Skoda launched the enhanced Kushaq Onyx for ₹ 13,49,000

Skoda Auto India, in its strategy of continuous product actions, have implemented one more enhancement in its 5-star safe fleet -- the introduction of the Kushaq Onyx AT. Skoda Auto India, based on latest customer feedback, has now further enhanced the Kushaq Onyx with an automatic transmission and a host of new features, making it the most affordable automatic in its segment. It costs ₹ 13,49,000.

The Onyx AT, like the Onyx before it, slots between the current Active and Ambition variants of Skoda's best-selling SUV. The exteriors see features from the higher Ambition variant making it to this Kushaq. It also comes with Skoda Crystalline LED headlamps with DRLs, Front fog lamps with the static cornering function, wiper and defogger at rear, Tecton Wheel covers, ‘Onyx’ badging in the B-pillars, Hill Hold Control and Paddle Shifters, Leather steering wheel with a chrome scroller, Climatronic with the touch panel in cabin, scruff plates in the front get an ‘Onyx’ inscription and six airbags.

The Onyx AT is powered exclusively by Škoda Auto India’s proven 1.0 TSI turbo-charged three-cylinder petrol engine. It develops 85 kW (115 ps) of power and 178 Nm of torque and is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. The Global New Car Assessment Programme crash tested the Kushaq under its newer and stricter protocols in October 2022. The SUV scored 29.64 points out of 34 for adult occupant safety and 42 out of a possible 49 points for child safety. The Kushaq was the first made-in-India car to score a full five stars for both adult and child protection.

Speaking on the product action, Petr Janeba, Brand Director, Skoda Auto India, said, “This new Kushaq Onyx offering is in response to feedback from our customers, which points at a healthy demand for an automatic variant at a more accessible price point. In fact, our value proposition makes this Kushaq the most affordable automatic in its entire segment. Offering a hassle-free ownership experience, getting closer to our customers and constantly listening to our customers is our endeavour, and a key part of our growth strategy.”