Skoda Kushaq vs Honda Elevate

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Skoda Kushaq

Skoda Kushaq

Monte Carlo 1.5 TSI DCT

18.99 lakh

Honda Elevate

Honda Elevate

Petrol ADV Edition CVT

16.78 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
N/A

Engine Displacement

1498 cc
1498 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Petrol

Gearbox Type

DCT
CVT

Number of Gears

7
–

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

N/A
–

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

–

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

N/A
–

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

–

Max Engine Power

149.55 hp at 5000 - 6000 rpm
121hp at 6600 rpm

Max Engine Torque

250 Nm at 1600 - 3500 rpm
145Nm at 4300 rpm

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Direct Injection
–

E20 Compatibility

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Terrain Modes

Auto Start/Stop

N/A
–

Official Fuel Economy

18.72 kmpl
16.92 kmpl

Autocar Tested City Mileage

8.9 kmpl
8.6 kmpl

Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

15.4 kmpl
13.1 kmpl

Fuel Tank Capacity

50 litres
40 litres

Autocar Tested Mileage

12.15 kmpl
10.85 kmpl

0-100kph

9.62 s
–

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

5.18 s
–

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

6.37 s
–

User Reported Mileage

–
24.22 kmpl

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

McPherson suspension
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Nonindependent, Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

4 Wheel Steer

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc
Drum

Wheel Size

17 inches
17 inches

Front Tyre Size

205/55 R17
215/55 R17

Rear Tyre Size

205/55 R17
215/55 R17

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
N/A

Turning Radius

–
5.2 m

Dimensions

Length

4229 mm
4312 mm

Width

1760 mm
1790 mm

Height

1612 mm
1650 mm

Wheelbase

2651 mm
2650 mm

Ground Clearance

188 mm
220 mm

Kerb Weight

1321 - 1322 kg
1258 kg

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

491 - 1405 litres
458 litres

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
–

Bottle Holder in Doors

Rear Parcel Tray

Cooled Glovebox

Bluetooth Connectivity

Cup Holders

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Part Digital / Part Analogue

Door Pockets

Driver Armrest Storage

Glove Box

Front Seatback Pockets

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
–

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

Push Button Start

Climate Control

1-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Rear Window Sun Shades

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Power Outlet

Sunroof

Panoramic
Single Pane

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Cruise Control

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Rear Reading Lamp

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Roof Grab Handles

–

Cooled Storage

–

12 Volt Port

–

Powered Tailgate

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Interior Lamps

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Trunk Light

–

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Steering Mounted Controls

–
Audio and Phone

Vehicle to load (V2L)

–

Safety

Crash Test Rating

–

Airbags

6
6

GNCAP Rating

5
–

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Rear

Parking Camera

360 degree

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

NCAP Rating

5
–

Day Night Interior Mirror

–
Automatic

Side Airbag

–

Brake Disc Wiping

–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Curtain Airbag

–

Speed Assist System

–

Dashcam

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

–
Driver's Window Only

Video Recording

–

Overspeed Warning

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Passenger Airbag

–

Rollover Protection System

–

Heads Up Display

–

High Beam Assist

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Door Ajar Warning

–

Driver Airbag

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Dual Tone Horn

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Roof Rails

Functional

Projector Headlamps

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED

Front Fog Lamps

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

Scuff Plates

–

Stop Lamp

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

ORVM turn indicators

–

Connected LED

–

Illuminated Logo

–

Spoiler

–

Cornering Headlights

–

LED taillights

–

LED headlamps

–

Antenna

–
Shark Fin

LED fog lamps

–

LED DRLs

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

Rub Strips

–

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital

Tachometer

Digital

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Gear Indicator

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

Seats

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Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

–

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Front Only

Heated Seats

Massage Seats

Rear Only

Front Seat Armrest

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
60:40

Third Row Seats

Seat Count

5
5

Seat Material

–
Leatherette

Third Row Seats Split

–

Third Row Seats Fold

–

Entertainment

Audio System

Speakers

6
8

CD Player

USB Input

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

10.01-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Satellite Navigation

Voice Commands

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Inbuilt Music App

–

AUX Input

–

Connected Car Features

Find My Car

–

Tow Away Alert

–

Auto Crash Alert

–

Emergency Call Button

–

SOS Button

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

–

Phone App

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Google/Alexa connectivity

–

Alexa Compatibility

–

Low Battery Warning

–

Location Based Services

–

Live Traffic Updates On App

–

Home to Car Connectivity

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Smart Drive Information

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Digital Key

–

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Questions you may find useful

•1w

I have been using Honda City manual for the last 21 years. Now, I want a car with automatic transmission for city running mostly. My average running is around 1000km a month. Can you suggest whether I should buy Seltos, Creta, Kushaq or Elevate?

Verified
•1w

Given your usage of around 1,000 km a month, mostly in the city, the priority should be a smooth and reliable automatic transmission, good ride comfort and ease of ownership. The Kia Seltos IVT is the most natural recommendation here. The IVT gearbox is also very smooth, and the Seltos feels more premium and feature-rich than the competition. Alternatively, consider the Honda Elevate. The CVT is exceptionally smooth in stop-start traffic, Honda’s ownership experience is proven, and the car is simple, reliable and easy to live with.The Skoda Kushaq is the driver’s choice, with a more engaging driving experience, but in city running, that doesn't matter much. The Hyundai Creta is a good all-rounder, but it is due for a full model change in 2027, which makes the Seltos and Elevate stronger recommendations at this point.

VehicleKia Seltos
VehicleHonda Elevate
VehicleHyundai Creta
VehicleSkoda Kushaq
•5w

How is the taigun highline automatic. Between, Honda elevate , Skoda kushaq and Grand vitara . Looking for automatic option

•5w

Dear Sir/Madam, I would appreciate your advice regarding the purchase of a compact SUV for my parents, who are around 65+ years old. The vehicle will mainly be used for commuting within a rural town, with occasional city drives and around 2 airport trips per year. My requirements are: Petrol automatic transmission, Good interior space and comfortable seating for 5 passengers, Good fuel efficiency, Easy and stress-free ownership with long-term reliability, Comfortable ride quality suitable for elderly passengers, and good after-sales support (service centres of major brands are available within 20 km). I am considering models such as the Honda Elevate, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Toyota Hyryder, Volkswagen Taigun/Kushaq, and similar compact SUVs. Could you please advise which would be the best choice considering space, efficiency, comfort, reliability, and long-term maintenance? Is the Honda Elevate still a good buy compared with the newer competitors? Your suggestions would be highly appreciated. Thank you.

Verified
•5w

For your parents’ requirements, the Honda Elevate is still a very strong recommendation. It is a simple, reliable and easy-to-live-with SUV with a naturally aspirated petrol engine and a CVT automatic, which makes it very smooth and stress-free to drive, especially in rural and city conditions. Honda’s reputation for long-term reliability and low maintenance costs also makes it a sensible choice for ownership beyond five years.The Elevate’s ride quality is comfortable and well-suited to elderly passengers, and the seating position is upright and easy to get in and out of. This Honda car has a spacious cabin and a large boot, which will be useful for airport runs. The only drawback is that the engine is not as punchy as some turbocharged rivals, but for your parents’ usage pattern, that is not a concern.If you want something with a bit more space and a softer ride, the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder mild hybrid is worth considering. It is more fuel-efficient and has a comfortable ride, but the boot is smaller. The Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos, with their 1.5-litre NA engines and IVT, are good choices too, offering more modern interiors, though they will cost a bit more than the Elevate.Overall, the Honda Elevate remains one of the best choices for your parents’ needs - simple, reliable, comfortable and easy to own.

VehicleHonda Elevate
VehicleToyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder
VehicleHyundai Creta
VehicleKia Seltos
•5w

I am planning to buy a compact SUV for my father (65+ years old) and would like to get your advice. The car will be used mainly for commuting in rural towns, with occasional city drives and airport trips (around 2-3 times a year). My priorities are: petrol automatic, good space, comfortable seating for 5 people, good fuel efficiency, easy and stress-free ownership, long-term reliability, low maintenance, and comfortable ride quality for elderly passengers. I am considering Honda Elevate, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Toyota Hyryder, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, and also Tata Sierra. Do you think the Honda Elevate is still a good choice, or would you recommend another model that meets my requirements?

Verified
•5w

The Honda Elevate is still a very good choice for your requirements. It is a simple, reliable and easy-to-own car with a comfortable ride and a proven naturally aspirated petrol engine paired with a smooth CVT automatic. For your father's usage pattern - rural town commuting, occasional city drives and airport runs - the Honda car's fuss-free ownership experience, good ground clearance and comfortable seating make it a strong contender. It is, however, a bit on the noisy side.That said, the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder mild hybrid is also worth serious consideration. This Toyota car offers better fuel efficiency, a comfortable ride and Toyota's strong reputation for reliability and low maintenance. The mild hybrid system provides a noticeable efficiency advantage in mixed driving conditions, and the car is well-suited to long-term ownership. However, its back seat and boot space aren't as good as the Honda's.Between the two, the decision comes down to priorities. If you value hassle-free simplicity and a proven ownership experience, the Elevate is the safer bet. If fuel efficiency and Toyota's ownership reputation are more important, the Hyryder mild hybrid is the better choice. Both cars are well-suited to your father's needs, and you cannot go wrong with either.

VehicleHonda Elevate
VehicleToyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder
•7w

I want to upgrade my car from the Tata Tiago to an SUV. I will 90% of the time run in the city and most of the time in moderate traffic. My budget is 15 lakhs, and I want to go for an automatic car. I was considering the new Skoda Kushaq Classic Plus AT, Honda Elevate VT and Kia Seltos HTE Opt iVT. My preference is safety, comfortable, and decent mileage petrol car. Could you please suggest which one suits my requirements best?

Verified
•7w

Go for the Kia Seltos IVT. With 90% city use, its smooth, automatic and light controls make it easy to drive, and the NA 1.5 petrol delivers better city mileage than the Kushaq turbo and the Elevate. It also rides well over bad patches, and the high seating gives great visibility for traffic and speed breakers. It also has a 5-star safety rating and a lot of standard safety features.The Skoda Kushaq automatic is the fun one, and crash safety is top tier, but its turbo automatic tends to drink more in stop-and-go, and the cabin is a bit tighter.One thing to watch: these automatic cars can creep over Rs. 15 lakh on-road, depending on your city, so check local pricing.

VehicleKia Seltos
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