The dust has barely settled on the March 21 launch of the 2026 Skoda Kushaq Facelift, but the real news for value-conscious buyers is happening in the “old” stockyard. On April 18, 2026, Skoda Auto India officially greenlit a massive liquidation strategy, offering cumulative benefits of up to ₹3,00,000 on the outgoing MY25 (Model Year 2025) Kushaq.
This move aims to clear the remaining inventory of the pre-facelift units as the brand shifts its focus to the “Modern Solid” design language of the new model. If you can live without a connected LED light bar and the Google Gemini AI assistant, this might be the most disruptive deal in the mid-SUV segment this year.
The ₹3 Lakh Breakdown: Where Do You Save?
This isn’t a generic “up to” claim. The discount structure for the MY25 models is remarkably transparent, though it varies based on dealer stock levels:
- Flat Cash Discount: Up to ₹2,00,000 off the sticker price (primary focus on the 1.5L TSI variants).
- Exchange Bonus: An additional ₹50,000 when you trade in your old vehicle at a Skoda dealership.
- Corporate & Loyalty Benefits: A combined ₹50,000 for existing Skoda owners or employees of partner organizations.
Facelift vs. Outgoing: Is the New One Worth the Premium?
With the 2026 Facelift priced between ₹10.69 lakh and ₹18.99 lakh, the price gap between a discounted old unit and a new one can be as high as ₹3.5 lakh. Here is what you gain (and lose) by choosing the discount:
| Feature | Outgoing MY25 (Discounted) | New 2026 Facelift |
| Infotainment | 10-inch Standard Touchscreen | 10.1-inch with Google Gemini AI |
| Transmission | 6AT / 7DSG | New 8-Speed Torque Converter (1.0L) |
| Design | Classic Skoda Crystalline | Illuminated Grille & Connected LEDs |
| New Colors | Honey Orange / Tornado Red | Shimla Green / Cherry Red |
| Rear Seat | Standard Bench | First-in-segment Massage Function |
Strategy Check: Why Now?
Skoda’s “futuREady” roadmap for India is picking up speed. With the Kylaq sub-compact SUV dominating the budget space and the Kodiaq RS confirmed for a late 2026 launch, the brand needs to streamline its middle-ground inventory.
Interestingly, even early MY26 units of the pre-facelift design (manufactured in Jan/Feb) are carrying benefits of up to ₹1.05 lakh, proving that Skoda is aggressively chasing a 5% market share target by 2030.
The Verdict
The 2026 Facelift is a technological marvel with its 10.25-inch digital driver’s display and ventilated, massage-enabled rear seats. However, if your priority is the MQB-A0-IN platform’s legendary driving dynamics and a 5-star safety rating, saving ₹3 lakh on the outgoing model is a “mechanical steal.”
Would you take the ₹3 lakh savings on the classic Kushaq, or is the new Shimla Green facelift worth the full price? Let us know in the comments!
