Upcoming Skoda Cars in 2026

Škoda Auto is gearing up for a significant year in India in 2026, focusing on refreshing its core models and exploring new segments, including electric vehicles. After a busy 2025 that saw the launch of the all-new Kodiaq SUV and the Octavia RS performance sedan, Škoda is now poised to bolster its mass-market portfolio and expand into EVs.

Latest Skoda Cars in India 2026

1. Škoda Kushaq Facelift — Early 2026

One of the most anticipated launches is the facelifted Škoda Kushaq, expected in Q1 2026 with an estimated price between Rs.11 lakh and Rs.18 lakh.

• The updated Kushaq will receive design tweaks to the front and rear, possibly including full-length LED light bars and revised bumpers.
• Inside, subtle updates in trims, materials and cabin colours are likely.
• Škoda may introduce segment-first features such as a rear-seat massage function and enhanced digital displays.
• Safety and tech upgrades are expected, including Level 2 ADAS, a 360-degree camera and improved AC performance.
• Engine options — the familiar 1.0 TSI and 1.5 TSI petrol units — will likely continue, while the automatic gearbox could be upgraded to an 8-speed unit.

As Škoda’s key compact SUV offering, the updated Kushaq will take on rivals like the Hyundai Creta, Tata Sierra and Maruti Grand Vitara.

2. Škoda Slavia Facelift — Late 2026

Following the SUV refresh, Škoda is planning a facelift for the Slavia midsize sedan, expected in Q4 2026 with prices around Rs.10 lakh to Rs.18 lakh.

• The Slavia facelift is expected to remain close to the current silhouette but with updated lights, bumpers and alloy wheels.
• Interior enhancements may include new displays and the addition of ADAS safety systems, an important upgrade in comparison to competitors like the Honda City and Hyundai Verna.
• The most significant powertrain change could be a shift from a 6-speed automatic to an 8-speed automatic for the turbo-petrol engine.

The refreshed Slavia will aim to stay competitive in the midsize sedan segment, which has seen heightened activity from rivals.

3. Škoda Elroq EV — Possibly H2 2026

Škoda may also bring the Elroq electric SUV to India in the second half of 2026, though this hasn’t been officially confirmed yet.

• Positioned as an electric SUV rivaling models like the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and BMW iX1 LWB, the Elroq could mark Škoda’s strong push into India’s EV market.
• In Europe, the Elroq is available in multiple battery configurations (around 52–77 kWh) and even a dual-motor RS variant, with ranges up to 560 km and brisk acceleration.
• It features Škoda’s latest Modern Solid design language, a spacious cabin with a large infotainment screen and advanced ADAS suite.

If launched locally, the Elroq could help Škoda tap into the growing demand for premium EVs in India — a segment that’s gaining pace with more offerings from global brands.