Skoda Kushaq Facelift Caught Testing Again, Launch Likely Soon

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Skoda Kushaq facelift will gain visual revisions and a more premium cabin while the 1.0L and 1.5L turbo petrol powertrains will continue

Skoda’s steady climb in the local market owes much to the success of the Kushaq and Slavia duo. The Kushaq, in particular, has played a pivotal role in reviving the brand’s presence in the midsize SUV segment since its launch over four years ago. Now, the Czech automaker is preparing to give its popular SUV a comprehensive mid-life update.

Camouflaged test prototypes of the facelifted Kushaq have been undergoing trials across various regions in India. The refreshed model is expected to hit showrooms either by the end of this year or in the early months of 2026 – bringing a series of cosmetic and feature enhancements to keep it competitive amid growing rivalry in the hotly contested space.

The Kushaq facelift will likely retain its familiar silhouette while adopting sharper styling cues inspired by newer global Skoda models. Expect redesigned bumpers, a new front grille, tweaked LED headlamps and tail lamps and a set of new 17-inch alloy wheels as you could see in the latest image and previously we showed you pictures of it spied alongside the updated Taigun.

Also Read: New Skoda Octavia RS Sold Out In Just 20 Minutes In India

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The updated Skoda Kushaq will continue to be underpinned by the heavily localised MQB A0 IN platform. While its overall proportions are expected to remain familiar, the facelifted version could gain subtle yet significant upgrades such as sequential turn indicators and a more premium cabin with improved surface materials and revised trims.

The 2026 Skoda Kushaq may also get a new dashboard and centre console layout. The feature list will also expand – headlined by the inclusion of a Level 2 ADAS suite. Other highlights are a larger touchscreen, an all-digital driver’s display, a 360-degree camera system, panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats at the front and powered driver seat.

Also Read: Skoda VW Sep 2025 Sales Analysis – Kylaq, Kushaq, Taigun, Virtus, Slavia

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Under the hood, the facelifted Skoda Kushaq will continue with the tried-and-tested 1.0-litre three-cylinder and 1.5-litre four-cylinder TSI turbo petrol engines that have served it well. The smaller unit delivers 115 PS and 178 Nm of torque while the larger motor develops a punchier 150 PS and 250 Nm.

Transmission choices are expected to remain unchanged as a six-speed manual, a six-speed torque converter automatic for the 1.0L and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic (DCT) for the 1.5L variant could be retained.

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Maruti Suzuki Victoris (Creta Rival) First Month Sales Figures Out

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Maruti Suzuki Victoris is available in an expansive range and is priced between Rs. 10.5 lakh and Rs. 20 lakh (ex-showroom) in India

Midway through September 2025, Maruti Suzuki introduced its new midsize SUV, the Victoris, in India with much anticipation. In its first month in the domestic market, the five-seater sold through the regular Arena dealerships has seen total dispatches of 4,261 units as it was slotted behind its sibling, the Grand Vitara, in seventh, on the midsize SUV sales table.

The Maruti Suzuki Victoris managed to get the better of Tata Harrier, Honda Elevate and Tata Safari in terms of volume numbers but it is too early to judge its consistency at the moment. The SUV is available with regular petrol, CNG and strong hybrid petrol options and it carries a competitive starting price of Rs. 10.5 lakh (ex-showroom, introductory).

Retailed in a total of six trims, the Victoris’ prices go all the way up to Rs. 20 lakh for the range-topping model (ex-showroom). According to reports, the SUV has already crossed 25,000 bookings across India and its current waiting period stands at ten weeks for select variants. It is also high on safety posting full marks in Bharat NCAP and Global NCAP crash tests.

Also Read: Maruti Suzuki’s First Electric SUV e Vitara Launching In December

The customer deliveries of the Maruti Suzuki Victoris began by Navratri festive period. Under the hood, the 1.5-litre K-Series four-cylinder petrol engine makes 103.06 PS maximum power at 6,000 rpm and 139 Nm of peak torque at 4,300 rpm. The hybrid 1.5-litre three-pot petrol mill develops 92.45 PS at 5,500 rpm and 122 Nm between 3,800 rpm and 4,800 rpm.

The Indo-Japanese manufacturer claims up to 21 kmpl fuel efficiency with the standard petrol and a higher 28.65 kmpl with the hybrid eCVT setup. The CNG version comprises a CNG tank tucked underneath to conserve boot volume – first for a Maruti Suzuki. As for dimensions, it is 4,360 mm long, 1,795 mm wide and stands 1,655 mm tall with a wheelbase of 2,600 mm.

Also Read: Maruti Suzuki Arena Diwali Discounts Oct 2025 – Brezza, Dzire, Ertiga, WagonR

The Victoris can be had with either a two-wheel drive or an all-wheel drive configuration based on the trim levels. Some of the highlighting features are two-tone interior theme, a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility, a 10.25-inch digital instrument console, ventilated front seats, gesture-controlled powered tailgate, Level 2 ADAS, Dolby Atmos 5.1-enabled eight-speaker audio, an eight-way powered driver seat and more.

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Hyundai Model Wise Sales Sep 2025 – Creta, Venue, Aura, Exter, Alcazar

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The SUV duo of Creta and Venue brought in amazing sales numbers for Hyundai in Sep 2025 but despite that, it had to settle for the fourth position behind Tata & Mahindra

Hyundai India slipped to the fourth position in Sep 2025 monthly sales despite retailing more than 50k units in the domestic market. The second spot earlier occupied by the South-Korean brand was bagged by Tata Motors while Mahindra clinched the third position with the difference of just 3k units. Hyundai has held the second position for the longest period of time in the past. However, things have changed significantly in the last 12-15 months, as the second spot has been constantly changing hands between Tata, Mahindra and Hyundai.

Hyundai retailed a total of 51,547 units in Sep 2025 as compared to 51,101 units during the same month last year. More or less, the sales numbers remained the same as 1 percent YoY growth was recorded. As has been the norm for the last few years, Hyundai Creta spearheaded the brand’s sales chart last month with a total of 18,861 units as compared to 15,902 units in Sep 2024 with a YoY growth of 19 percent.

The recent cut in GST rates heavily favoured Hyundai Venue with prices being reduced by up to Rs 1.50 lakh, depending on the variant. It resulted in a phenomenal rise in the SUV’s sales volumes which went up to 11,484 units against the 8,109 units sold in Aug 2024. Hyundai is offering massive festive season discounts on the purchase of the Venue in order to clear the existing stock as the new-gen Venue is all set to go on sale from Nov 4 in the country.

Also Read: Tata Motors And Hyundai To Launch 5 New SUVs Soon

Model & YoY Growth	Sep 2025 Sales	Sep 2024 Sales
Hyundai Creta (19%)	18,861	15,902
Hyundai Venue (12%)	11,484	10,259
Hyundai Exter (-18%)	5,643	6,908
Hyundai Aura (21%)	5,387	4,462
Hyundai Grand i10 (-17%)	4,238	5,103
Hyundai i20 (-12%)	3,884	4,428
Hyundai Alcazar (-54%)	1,234	2,712
Hyundai Verna (-39%)	725	1,198
Hyundai Tucson (-13%)	85	98
Hyundai Ioniq 5 (-81%)	6	31
Total (1%)	51,547	51,101

The third biggest gainer for Hyundai post the 2025 GST reforms was the Aura sedan with YoY growth of 21 percent. The company sold 5,387 units of the Aura last month as compared to 4,462 units in Sep 2024. Several other popular Hyundai cars such as the Exter, Grand i10 and i20 witnessed steep declines of 18 percent, 17 percent and 12 percent, respectively, in YoY sales numbers.

The YoY sales of Verna and Alcazar dropped by 39 percent and 54 percent, respectively. In fact, it was the third month on the trot for Verna with just triple digit sales volumes. However, the Alcazar showed a few signs of revival as the MoM sales increased by 4 percent. For reference, Hyundai sold 1,234 units of the SUV last month as compared to 1,187 units in Aug 2025.

Also Read: Huge Diwali Discounts On Hyundai Cars In Oct; Up To Rs. 7.05 Lakh

Lastly, the Tucson and Ioniq 5 sales numbers for Sep 2025 stood at 85 units and 6 units, respectively. The YoY sales dipped by 13 percent and 81 percent as Hyundai had sold 98 units and 31 units of the Tucson and Ioniq 5, respectively, in Sep 2024. Just so you know, Hyundai is all set to introduce the facelifted version of the Ioniq 5 with longer driving range in early 2026 in India.

In all, despite the recent GST cuts and festive season benefits, Hyundai was dethroned from the second position by desi giants namely Mahindra and Tata. However, the Korean brand has lined-up a plethora of new models in the coming few months, which could help it in reclaiming the second position in the Indian automobile industry, which it has clinged on to for the longest period of time.

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Top 10 Midsize SUVs Sep 2025 – Creta, Scorpio, XUV700, Hyryder, Victoris

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In the table of top 10 midsize SUVs in September 2025, Hyundai Creta continued to lead ahead of Mahindra Scorpio and Mahindra XUV700

The range of midsize SUVs continues to be the flag-bearer in the premium space in India’s passenger vehicle market and last month was another auspicious one for the segment. The Hyundai Creta retained its iron grip at the top while Mahindra Scorpio and XUV700 kept the heat on. The Toyota Hyryder and Tata Harrier, meanwhile, posted strong double- and triple-digit growth respectively.

The Creta remained the undisputed leader clocking 18,861 units in September with a healthy 19 per cent jump over last year’s tally of 15,862 units and it was the second most sold SUV in the country following the Tata Nexon. Most of the SUVs in the list benefitted from the commencement of festive season and tempting price drops courtesy of the GST 2.0 tax regime.

Close on its tail, Mahindra’s Scorpio line including both the Classic and N variants took second place with 18,372 units – up 27 per cent year-on-year. In the third position, Mahindra XUV700 continued its strong run with 9,764 units – posting a marginal 1 per cent growth over last year. The Toyota Hyryder surged ahead in the fourth position with 7,608 unit sales – up 41 per cent from last year, thanks to its hybrid powertrain.

Also Read: Tata Motors And Hyundai To Launch 5 New SUVs Soon

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Rank	Model (Y-o-Y %)	September 2025 Sales	September 2024 Sales
1	Hyundai Creta (19%)	18,861	15,862
2	Mahindra Scorpio (27%)	18,372	14,438
3	Mahindra XUV700 (1%)	9,764	9,646
4	Toyota Hyryder (41%)	7,608	5,385
5	Kia Seltos (-16%)	5,816	6,959
6	Maruti Grand Vitara (-45%)	5,698	10,267
7	Maruti Victoris	4,261	–
8	Tata Harrier (161%)	4,181	1,600
9	Honda Elevate (12%)	2,199	1,960
10	Tata Safari (22%)	2,000	1,644

The Kia Seltos followed in the fifth position with a domestic tally of 5,816 units – down 16 per cent as new competitors chipped away at its market share. The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara slid to sixth with 5,698 units – a notable 45 per cent decline year-on-year. However, the spotlight was on its new sibling  – the Maruti Suzuki Victoris – which debuted with 4,261 units in its very first month.

Tata Motors had a particularly strong showing. The Harrier saw a massive 161 per cent jump – rising to 4,181 units from just 1,600 last year, bolstered by its expansive range and the arrival of the electric version. The Safari, too, grew 22 per cent to 2,000 units. Rounding off the top 10, Honda’s Elevate stayed steady with 2,199 units – up 12 per cent year-on-year.

Also Read: 4 New Maruti Suzuki Hybrid & Electric SUVs Arriving In India

The month of September 2025 further showed a segment that’s evolving rapidly from customers preferring petrol and diesel engines as well as hybrid offerings while the arrival of electric versions of the popular ICE midsize SUVs had helped add numbers.

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Mahindra BE6 Rall-E Spotted Testing – Launch Likely Next Year

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The recent sighting of the rugged Rall-E version of the BE6 electric SUV suggests that the launch is around the corner

Mahindra & Mahindra is working on multiple new electric SUVs for the Indian market, including the XUV3XO EV and XEV 7e. In line with this, the test mule of a rugged off-road oriented version of the BE6 electric SUV was recently spotted, which will likely go by the name BE6 Rall-E.

The Rall-E version of the BE6 was showcased in concept form back in 2023 and was also on display at the 2024 Bharat Mobility Expo. While the test prototype was heavily camouflaged, it appeared product-ready.

The launch timeline of Mahindra’s upcoming rugged electric SUV is not clear; however, the frequent test mule spottings hint at an imminent market debut, probably sometime next year. In addition to the BE6 Rall-E, the Indian SUV manufacturer is also working on the XUV3XO EV and XEV 7e 7-seater electric SUV, both of which are also expected to go on sale in 2026.

Also Read: Mahindra XUV 700 EV (XEV 7e) Spotted Testing Again, Launch Soon?

Talking about the details of the BE6 Rall-E test mule, the overall design language is the same as the regular BE6, albeit with some minor changes. It gets a round headlamp setup upfront, the same unit seen on the concept version, which is different from what we get in the regular model. A roof carrier and off-road spec tyres can also be seen in the spy images.

Apart from this, the front and rear bumpers seem to be new, which are most likely designed to suit the SUV’s off-road credentials. We could also spot green decals, black wheel arch cladding and steel wheels on the test prototype. The interiors of the BE6 Rall-E are under wraps, however, we expect only some minor variations as compared to the regular model.

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The Mahindra BE6 Rall-E is expected to get an upgraded powertrain setup. The larger 79 kWh battery could be offered as standard with the rugged electric SUV. We also expect it to get a dual motor setup, channelling power to all four wheels.

The combined output from the dual electric motors will likely be around 389 bhp and 480 Nm of peak torque, however, nothing can be confirmed as of now. It might use a smart off-road electronic suit to control the power distribution to the front and rear axles, giving it the required off-road capabilities.

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3 Two-Wheelers Available In India With ADAS – Ultraviolette To Ola

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The inclusion of ADAS tech in two-wheelers highlights the rapid development in two-wheeler technology, with a prime focus on rider safety

ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System), a safety feature which was once limited to the premium segment, is now available in a lot of mass-market cars. In fact, it has become an important selling point for four-wheelers in India. The two-wheeler market, on the other hand, mostly relies on simpler safety features like traction control and ABS. However, a few brands have started offering a basic suite of ADAS features in their flagship models. In this article, we will look at the 3 two-wheeler available in India with ADAS.

1. Ultraviolette X-47 Crossover

Ultraviolette, the home-grown electric two-wheeler manufacturer, recently launched the all-new X-47 Crossover at a starting price of Rs. 2.49 lakh (ex-showroom). The all-electric adventure motorcycle gets the Hypersense ADAS technology as standard, which uses a 77GHz rear-facing radar system. It provides essential safety aid with blind spot alerts and rear collision detection capability, with a tracking range of up to 200 metres.

The X-47 Crossover also comes equipped with a dual-camera dashcam. The electric motorcycle is available in two battery pack options, i.e. 7.1 kWh and 10.3 kWh, offering a maximum claimed range of up to 323 kilometres.

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2. Ultraviolette Tesseract

The Tesseract e-scooter was launched earlier this year in March at a price tag of Rs. 1.45 lakh (ex-showroom). The all-electric maxi-scooter comes with a front and rear radar system, with integrated dashcam, offering features like blind-spot detection, collision alerts, lane change assist and more. This is a segment-first feature and also a first for an Indian electric scooter.

Ultraviolette has equipped its electric scooter with a 20.4 hp electric motor, claiming an IDC range of 261 kilometres on a single charge. The top speed of the Tesseract is limited to 125 kmph, and it is capable of sprinting to 60 kmph in 2.6 seconds.

Also Read: TVS Leads In Electric 2W September Sales, Ather Outsells Ola Electric

3. Ola S1 Pro Sport

Ola Electric revealed the S1 Pro Sport in August this year, announcing a price of Rs. 1.50 lakh (ex-showroom) for the brand’s most powerful scooter. It gets a camera-based ADAS suite with features like blind spot alerts, adaptive cruise control, collision warnings and traffic sign recognition. The front camera will also double up as a dashcam.

The S1 Pro Sport is powered by Ola’s new 4680 cell 5.2 kWh battery pack with an IDC claimed range of 320 kilometres on a single charge. The electric motor delivers 21.4 bhp and 71 Nm of torque, with a top speed of 152 kmph.

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Maruti Suzuki Sep 2025 Sales Analysis – Dzire, Swift, Fronx, Ertiga, Victoris

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India’s leading automaker posts a minor decline in sales in September 2025, and here are model wise sales numbers

With customers deferring purchases for the first three weeks of the month in anticipation of lower GST rates, Maruti Suzuki saw an 8% decline in retail sales in September. Demand picked up rapidly from 22nd September, when the new tax structure was implemented, but logistical constraints limited dispatches then.

According to data from Autopunditz, Maruti Suzuki delivered 1,32,821 cars in India last month, 12,141 less than in September 2024 (1,44,962 units). The Dzire was its most popular car last month, contributing 20,038 units. The sub-4 metre sedan also posted the highest year-over-year growth – 85%. For the record, the company had sold just 10,853 units of the Dzire in September last year.

The Swift, which forms the base for the Dzire, ranked second in September 2025, selling 15,547 units. Compared to the same month last year (16,241 units), though, the hatchback’s sales were down 4%. The Wagon R was close behind, with 15,388 units delivered, 15% more than in September 2024 (13,389 units).

Also Read: Top 10 Car Brands Q3 CY25; Maruti Suzuki Leads Mahindra, Tata, Hyundai

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Model	September 2025 Sales	September 2024 Sales	Difference
Maruti Dzire	20,038	10,853	85%
Maruti Swift	15,547	16,241	-4%
Maruti Wagon R	15,388	13,339	15%
Maruti Fronx	13,767	13,874	-1%
Maruti Baleno	13,173	14,292	-8%
Maruti Ertiga	12,115	17,441	-31%
Maruti Vitara Brezza	10,173	15,322	-34%
Maruti Eeco	10,035	11,908	-16%
Maruti Grand Vitara	5,698	10,267	-45%
Maruti Alto	5,434	8,655	-37%
Maruti Victoris	4,261	0	NA
Maruti XL6	2,170	3,734	-42%
Maruti S-Presso	1,774	1,708	4%
Maruti Ignis	1,704	2,514	-32%
Maruti Celerio	1,033	3,241	-68%
Maruti Jimny	296	599	-51%
Maruti Invicto	215	312	-31%
Maruti Ciaz	0	662	-100%
Total	1,32,821	1,44,962	-8%

Next on the sales chart was the Baleno-derived Fronx, registering 13,767 units, with just 1% year-over-year decline (September 2024: 13,874 units). The Baleno itself wasn’t that far behind, recording 13,173 units, although its sales were 8% down compared to September 2024 (14,292 units). The Ertiga took the fifth position, with 12,115 units. The three-row MPV saw a 31% year-over-year decline in sales (September 2024: 17,441 units).

The Vitara Brezza contributed 10,173 units to Maruti Suzuki’s September 2025 sales. Compared to the same month last year (15,322 units), the Hyundai Venue rival saw a steep 34% decline. The Eeco was next on the sales chart, registering 10,035 units, down 16% from September last year (11,908 units).

Also Read: Maruti Suzuki’s First Electric SUV e Vitara Launching In December

The Grand Vitara saw a massive 45% year-over-year decline last month, with just 5,698 units sold as opposed to 10,267 units in September last year. The Alto was next on the sales chart, contributing 5,434 units. The entry-level hatchback saw a 37% year-over-year decline (September 2024: 8,655 units).

The Victoris, Maruti Suzuki’s new Hyundai Creta rival, had its first month of sales in September 2025. The company launched it on the 15th of the month and still managed to deliver 4,261 units. The Ertiga-derived XL6 registered 2,170 units, seeing an even bigger, 42% year-over-year decline (September 2024: 3,734 units).

Maruti Suzuki sold 1,774 units of the S-Presso in September 2025, 4% more than in the same month last year (1,708 units). The Ignis was close behind, logging 1,704 units, but with a 32% year-over-year decline (September 2024: 2,514 units). The Celerio recorded just 1,033 units in sales last month, marking the highest, 68% year-over-year decline (September 2024: 3,241 units).

The Jimny, registering just 296 units, was among Maruti Suzuki’s lowest-selling models in September 2025. Compared to the same month last year (599 units), the off-road-oriented mini SUV’s sales were 51% down. The Invicto, closely related to the Toyota Innova Hycross, was Maruti Suzuki’s lowest-selling model in September 2025. The company delivered just 215 units of the premium MPV last month, which marked a 31% year-over-year decline (September 2024: 312 units).

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