The top-of-the-line Style variants of the Skoda Kushaq and Slavia get new features such as electric front seats which is segment first, and an illuminated footwell area. The Kushaq Monte Carlo will also now feature electric front seats with footwell illumination.
As mentioned previously, Skoda also announced the launch of the Slavia matte edition which will be available in limited units. The sedan gets a carbon steel paint job with a matte finish and the stark matte carbon steel is offset with subtle design flourishes like door handles and ORVMs finished in Deep Glossy black. This limited edition will be available in both 1.0-litre and 1.5-litre turbo petrol engines. Gearbox options include a 6-speed manual, a 6-speed torque converter automatic and a 7-speed DSG automatic gearbox.
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The Skoda Kushaq and Slavia are based on the MQB-AO-IN platform and are part of the company’s 2.0 project. Both cars get two engine options – a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder turbo petrol engine paired with a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed torque converter automatic and a 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder turbocharged Petrol engine which put out 150 hp of power and 250 Nm of torque.
The Slavia and Kushaq also get a 5-star safety rating under Global NCAP. Both cars scored 29 out of 34 points in adult occupant protection and 42 out of 49 points in child occupant protection.
Petr Šolc, Brand Director, Škoda Auto India, said: “Our product offensive is aimed at welcoming more customers into the Škoda family and coincides with the festive spirit in the country. It has always been our endeavour to provide to our customers the safest family cars and ensure high level of customer satisfaction with our products and services. These festive offerings and enhancements in our products deliver on these fronts and offer fantastic value to our customers.”