Skoda Kushaq, Slavia get Elegance Editions

Skoda Auto India has launched a special edition of the Kushaq SUV and Slavia sedan, priced from Rs 18.31 lakh and Rs 17.52 lakh, respectively. Called the Elegance Edition, these limited-run models will sport a new Deep Black exterior colour and more equipment than the respective top-spec Style variants.

Skoda Kushaq, Slavia Elegance Editions design

Along with the new black finish, the Elegance Editions also see liberal amounts of chrome used for contrast, such as on the grille, on the tailgate of the Slavia and the door mouldings. Skoda also provides puddle lamps on both models, and Kushaq Elegance Edition additionally gets the 17-inch Vega alloy wheels seen on the Monte Carlo variant of the midsize SUV. Elegance badges also adorn each model’s B-pillars.

Skoda Kushaq, Slavia Elegance Editions interior

Changes to the interior over the top-spec Style trim include door sill scuff plates for the Slavia Elegance Edition, new mats and aluminium pedals for both cars, and Elegance badges on their respective steerings and cushions. The features list remains identical, from the 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system and digital cluster to the six-speaker plus subwoofer sound system.

Skoda Kushaq, Slavia Elegance Editions powertrain

Skoda offers the Elegance Editions with the 150hp, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine only, though both the 6-speed manual and the 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox options are on offer.

Skoda Kushaq, Slavia Elegance Editions price

The Kushaq Elegance Edition is priced Rs 20,000 higher than its respective Style trim, and Rs 12,000 more than the previously launched (and still on sale) Matte Edition. However, the Kushaq Monte Carlo trims are still priced at about Rs 50,000 higher. Meanwhile, the Slavia Elegance Edition costs Rs 40,000 more than its respective Style trim, and Rs 20,000 more than its Matte Edition variant.

All prices, ex-showroom, India

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