Skoda Kylaq Vs Kushaq: A Detailed Comparison Of Their Specifications!

In Skoda’s family tree in India, the newly launched Kylaq subcompact SUV is positioned below the Kushaq compact SUV. However, both the SUVs are based on the same MQB A0 IN platform. Being from the same stable, there are many commonalities between the two, but there are some differences as well which gives them their own identities. In this article, we will be comparing their specifications to give you an idea of the main factors that separate the two: 

Skoda Kylaq Vs Kushaq: Price

While Skoda has not revealed the full price range of the Kylaq. We know that the Kylaq’s starting price undercuts that of the Kushaq by Rs 3 lakh! We expect the Kylaq’s top-spec prices to be around the Rs 15 lakh mark. 

Full prices of the Kylaq might be revealed at the upcoming Bharat Mobility Expo on January 17.

Skoda Kylaq Vs Kushaq: Dimensions 

Both Kushaq and Kylaq belong to different segments. The Kushaq is a compact SUV, while the Kylaq is a subcompact SUV. Let’s take a look at at their dimensions in detail: 

As you can see in the table above, the Kushaq is longer by 230 mm, while the Kylaq is negligibly wider and taller. The Kushaq’s wheelbase is longer by 85 mm, but the Kylaq is the one with the larger boot space. However, its important to note that the Kylaq's boot space is meaured without the rear parcel tray and with the rear parcel try equipped, we expect their boot spaces to be similar!

 While not significant, the Kylaq also boasts a marginally higher 189 mm ground clearance, compared to the Kushaq’s 188 mm.

Skoda Kylaq Vs Kushaq: Features 

Step inside and you will notice that the cabin of both these SUVs look identical! So much so that they even share almost all their features. The only major difference between them is that they get a different colour theme for the interior. 

Both SUVs get a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Android Auto and Apple Carplay, cruise control, steering-mounted audio controls, a single-pane sunroof, ventilated and powered front seats, keyless entry, ambient lighting, push button start-stop, an 8-inch digital driver’s display and automatic climate control with rear AC vents. 

In terms of safety, both get 6 airbags as standard, ABS with EBD, a reverse parking camera, a tyre pressure monitoring control, ESC, hill-start assist and rear parking sensors. 

Skoda Kylaq Vs Kushaq: Powertrain

While they both share the 1-litre turbo-petrol engine, the Kushaq also gets a larger 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine which produces significantly more power and torque. Both share the manual and torque converter transmissions, but the Kushaq also gets the option of a 7-speed DCT with its more potent engine!

Skoda Kylaq Vs Kushaq: Rivals 

The Kylaq will compete with subcompact SUVs like the Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet. On the other hand, the Kushaq rivals the likes of Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Honda Elevate, VW Taigun, and Maruti Grand Vitara.