Kushaq vs Taigun: Exterior
The twins have a completely indigenous design that is specifically made for India. Skoda Kushaq and the Volkswagen Taigun are based on the MQB A0 IN platform. The Skoda Kushaq was recently unveiled and all the efforts made by the brand reflects in the product. It gets a large front grille that retains the signature Skoda look and it sits on a beautiful looking 17-inch alloy wheel. The Volkswagen Taigun gets a thinner grille. Both the cars come with LED headlamps with a projector.
have a look at full Skoda Kushaq article here
The Seltos has an upright and sporty look and is built on the same platform as the new Creta. It has a great road presence, the front has a mid sized grille and a LED daytime running light that runs across the front and it gets 16-inch alloy wheels Whereas the GT line gets crystal cut 17-inch alloy wheels.
Kushaq vs Seltos Features
| Features | Skoda Kushaq | Kia seltos |
| Power Steering | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Power Windows Front | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Power Windows Rear | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Power Boot | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Automatic Climate Control | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Air Quality Control | ❌ | ✔️ |
| Remote Trunk Opener | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Cooled Glove box | ✔️ | ❌ |
| Remote Engine Start/Stop | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Adjustable Headrest | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Rear Seat Centre ArmRest | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Cup Holders Front | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Cup Holders Rear | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Rear AC Vents | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Multifunction Steering Wheel | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Cruise Control | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Parking Sensors | Rear | Front & Rear |
| Navigation System | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Sunroof | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Auto dimming interior mirror | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Foldable Rear Seat | 60:40 Split | 60:40 Split |
| Smart Access Card Entry | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Engine Start Stop Button | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Voice Control | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Hands-Free Tailgate | ❌ | ❌ |
| KeyLess Entry | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Drive Modes | – | 3 |
| Autonomous Parking | ❌ | ❌ |
Kushaq and Taigun Engine
The Kia seltos has two engines on offer, a 1.5-liter engine that makes 113 bhp with both petrol and diesel variants and also a 1.4-liter turbo patrol making 138 bhp. The diesel engine option is an added advantage for the Seltos as more than 50% customers are opting for the diesel variant.
Transmission
The 1.0-liter turbo petrol can be had with a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic torque converter gearbox. For the most exciting 1.5-liter TSI it gets a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DSG for the automatic.
Kia Seltos
The Seltos has a 6 speed manual and in case of automatic the diesel has a 6-speed torque converter gearbox and the petrol can be had with a CVT or DCT gearbox.
Interior
The Skoda Kushaq has been recently unveiled and has a great interior. It gets a new look for the AC vents and a 10-inch infotainment system and the dashboard look really good but has more plastic materials for a bit of cost cutting. The two spoke steering wheel looks unique and we expect it to be Skoda signature steering wheel from now on. The Skoda Kushaq also a gets a sunroof which is one of the most demanded in the segment. The Volkswagen Taigun’s interior has not been unveiled yet but you can expect a standard VW design and quality.
Kia Seltos gets a premium all black interior and is known for the quality of the interior. It has a 10.25-inch touch screen infotainment system with 6 speaker setup. In addition, Seltos will get a sunroof which is not panoramic. It also gets leather seats and the GT line edition gets red stiches on the steering and the seats.
Price
The twins are expected to be priced between ₹9 Lakh to ₹17 Lakh. Above all, this price will make the SUVs compete with segment leaders like Seltos, Creta and Brezza.
Kia Seltos prices range from ₹9.89 Lakh to ₹17.34 Lakh ex-showroom. Moreover, Seltos is the current market leader in the compact SUV segment. We will have to wait till June to see the result of India 2.0 project.
