Skoda Auto India has launched its much-anticipated SUV Kushaq in India. The Kushaq will be available at a starting price of INR 10.49 lakh (ex-showroom) nationwide.

The new SUV is the company's first model based on the MQB-A0-IN platform. It is the first car developed under INDIA 2.0 project by Skoda explicitly designed for the Indian consumer needs and its export markets. It was first showcased as the VISION IN concept at the Delhi Auto Expo in February 2020.

Interior and exterior
The Skoda Kushaq is available in three trims – Active, Ambition and Style – in 5 colour options: Honey Orange, Tornado Red, Candy White, Reflex Silver and Carbon Steel. The SUV is 4,225 mm long, 1,760 mm wide and has a height of 1,612 mm. The SUV has a long wheelbase of 2,651 mm and a minimum laden ground clearance of 155 mm.

The Kushaq features a central, free-standing infotainment touchscreen and a two-spoke multifunction steering wheel. There’s up to 26.2 litres of interior storage space in total along with a boot capacity of 385 litres that can be increased to 1,405 litres by folding down the rear seats.

From Ambition onwards, the ambient lighting illuminates the dashboard and door handles. The door handles, handbrake locking button and air vents are chrome-plated and the gearstick knob is upholstered in leather. The Style variant includes front ventilated black leather seats upholstered in perforated grey design and black leatherette armrests on the centre console and the doors.

Engine
The new SUV is powered by TSI technology with two engine options – 1.0l and 1.5l TSI. The three-cylinder 1.0l TSI produces an output of 85 kW (115 PS) via a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 6-speed automatic transmission. The four-cylinder 1.5l TSI engine churns out 110 kW (150 PS) via a 6-speed manual gearbox or can be coupled with a 7-speed DSG. The 1.5l TSI engine also features the segment-first active cylinder technology (ACT) for better fuel efficiency.

Comfort, connectivity and safety
The Kushaq comes with an array of features related to comfort, connectivity and safety. The Ambition and Style trim levels gets a 25.4 cm colour touchscreen, whereas the lower trim gets a 17.78 cm touchscreen. The 25.4 cm infotainment also features a dual tuner, a Wi-Fi hotspot, an external microphone for hands-free phone calls, valet mode and Wireless SmartLink.

There are six speakers – two front high-tone tweeters, two front bass speakers and two wide-range speakers in the rear – to take care of your audio needs. The Style trim takes it a notch higher with a rear subwoofer in spare-wheel well. There are two USB-C ports in the front centre console for connecting data and charging as well as two at the rear for charging mobile devices. The Style trim also provides wireless charging function. The SUV also features touch-controlled climatronic with air-care function in Ambition and Style variant.

On the safety front, the Kushaq comes with Electronic Stability Control as standard, along with rollover protection (ROPS) and multi-collision braking (MKB). Other safety features include hill-hold control, tyre pressure monitoring system,  up to six airbags, three-point seat belts, height-adjustable headrests and parking sensors as standard. Ambition and upwards also get rear view camera with static guide lines. Brake assist features include ABS (anti-lock braking), EBD (electronic brake force distribution), EDS with XDS and XDS + (electronic differential lock – advanced differential lock), HBV (hydraulic brake-boosting) and BSW (brake disc wiping).

MyŠKODA Connect
The SUV is equipped with the India developed ‘MyŠKODA Connect’ app that provides a safe, convenient and smart driving experience to stay connected with the car. MyŠKODA Connect features real- time car tracking, driving behaviour analysis, trip analysis and insights, and emergency features such as roadside assistance and SOS.

Skoda Kushaq price summary (in INR)

Bookings are open on Skoda online sales portal as well as the 100-plus sales touch points across 85 cities and deliveries will start on 12 July. (MT)

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German automotive luxury brand BMW India and BMW Motorrad India have opened pre-orders for the ‘100 Jahre Nurburgring’ edition vehicles to mark the upcoming 100th anniversary of the Nurburgring racetrack in 2027.

The limited collection includes five BMW M car models – the BMW M2 Coupé, BMW M3 Sedan, BMW M4 Coupé, BMW M5 Sedan and the BMW M5 Touring – alongside the BMW M 1000 R motorcycle. The release marks the entry of the BMW M5 Touring into the Indian market.

The edition models feature specific paint finishes in Nurburgring Green and Sapphire Black metallic with green accents, incorporating the ‘100 Years’ logo, Nurburgring since 1927 lettering and the Nurburgring circuit outline.

Exterior details include carbon fibre roofs, model-specific graphics and green wheel accents across select models, while the M5 Touring features a steel roof with custom stripes. Interior specifications across the car lineup include black leather with green and white stitching, door sills, carbon fibre trims, M Carbon bucket seats with individual upholstery, and an M Alcantara steering wheel with a 12 o'clock marker.

The BMW M 1000 R motorcycle features a painted fuel tank with the Nurburgring outline, an airbox cover with ‘one of 100’ numbering, carbon wheels with green accent stripes, an Alcantara seat with embroidered ‘100’ logos and black components for the rear swingarm and frame.

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Honda Cars India (HCIL), one of the leading manufacturers of passenger vehicles in the country, has announced its wholesales for September 2026.

The company reported total sales of 6,955 units, down 16 percent YoY, as compared to 8,296 units sold for the same period last year.

In the domestic market, the company sold 4,465 units, down 19 percent YoY, as compared to 5,503 units sold a year ago. On the exports front, the company shipped 2,490 units, down 11 percent YoY, as compared to 2,793 units last year.

Kunal Behl, Vice-President, Marketing & Sales, Honda Cars India, said, We are pleased to see positive sales momentum for the Honda City and Honda Amaze during the month. We are also gearing up for the launch of new Elevate, which will further strengthen our SUV offering with a refreshed and enhanced package. With the festive season underway and an exciting product introduction ahead, we look forward to building stronger momentum in the coming months.”

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Kia India, one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has reported its best-ever monthly wholesale performance of 32,017 units in September 2026, representing a 41 percent increase compared to 22,700 units sold last year.

For Q3 of CY2026, the company recorded sales of 89,259 units, reflecting a 38.5 percent growth over 64,443 units for the same period last year.

In terms of YTD (January – September 2026) cumulative sales reached 253,008 units, marking a 22.5 percent increase from 206,582 units reported during the corresponding period in 2025.

Kia India attributed the robust performance to healthy demand across its portfolio incuding Seltos and Sonet models, alongside contributions from the Carens, Carens Clavis, Clavis EV, Syros EV and Sorento, which is offered in diesel and hybrid powertrain options. The company's powertrain options now span petrol, diesel, CNG, hybrid, and electric configurations across its product range.

Atul Sood, Senior Vice-President of Sales and Marketing, Kia India, said, "Our strong performance in September and across the third quarter reflects the continued trust of our customers and the strength of Kia’s evolving portfolio. The Seltos and Sonet continue to be key contributors to our growth, while the strong response to the Sorento and Syros EV reinforces our strategy of expanding into new segments and powertrain categories in line with evolving customer aspirations. As mobility needs become increasingly diverse, we are focused on providing meaningful choice across conventional, CNG, hybrid and electric powertrains, supported by ownership solutions that address real customer needs. We remain committed to building on this momentum through distinctive products, advanced technologies and differentiated experiences designed around the needs of Indian customers."

At present, Kia India operates a retail and service network comprising 915 touchpoints across 425 cities, alongside 137 certified pre-owned outlets across the country.

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM), one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has reported its total wholesales of 28,218 units in September 2026, comprising 25,027 units sold in the domestic market and 3,191 units exported.

For the YTD period (January – September 2026), the automaker reported cumulative total sales of 294,914 units, representing an 8 percent increase compared to 272,824 units sold last year.

Domestic sales for the 9-month period rose 9 percent to 269,619 units, up from 247,081 units in the previous year, while exports reached 25,295 units, compared to 25,743 units a year ago.

Sabari Manohar, Executive Vice-President of Sales-Service-Used Car Business, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, "September witnessed continued customer interest across segments, supported by our focus on quality, durability and reliability. As we enter the festive season, we remain committed to strengthening customer engagement and working closely with our dealer partners to deliver enhanced mobility experiences and address evolving customer needs."

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