Skoda Kushaq vs Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara

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Skoda Kushaq

Skoda Kushaq

Monte Carlo 1.5 TSI DCT

18.99 lakh

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara

Strong Hybrid Alpha+ (O) AT

19.57 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
N/A

Engine Displacement

1498 cc
1490 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
3

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Petrol-Electric Hybrid

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
92.45hp at 5500rpm

Max Engine Torque

250 Nm at 1600 - 3500 rpm
122Nm at 3800-4800

Motor Type

–
AC Synchronous Motor

Number of Motors

–
1

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Combined Max Power

–
116hp

Max Motor Power

–
80hp

Max Motor Torque

–
141Nm

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
27.97 kmpl

Autocar Tested City Mileage

8.9 kmpl
–

Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

15.4 kmpl
–

Fuel Tank Capacity

50 litres
45 litres

Autocar Tested Mileage

12.15 kmpl
–

0-100kph

9.62 s
–

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

5.18 s
–

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

6.37 s
–

City Fuel Economy as Tested

–
23.77 kmpl

Highway Fuel Economy as Tested

–
20.39 kmpl

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

McPherson suspension
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
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
Discs

Rear Brakes

Disc
Discs

Wheel Size

17 inches
17 inches

Front Tyre Size

205/55 R17
215/60 R17

Rear Tyre Size

205/55 R17
215/60 R17

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
Space Saver

Turning Radius

–
5.4 m

Dimensions

Length

4229 mm
4345 mm

Width

1760 mm
1795 mm

Height

1612 mm
1645 mm

Wheelbase

2651 mm
2600 mm

Ground Clearance

188 mm
–

Kerb Weight

1321 - 1322 kg
1285 kg

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

491 - 1405 litres
–

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Bottle Holder in Doors

Rear Parcel Tray

Cooled Glovebox

–

Bluetooth Connectivity

Cup Holders

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Door Pockets

Driver Armrest Storage

Glove Box

–

Front Seatback Pockets

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
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
Panoramic

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Cruise Control

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Powered Tailgate

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Steering Mounted Controls

–
Audio and Phone

Roof Grab Handles

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Rear Reading Lamp

–
LED

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Trunk Light

–

Interior Lamps

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

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
Auto

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Rear

Parking Camera

Rear

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

NCAP Rating

5
–

Dual Tone Horn

–

Door Ajar Warning

–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Driver Airbag

–

Day Night Interior Mirror

–
Automatic

Dashcam

–

Side Airbag

–

Curtain Airbag

–

Speed Assist System

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Passenger Airbag

–

Overspeed Warning

–

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Heads Up Display

–

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

High Beam Assist

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Roof Rails

Functional

Projector Headlamps

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED

Front Fog Lamps

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

Door Handle Finish

–
Body Coloured

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

ORVM turn indicators

–

LED DRLs

–

LED headlamps

–

LED fog lamps

–

LED taillights

–

Illuminated Logo

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

Antenna

–
Shark Fin

Stop Lamp

–

Spoiler

–

Charging Indicator On Light Bar

–

Connected LED

–

Cornering Headlights

–

Sequential Turn Indicators

–

Rub Strips

–

Scuff Plates

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

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

–

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
Front Only

Heated Seats

Massage Seats

Rear Only

Front Seat Armrest

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
Yes with Holders

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Manual

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
60:40

Third Row Seats

Seat Count

5
5

Seat Material

–
Leatherette

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Entertainment

Audio System

Speakers

6
4

CD Player

USB Input

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

10.01-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Satellite Navigation

Phone-based

Voice Commands

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Front USB port

–
Type A and Type C

AUX Input

–

Connected Car Features

Anti Theft Immobilisation

–

Find My Car

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

–

Tow Away Alert

–

Emergency Call Button

–

Alexa Compatibility

–

Driving Analytics

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Low Battery Warning

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Geo Fence

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Phone App

–

Service Reminder Via App

–

Smart Drive Information

–

Questions you may find useful

•1w

I own a 2021 Maruti Brezza (petrol), which is not E20 compatible, and I am getting low mileage. Now I'm looking for a new car and am confused between the following options: Kia Seltos HTE(O) IVT, Hyundai Creta EX CVT, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Zeta(O), and Skoda Kushaq (TC) I have seen a few posts and videos suggesting that the new Creta and Grand Vitara will be launched in the coming months. Should I wait for the new launches to get the best car? Kindly suggest, as having multiple options is creating a lot of confusion.

Verified
•6d

While your concerns are valid, do note that all cars will see a mileage drop running on E20 petrol; it's just that E10 compliant cars like your 2021 Maruti Suzuki Brezza will see a relatively higher impact due to the engine not being calibrated for the fuel. As for which car to pick, since mileage is your maximum priority, we recommend the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Zeta (O). It remains the mileage king in its segment, and even when you factor in the efficiency drop, it will do better than the others you have shortlisted. Bear in mind, however, that it uses the same 1.5-litre petrol engine as your Brezza, so in terms of powertrain, it won't feel like much of an upgrade on that front. As for the new launches, the Grand Vitara may get a minor facelift later this year, but it will not really impact the overall ownership experience (or mileage), so we recommend going ahead and buying it now. The next-gen Hyundai Creta is not due until sometime in 2027.

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•4w

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