Škoda Auto Volkswagen, India, commence production of Kushaq SUV On February 23, Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited announced that it has started the production of the new Škoda Kushaq at its Chakan plant near Pune, ahead of customer deliveries scheduled to begin in March 2026.​ The Kushaq adds features such as a new 8‑speed torque converter automatic transmission, while continuing to offer up to 40 active and passive safety feature...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/23

2025. The plants also produced over 85,000 VW Group vehicles alongside Škoda models. In China, Škoda made 12,100 vehicles in 2025 at plants in Changsha, Ningbo, and Nanjing. In Ukraine, 1,200 units of Karoq SUVs were assembled from SKD kits in Solomonovo. In Vietnam began production of Slavia and Kushaq in 2025, producing 2,500 units by year-end. In Kazakhstan, 2,800 vehicles were assembled from SKD kits in 2025 Based on Škoda press release...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/02

Škoda launches updated Kushaq model in India with new design and technology On January 20, Škoda Auto launched the updated Kushaq in India with new design, technology, and features. The SUV now offers a new eight-speed automatic transmission with the 1.0 TSI engine, which generates the output of 85 kW and 178 Nm of torque. The engine is also available with a six-speed manual. The 1.5 TSI engine generates output of 110 kW and 250 Nm of torque wi...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/20

oup brands for over 15 years. Škoda plans to focus on young drivers and families in major Saudi cities. The brand has also created a Škoda Middle East office within Volkswagen Group Middle East to manage growth and coordinate activities in the region. The lineup for Saudi Arabia includes Octavia, Kushaq, Karoq, Kodiaq SUVs, and Superb hatchback and Combi estate will be added soon. In 2026, Slavia compact saloon will launch to meet strong demand...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/19

Skoda launches locally assembled Kushaq SUV in Vietnam Announced on June 30, 2025, Skoda has begun sales of the locally assembled Kushaq in Vietnam. Built from CKD kits imported from India, the SUV benefits from synergies with Skoda’s Indian operations. The Kushaq features a robust MQB chassis with high-strength steel, a 115-PS 1.0L TSI turbo engine (178 Nm torque), 6-speed automatic transmission, and class-leading driver-assist technologies. T...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/01

Skoda Kushaq SUV’s production in Vietnam officially begins On March 26, 2025, Skoda Auto and Thanh Cong Group (TC Group) commenced series production of the Kushaq SUV in Vietnam, scheduled to be launched in the local market in Q2/2025. This is expected to be followed by the first Vietnam-assembled Slavia sedans rolling off the line in summer. Both the Kushaq and Slavia models are assembled from completely knocked-down (CKD) kits imported from I...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/28

orkshop. The factory’s construction started in early 2023, and by the end of 2024, it had conducted a trial operation. Immediately after the inauguration, the factory will officially operate the production and assembly of Skoda vehicles. It is expected that the first automobile product, the Skoda Kushaq, will be launched in Vietnam in Q2/2025.   (From Thanh Cong Group press release dated March 22, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/25

Škoda Auto enters Omani market On February 27, Škoda Auto officially entered the Omani market, marking the next step in its strategic expansion across the Middle East.  In partnership with Premium Motors, Škoda introduced a full range of European-built ICE models alongside the Kushaq imported from India.  Škoda aims to achieve 10,000 annual deliveries in the Middle East.  As part of its long-term strategy, Škoda also plans to introduce el...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/27

ization rate, while paying attention to support and incentive policies. It assessed Thanh Cong as a reliable partner. The new automobile manufacturing and assembly plant project in Viet Hung Industrial Park, Ha Long, Quang Ninh is expected to be completed in Q1/2025. The plant's first 2 CKD models, Kushaq and Slavia, will also be launched in 2025. With a total investment of USD 500 million, Thanh Cong Viet Hung Automobile Factory is entering the ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/22

Bharat Mobility 2025: Skoda showcases diverse ICE and EV lineup including all-new Kylaq On January 17, Skoda Auto India showcased its lineup of ICE and EV models at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, held from January 17 to 22, 2025, in New Delhi, India. The display features eight models, i.e. the all-new Kylaq and its accessorized version, Kushaq Monte Carlo variant, all-new Kodiaq, all-new Superb, facelifted Octavia vRS, Elroq, and Vision 7S...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/21

new models in 2025. Key highlights include the affordable all-electric Elroq SUV, the updated Enyaq, and the Kylaq compact SUV designed to increase sales in India. The production of the Elroq model will begin soon. Skoda’s new Vietnam plant will soon start assembling vehicles, beginning with the Kushaq and later the Slavia, leveraging its Indian production network. Škoda is also gaining traction in other markets such as Kazakhstan, with over ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/16

o, Toyota Fortuner, and Mazda CX-8. At VMS 2024, the all-new Kodiaq was introduced in 2 versions: Selection 2.0 TDI and Sportline 4×4 2.0 TDI.  Skoda also introduced the D-segment Skoda Superb Wagon, the C-segment Octavia vRS sedan, and the Skoda Enyaq vRS EV. In addition, the B-segment SUV Skoda Kushaq (with CKD plan confirmed) made a strong impression at the event. (From TC Group Vietnam release dated October 24, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/25

Skoda Auto India reveals Kylaq SUV preview ahead of November launch On October 15, Skoda Auto India unveiled a preview of its upcoming Kylaq subcompact SUV, scheduled for a global debut on November 6, 2024.  Built on the MQB-A0-IN platform shared with the Kushaq and Slavia, the Kylaq will feature a 1.0 TSI engine delivering 85 kW of power and 178 Nm of torque, paired with either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission.  Measuring 3,995 mm ...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/15

alled the Kylaq. Kylaq is derived from the Sanskrit word for crystal, reflecting both the vehicle’s pristine qualities and inspiration from Mt. Kailash. The SUV is Skoda Auto India’s first-ever foray into the compact SUV segment. It is based on the MQB-A0-IN platform, the same as the one of the Kushaq SUV and the Slavia sedan. The platform was specifically developed for India by teams in India and the Czech Republic. The SUV will implement th...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/21

Skoda Auto India gets E20 compliant certification for its 1.0 TSI engine from ARAI On July 23, the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) certified Skoda Auto India’s 1.0 TSI engine to be E20 compliant. The 1.0 TSI powers the Kushaq SUV and Slavia sedan in Skoda Auto India’s line-up. The engine is mated to a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic. The 1.5 TSI powering these two cars is also undergoing tests. The results of this ar...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/23

Škoda Auto Volkswagen India receives ARAI approval certificate for models compatible with E20 fuel On June 1, the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) announced that Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Pvt. Ltd. (SAVWIPL)has obtained CMVR (Central Motor Vehicles Rules) Type Approval certificates ahead of schedule for the Škoda Kushaq, Škoda Slavia, VW Taigun, and VW Virtus, all equipped with 1.0L TSI engines compatible with E20 fuel.  The...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/06

Skoda Auto enters Bruneian market On January 30 Skoda Auto announced its entrance to the market of Brunei thanks to its partnership with T.C.Y. Motors. The first showroom of the brand is located in Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of the country. The models Skoda in introducing to the market are Octavia RS and Kodiaq Sportline models imported from Europe as well as the Slavia and Kushaq made in India. By the end of the year, Skoda plans to launch...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/31

ked-down (SKD) kits. Across the four Chinese factories in Changsha (Kodiaq and Kodiaq GT), Nanjing (Kamiq, Kamiq GT and Superb), Ningbo (Octavia, Octavia Pro and Karoq) and Yizheng (Rapid), Škoda built approximately 18,500 vehicles in 2023. Škoda manufactured 48,000 units of the locally developed Kushaq and Slavia models at the Pune factory and 4,400 units of Superb, Octavia, and Kodiaq models at the Aurangabad plant in India. Based on Škoda A...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/24

am, further has the infrastructure to scale up to 40,000 car sets annually. The made-in-India kits will be shipped from India to Vietnam for final production in the first phase and will also serve several emerging markets in the ASEAN region in the future.Skoda Auto will export the Slavia sedan and Kushaq SUV to Vietnam, following the CKD assembly approach. The export procedure entails parts being shipped to Vietnam through the port of Mumbai. Fi...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/17

Skoda Auto officially enters Vietnam with launch of Karoq and Kodiaq SUVs; business plans unveiled On September 23, 2023, Skoda Auto celebrated its official market entry in Vietnam with the launch of the Karoq and Kodiaq SUVs, imported from Europe (Kvasiny plant, Czechia), with local sales starting on September 25 at Skoda’s first local dealership (in Hanoi). From H2/2024, the first Skoda Kushaq units will be shipped from the Pune facility in ...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/25