The Skoda Kushaq facelift 2026 goes up against the Kia Seltos in a rather competitive midsize SUV segment. It is here that buyers want to see an amalgamation of design, performance, safety and advanced technology. Newly updated, the Kushaq arms itself with new styling bits plus more features and better cabin tech to enhance its market positioning; meanwhile, the Seltos continues to be among top sellers due to its attractive looks and choice of engines under the hood. This comparison will bring out how the Kushaq facelift 2026 fares in competition with the Seltos on exterior design, interior features, and mechanical specifications, a direct look at what two SUVs offer.
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Skoda Kushaq Facelift 2026 Vs Kia Seltos: Design
The Skoda Kushaq feels fresh yet accurately carries forward its clean and understated design. In the updated version, it gets new LED headlamps with a revised grille and bumpers that look way sharper while keeping intact its compact proportions. Its simple yet functional styling makes for an ideal drive in the urban environment.
The Kia Seltos takes on a more aggressive and muscular look. There is a wider grille up front with sharper lighting elements connected LED taillamps at the rear, and pronounced body creases. Visually, the Seltos does look larger of the two cars and much more commanding on the road.
Skoda Kushaq Facelift 2026 Vs Kia Seltos: Interior And Features
Inside, the Kushaq facelift gets a refreshed infotainment system and fully digital instrument cluster besides other added convenience features with efforts from Skoda to better cabin quality and usability. Standard safety features comprise multiple airbags plus electronic stability control and hill-hold assist which are still the highlights.
The Seltos brings a techy cabin to life. It gets two big screens on its top trims, cooled seats, a wide sunroof, a 360-degree camera, connected features and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). This trim goes right at buyers who put high cabin tech and ease features first.
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Skoda Kushaq Facelift 2026 Vs Kia Seltos: Engine And Transmission Options
The Skoda Kushaq facelift continues to house its 1.0-litre TSI and 1.5-litre TSI petrol engines under the hood. The 1.0-litre unit is very well-balanced when it comes to efficiency and performance, while the 1.5-litre mill takes things a notch higher in terms of pick-up. Both manual and automatic transmissions are available for drivers.
The Kia Seltos comes with a wider choice of powertrains comprising petrol and diesel engines. Buyers get manual, automatic, iMT and dual-clutch transmissions to choose from. The availability of a diesel engine can be termed as a plus point for buyers who put fuel efficiency as their top most priority and higher torque.
