Engine Displacement: 999 cc / 1,498 cc
The 2026 Skoda Kushaq continues to offer two high-performance TSI turbo-petrol engines. The 1.0L 3-cylinder TSI delivers a balanced city drive, while the 1.5L 4-cylinder TSI caters to enthusiasts with its Active Cylinder Technology (ACT), which shuts down two cylinders during low-load conditions to enhance fuel efficiency.
Max Power: 114 bhp (1.0L) / 148 bhp (1.5L)
The 1.0L TSI produces 114 bhp at 5,000–5,500 rpm, providing sufficient punch for highway overtakes. The 1.5L TSI jumps significantly to 148 bhp (150 PS), making it one of the most powerful SUVs in the mid-size segment.
Max Torque: 178 Nm (1.0L) / 250 Nm (1.5L)
Torque delivery is linear across both engines. The 1.5L variant offers a massive 250 Nm of torque starting as low as 1,600 rpm, ensuring effortless climbing and quick acceleration even with a full load of five passengers.
No. of Cylinders: 3 (1.0L) / 4 (1.5L)
The 1.0L engine utilizes a 3-cylinder configuration optimized for weight and efficiency. In contrast, the 1.5L uses a 4-cylinder layout, offering superior refinement and lower NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) levels during high-speed cruising.
Valve Train: DOHC
Both engines employ a Double Overhead Camshaft (DOHC) setup with 4 valves per cylinder. This allows for precise valve timing, improving the engine's breathing and overall thermal efficiency.
Fuel System: GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection)
Skoda utilizes direct injection technology to spray fuel directly into the combustion chamber at high pressure. This results in better atomization, leading to more power and lower emissions compared to traditional MPFI systems.
0-100 km/h: 8.6 seconds (1.5L TSI)
The Kushaq 1.5 TSI is a segment leader in acceleration, sprinting to 100 km/h in just 8.6 seconds. The 1.0L TSI is no slouch either, completing the run in approximately 10.6 seconds.
Top Speed: 190 km/h
The Kushaq is electronically limited to a top speed of 190 km/h. Its European-tuned chassis ensures that the vehicle remains planted and stable even as it approaches these triple-digit speeds.
