The new Maruti Grand Vitara is here. Let’s see how it compares to the Skoda Kushaq in terms of Price, Specs, and Features
The new 2022 Maruti Grand Vitara is the latest entrant in the company’s NEXA portfolio and features its signature design language (Crafted Futurism). It comes with the best In-class fuel efficiency and a powerful hybrid powertrain. The premium SUV features a distinct exterior design and sophisticated interiors with top-end features. It will compete with the likes of Hyundai Creta, Skoda Kushaq, and Kia Seltos. In our 2022 Maruti Grand Vitara vs Skoda Kushaq comparison, let’s see how the two compact SUVs compare with each other in terms of price, specs, and features.
The 2022 Maruti Grand Vitara comes in a price range of Rs 9.5 lakh – Rs 18 lakh (ex-showroom). On the other hand, the Skoda Kushaq is priced at Rs 11.29 lakh – Rs 19.49 lakh (ex-showroom). It is slightly more expensive.
Skoda Kushaq vs Maruti Grand Vitara Specifications Comparison
| · Specs | · Maruti Grand Vitara | · Skoda Kushaq |
| · Engine | · 1.5-liter mild hybrid; 1.5-liter intelligent hybrid |
· 1.0L TSI MT petrol; 1.5-litre turbo-petrol; |
| · Power | · 92.45PS (P)/ 103.06PS (Hybrid) | · 115 bhp/ 150PS |
| · Torque | · 122Nm (P)/ 136.8Nm (Hybrid) | · 178 Nm/ 250Nm |
| · Transmission | · 5-speed MT/6-speed AT /e-CVT | · 6-speed MT/ 7-speed DCT |
| · Mileage | · 21.11 kmpl – 27.97 kmpl | · 17.7 kmpl – 19.2 kmpl |
The new Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is powered by a 1.5-liter intelligent hybrid powertrain that outputs 68kW (92.45PS) of peak power and 122Nm of max torque. A 1.5-liter engine option offers 75.8kW (103.06PS) and 136.8Nm of peak power and max torque. The Smart Hybrid variants get 6-speed Automatic Transmission with Paddle Shifters and 5-speed Manual. However, the Intelligent Electric Hybrid variants get e-CVT transmission. The new car offers impressive fuel efficiency of 27.97 kmpl with the 1.5-litre hybrid powertrain and 21.11 kmpl with the Petrol option.