveil the Taigun GT Edge Trail Edition, which is renowned for its safety features, making it one of the most secure SUVs available in India.

Skoda Kushaq, Slavia Style variants get 10-inch touchscreen again
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The Skoda Kushaq and Slavia have been restored with their larger 10-inch ‘Skoda Play’ touchscreen that the company had swapped for a smaller 8-inch unit in May 2022 due to the then ongoing semiconductor shortage. It, however, has made its way back only on the top-spec Style variants of both models – previously it was also offered on the mid-spec Ambition variants.

Skoda Kushaq Monte Carlo long term review, 12,200km report
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While my long overdue drive to Goa didn’t materialise, our Skoda Kushaq long-termer finally got to stretch its legs outside city limits. It was to ferry video camerapersons Mrityunjay and Roshni, photographer Basil, and me to the Aamby Valley City airport at Lonavala. The Kushaq wasn’t going to be the hero car that day, not with four Porsches around – a 911 Turbo S, a Taycan Turbo S, a Panamera Turbo S and a Cayman GTS – but there’s much the crew and I learned about the Skoda.

Skoda launches Slavia Matte Edition, new features added to Kushaq
With the festive season kicking in, OEMs have started introducing new schemes to lure buyers into the showrooms since the festive season period witnesses the highest sales of passenger vehicles and two-wheelers. Skoda is the most recent brand to come up with something special for its buyers this festive season.

Skoda Slavia, Kushaq entry price reduced for limited period
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Skoda has introduced a new Matte Black edition of the Slavia sedan, and has also revised the base price of both Slavia and Kushaq to now start at Rs 10.89 lakh. That makes the base Slavia Rs 50,000 cheaper, and the base Kushaq Rs 70,000 cheaper, although both prices are limited just for the festive season. The Slavia Matte Black edition will also only be available for the festive season.

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