Technically the ecosport did...yeah Duster came first but Duster looks like a proper SUV rather than a compact SUV.....Eco sport was the starting of boom in that compact SUV(hatchback on steroids) segment....sadly it got left behind With hyundai doing exactly what Maruti failed at.....pinching the weak pulses of Indian buyers and giving them wholesale features and demanding 1.5 times the price of what the car is actually worth just due to features that are gimmicky. Coz Maruti can't afford to increase the price by even 50000 but Hundai successfully managed to increase it by lakhs. To put it into perspective the base model of creta is around 12 lakhs and the top model is around 22 lakhs which means that the price difference of options in the top model and base model is almost closer to the price of the base model car which is quite shocking.
Skoda Kushaq is the best car in this segment. Much better than Seltos and Creta in terms of power. Stability at high speed, no body roll, mileage. Very strong build quality, and if I talk about maintenance cost, that too is well-taken care of in this model. The yearly maintenance cost is around lesser than my previous car(Swift).
1:17 you can bend a bit and check the exhaust.. I'm pretty sure the 1.5 has dual tip exhausts..and even on the inside, the 1.5 has the auto stop start button if I'm not wrong😄
KIA SELTOS HAS EVERYTHING ..RELIABLE ENGINE, GREAT VALUE AFTER SALES, HOT EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR , PREMIUM SYSTEM AND SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE IS NICE ... ONLY BUILT QUALITY SUCKS IT
It's Kia India fault for build quality , seltos in other countries has good quality and in some countries it's cheaper with good quality (I don't if it because of taxes in other countries but still cheap is cheap)
The title of the video should have been "3 Cars people wont buy, but we are enthusiastic to sell". Seriously, I don't understand the point of bringing into the comparison the petrol Creta and Seltos. Do people even buy them? The sales volume in this segment is dominated by the diesel models (At least for the two). If Skoda can't offer a diesel, it is their problem. Making a 34 Min long video won't solve it.
Suggestion - this episode like certain others are too much dragged with lot of talking talking and talking inside the cars. Would be better if you keep it a bit crisper and get to the point a bit early. At a point I lost interest.
I love the fact that skoda offers a Manual with their potent engines. Should become standard practice across the board with the kind of weather & traffic we live in. DCTs though fun on straights aren’t always reliable, not so much fun into corners, good ones cost a ton to manufacture and having to babysit them is so counter intuitive! Those stupid IMTs & AMTs need to go away from anything that’s advertised “sporty” & especially north of 17-18L OR!! That said would love to see OEMs turn to employing better Torque Converters on premium offerings as well just like BMW.
Believe me , a 1.5MPI is more robust, More refined and easier to drive and maintain than a microscopic 1.0GDI turbo. You also don’t miss much of the performance and mileage too in most cases Indian customers are not wrong in their thinking and there is no replacement for displacement
Just to correct you, its not Creta that gave birth to this segment, its the Renault Duster that did. So it may be a creta segment for now, but was given birth by Duster.
@@Explorer_indy89 Kid, grow up. Get the facts clear. Ecosport is a sub-4m ( sub compact SUVs) and Duster, Creta ( mid-size SUVs) all are above 4meters. Its different segment completely. Ecosport price ends where Duster and Creta starts. FYI Ecosport competes with Nexon, Venue, Sonet, Vitara Brezza. Improve your knowledge.
Donot go for DSG if you are from metro cities. Keeping the driving dynamics of DSG and reliability in stop and go. Uphill issues, jerking at low speeds. Torque converter is more reliable. Though it’s little less fuel efficient , but that is the way. DSG though it’s responsive, in sedate driving, it behaves weird, it holds revs during uphill ascent beyond 3000 rpm. DSG is designed for performance, but You don’t do racing every time
Reliability and post sales service is a real horror for the new owners. DSG - “EPC errors” and vehicle stalling are a real problem from the initial owners. Really hope Skoda brings their A game there or else we are looking at yet another non-Asian company packing their bags (I am looking at you Ford).
That holds true for the DCT on the hyundai & kia as well. Any kind of modern dry clutch system will have reliability issues if not driven properly. Yes VW & Ford had bigger problems in their 1st gen twin clutch systems, but that is a thing of the past. Post 2017 the DSGs you get here are much more compliant if driven well… similar to any other DCT.
Hey team lovely video! Slight correction, @ 33:06 it's Kia Seltos* and I guess the variant you have tested for this video is HTK+ instead of HTX mentioned , so that's a little mistake 😅 Nonetheless, a great video as expected by team Evo!
I chose skoda since I am having skoda rapid & creta …skoda is the best but u should be ready for expensive maintenance & low resale value … but it’s driving experience & suspension is best … value for money
For me if it was driving feel and pleasure over anything Kushaq 1.5 manual hands down But if City traffic and features come into consideration it would be the seltos top end (with 6 airbags can’t risk safety that too when this car has achieved a meagre 3 star, 1.4 manual)
I wish u had included Taigun also. Would have loved to see how it compared on ride and handling with Kushaq. Also it has the more sensible top end model with 6 airbags
After completing the spiti trip we are stuck in Manali from past two days..our 4months old Mahindra Thar got towed due to some OBD Check Lamp warning from Batal, Spiti..the car is not able to pull beyond 1500rpm. The Mahindra service center tried to reduce the soot mass for last 2 days and now they are saying ordering a DPF filter is going to take another 7-8days and we will have to wait for it. Also they are saying fault is with us as we didn't do Regen while we didn't get any Regen warning. They are also saying they can't share the regen data if the warning came and for how long ,even after 2 days of analysis. DPF filter costs 70k and doesn't come under warranty. Even we were ready to pay just to join office in time, but now they are saying it will take 7-8days to get the DPF filter. Go for any other SUV it is just a good looking car and will make you feel you are driving a powerful car but it is just the feeling but in reality it is unreliable
Just one question. Does Kushaq drive and feel like a typical Škoda? I haven’t driven one, but had seen the car. Honestly, the Fabia, Polo, Vento and Rapid got better fit and finish. Thus, the question.
Doesn't feel like a typical Škoda. The doors don't feel as heavy as they typically are in a Škoda in the terms of the quality. After test driving the Kushaq we straight away went to check out the Troc. The Troc's doors felt as if they completed a day's workout. But, in terms of the ride quality, interior, driveability, engine and everything else. The Kushaq surely scores amazing points.
Alright, so it’s safe to assume the watered down MQB-A0-IN is only to satisfy the first time VAG buyers, sadly these folks are going to be the flag bearers of VW-Škoda in the coming years. I just wish VAG won’t do a blunder.
It's more good for Indian buyers if skoda could have given 1.5tsi in their lower varients. Atleast from second lowest, expected from Skoda 👍 But Kushaq 1.0 tsi also fun to drive.
In any Way kushaq is very premium then creta or sealtos ... its really amazing n justice n may become segment leader not in term of space but also in practically
@@ashwink6567 I've booked a 1.5L Manual Kushaq almost a month back in Hyderabad and still waiting for delivery. But during this time I have been reading so many EPC error issues and I'm thinking to change my mind regarding buying Kushaq. I Was very much excited till now for my first car but Skoda has spoiled it. Any thoughts and suggestions on the decision and error?
@@ashwink6567 : To run 2500 without a breakdown is not exactly an achievement no? :) Hope yours remain without issues, but 20+ cars breaking down - some even twice, that's bad enough. I cancelled my booking. Will wait and see after few months.
@@ravichandra3383 I have now run 3k km , without any issues, I managed to so far fule from shell bunks... the skoda service advisor also advised me to only use Shell or High octane petrol until the company officially comes out with a statement
My only gripe with seltos(and by extension creta as both share same platform) is on the substandard build quality. Unstable bodyshell at 20L? No Hyundai, just not done. Specially considering this was deliberately done for Indian models as Aussie model scored a perfect 5* Hope skoda gets the kushaq tested. If it performs better, it will be a massive advantage
I think if your budget is over 17.5-18 lakhs, Creta 1.4 turbo SXO is the car you should get. It's more value for money. At around 20 lakhs, you get electric seat adjustment, panaromic sunroof, bose 8 speakers sound system , 6 airbags and a good capable turbo charged engine (though Kushaq's 1.5 is better). But if your budget is around 17 lakh then Kushaq 1.0 style MT is an easy pick. Kushaq's 1.0 engine is better than 1.5 of Creta. You get 6 airbags as compared to 2 of Creta SX, 7 Speakers as compared to 4 of Creta, telescopic steering and ventilated seats. Yes, you get standard sunroof as compared to Panaromic in Creta.
I am absolutely convinced to buy Kushaq or Taigun.. but the nearest showroom & service centre is 250 km away. now who in his right mind would take such a risk.. so the biggest issue for these brands remain dealer network..
Why don't they tell about the Kushaq EPC problems and how owners are suffering because of it? None of the midsize SUVs offer anything special over compact SUV's, makes more sense to get Harrier, Hector or Compass, all of these are safe and come with genuine SUV like features.
One thing I disagree with is when they start with saying "CRETA created this sigment", I think this segment was created by Renault Duster. Duster started it and with its success, Hyundai followed with Creta. You should give credit where due.
Firstly, why is this so called Creta segment is being called a SUV or Mid Sized SUV and not a cross over. Anyways comparing SUV’s with no real SUV capability is pointless. Wish Suzuki could offer you guys to market the S Cross which met a slow death.
When you are investing almost 17 lakhs in a car, the last thing you would want is an unreliable car. That's where the koreans shine(not perfect but yeah). When it comes to this skoda, I think they released a half baked product. Yes it drives well. But if they are very serious about India, we should not see such issues which are currently making headlines. I hope all these issues are sorted out soon.
I don't get it Why you guys didn't take 1.4dct Seltos over the creta. Also please don't spread false info. Seltos has rake and reach adjustability for steering. Didn't expect this from Evo
Would definitely buy Creata Diesal 1.5 against all 4. Since it offers better efficiency & torque. Believe me Hyundai's offers you the best 1.5 Diesal in the segment. Amongst the Petrol I would definitely select for fun to drive TSI 1.5 Petrol engine Kushaq-Tiagun in Active Variant only if offered. ₹2.3 lacs extra for Ambition is expensive.
Idk what's the fun of having a air purifier outside the air ducts inside a cabin like creta have whereas kushaq has inbuilt air care inside the air vents which is sensible and meaningful
My brother sold his 2013 ford figo and bought verna sx 2021 and what's his review is that i wasted money on hyundai verna he said figo was much better than verna
If only Skoda would have undercut Creta's pricing by at least 1-1.4 lacs, they would have done much better on the sales charts. Lost opportunity and now they would also have the XUV to batter the nuts out of them.
Well said!. Kushaq , Taigun sales gonna be flat be in coming days. Very few people would go for VW mid size SUV‘s based on build quality(Assumptions). Indian loves deisel/ big Suv‘s , this is where VW lacks compare to seltos and creta.They have not done the market research well , already they have invested 1.5 billion dollars on pune plant . If 2 or 3 upcoming cars from VW fails , they need to fallow ford and GM motors path to get their stuff out of india.
XUV700 is a villain for kushaq😂, people who have booked kushaq would cancel the booking and go for xuv700. Advantages are indian brand, size , pricing , bigger engine , more power , features and more no of dealership
@@sandeshdandiganahally5518 xuv700 has waiting of 7 months and it is expensive as well in comparison (please dont compare with its base variants - they have nothing good). Kushaq is giving value for money in 1L turbo version - which is great for city. Also german dive is german drive
As a seltos and a creta owner....I would recommend seltos only... having driven more than 10k kilometers both vehicles... seltos is the best ...tats my opinion ...and my experience....
How about safety of these cars? Sirish missed talking about that between the Creta and Kushaq. Usually Maruthi and Hyundai are tin cans which crumble easily. Moreover recent news of Seltos ripping apart into 2 pieces in accident. Not always trumps over the extensive feature list. From what I have heard so far the Skoda/VW cars have thicker steel for the body and the monocoque compared to Hyundai's
Also when the reviewer pointed out about the Cretas screen being slightly bigger therefore it's the best of the both hardly makes any sense. How does a few millimetres matter? Even air purifier, how many really care about air purifier, if some feels it's an important thing, which will minority in my opinion, they can always get world class car air purifiers instead of a substandard one which the manufacturer pushes on to you. It's more about quality over quantity.
Dear @evoindia kindly do a video about the issues with the Skoda Kushaq especially about the EPC errors. There are currently countless horror stories circulating about the EPC errors. If u have any inputs reg that please share. Being a genuine reviewer I think it's your responsibility to share the problems also. If the issues are genuine kindly share and take up with the Skoda team
10-12 people posting everywhere to make it seem countless. Skoda might already be working on it and recall would be coming soon. It might be a major issue for some but for the ones enjoying this beast of a car is pure joy to live with.
@@abin19861986 apparently they have already paused the deliveries and have called in a team from Germany to look into a fix to this issue. It's a big launch for the VAG group and I am sure they will not take it lightly.
@@Explorer_indy89 if that's the case it's well and good for Skoda. Hope they know the distinction between heavily localised and heavily compromised.....
Why haven't you addressed the EPC issues on the kushaq that have left people stranded on roads with brand new cars? In fact none of the Indian auto review houses are addressing this. Reviewers in other countries often talk about problems with certain cars and highlight their deficiencies. Indian auto reviews all sound generic and are little more than glorified brochure presentations
Great Job Sir. Its a comparison of MT of Kushaq 1.0 TSI vs Creata 1.5 NA. As a baniya Car buyer would appreciate your views on Creata 1.5 simple engine technology with linear power delivery with no nonsense driving comfort in City traffic against 1.0 TSI. How good the Turbo 1.0 TSI would perform in City against 1.5 NA Petrol engine. Since Kushaq has a long traveling clutch & I did not find the Gear Shifting as smooth as Creata. Does 1.0 & 1.5 TSI require additional maintenance & how good is the Reliability. Because I have fear that incase the TC malfunctions or Conks off what is the replacement warranty & price for replacement of a TC unit.
No offense. But why is that on every comparison video on the Mid-sized SUVs done by every UA-cam channel, they deliberately exclude Tata Harrier. Just curious to know.
Kushaq and Taigun are priced just based on the European brand name premium. For the price they are asking, why can't they add in the cosmetics like Creta and Seltos. Even though they are making it locally to reduce the cost. But still comparatively the price aren't to less, nor do they have the cosmetics. Obviously buyers would be tempted to go for the Korean vehicles. If VW and Skoda want to succeed in India, they should target the majority of buyers, rather it looks like they are adamant that they only need the ' enthusiast' customers. And the numbers aren't many. Gonna end up like Ford, if they don't change their strategy.
If you where to compare the ride and handling of Kushaq vs Jeep compass diesel which one do you think is better(interior you can ignore ). I felt like Kushaq has a lighter steering and not sure on how it is at higher speeds.
Sir please work on the Audio quality!! And cutoff the useless music which is louder on headphones. When we increase the volume because can't hear you wisper
Dont agree with steering being too light for Kushaq, it is light but in a good way. It doesn't feel lifeless and gives right amount of feedback. Its much better than Hyundai's which feels lifeless.
It used to be "SKODA" earlier. After new "Octavia" i started hearing the pronounciation to be "SHKODA" which is correct. Even "Octavia" was transformed to "OCTEVIA". "गेरेज" became "गराज". This car's name is "कुषक" & not "कुषाक" derived from Sankrit language. Every other Indian car journalist pronounces the Indian words wrong. Correct me if I am wrong.
In reality, the Kushaq does nothing special to outdo the Creta and Seltos in both it's engine options. It is a little better in ride and handling than the Koreans, but for everyday driving the Koreans are also good. The interiors, the exteriors, the space, the cabin feel and quality, the features on offer the Koreans are far better than the Kushaq.
Kushaq outdoes Creta and Seltos where it matters most, safety and overall driving dynamics. Kushaq is a car. Creta and Seltos are just smartphones on wheels.
@@anandshukla1559 i am a VW fan, but i feel we go overboard to criticise Koreans and justify every negative point in the VAG cars. Creta isn’t that bad as you’ve just exaggerated. TBH the tangible difference is marginal. You spend almost 2 million on a car not just for the sheer thrill of driving. You buy this for your family and hence it has to be a comprehensive well rounded package.
An error highlight..you tested HTK variant..but displayed HTX price..ideally it should have been the HTX 2021 variant for this comparison or the Turbo variant which are feature loaded..air purifier,,10+ince screen..LED lights etc etc
Hello Sirish and Aatish...very nice rendition of all these 4 mid size SUVs indeed. Thank you for that. Had a quick question... When Kushaq was launched about a month ago or odd, some of the new owners had raised serious concerns about it and that it even got stalled in the middle of the road and had to be towed away. It was all over in the media as well and the Skoda MD finally assured that all of it would be addressed and fixed for good. What exactly was the issue? Can you tell me so that I can make an appropriate decision if it's not so serious. And well, am not against any make, brand etc...just needed for my knowledge.. Thanks, Anup Gandhi
Or Nissan kicks as Duster is no more sold here. I will happily walk into a Nissan showroom n pick a kicks turbo (156bhp /250nm) and save some lakhs and will invest that in stock market 😄.
The Kushaq has softer suspension and you can even ride it faster on harsher roads? Time to start working for a promotion, to upgrade from my Venue to the Kushaq. Will it be a huge upgrade? Idk.
Loved the Skoda Kushaq, love the Hyundai Creta too. At the end of the day, it boils down to what you'd pick for the long drive home, and you really cannot fault with the Creta, which has been the proven choice over time. In the larger scheme of things, it's the badge that tips your decision more than anything else
@@pacificsword1632 lol. Safer. Kushaq and Taigun are yet to be tested. And both are 90% localised. They aren't same as the original VW and skoda cars. They are built in India for Indians, who prefer cosmetics over quality and also price should be low. Hence how do you reduce the price. Cost cutting in materials used. So don't expect Kushaq or Taigun to get 4 or 5 star ratings. Actually will they even be tested?
Took a test drive of kushaq 1.5...very disappointing pickup and very average cabin...i felt my honda city much more fun to drive than kushaq..even seltos gtx seems far better than kushaq in all aspects
among these i will like kushaq in my garage because it's interior aesthetics & exterior looks are awesome then creta & more fun to drive & high speed stability is way better than creta
Anyone who has been in a kushaq and creta in the same day can tell you how much better the Kushaq feels, it surely does look a bit bigger from the outside, but inside the cars Kushaq feels like a diff segment. Edit: No mention of the EPC issues :/
Good part about creta is its got far better inside out and bad part they have messed up the front side. its looks as if over make up on front side. Old version creta was far more classy and sporty also. Here grill loooks tooo wide-open. Skoda has both balance inside and out.
Well, if i wanna even buy skoda, where and how m i suppose to get the ease of convenience like hyundai has in terms of spare parts, dealers, third party repairs(bcz of lack of dealers) And can never ignore the resale value. How to deal with this situation then? I want an option for creta to buy, bcz of the monopoly of hyundai dealers for creta, the waiting time and what not, but what about ofter i own it?
@@2minvideo555 bhai gadi head turning nhe utility k liye leta hu mai toh, aur baki ease of convenience. Comment shayd pura dekha nhe..4saal ki warranty dedo but there are not much dealers around Spare parts does not come handy and aren't cheap It doesnt mean that the cars are bad, they arent. And they aren't head turners as well, much of the lineup is age old, look at polo n vento for that matter, they have the same decade old design.
@@abhudayanagar5986 ok fir thik hai - if you don’t need a head turner … Hatchback designs have not uplifted in any brand - so polo remains polo - kabhi chalake dekhna polo - maza aa jayega Vento - definitely upgrade chaiye , no road presence now In total what I intend to say is - either car should have that zip and handling when driving - which is found in most German cars And Along with that if it is a head turner then it’s worth it … Creta performance mei and Utility mei best hai - but neither a head turner nor has that zip now … Kushaq and taigun have that German factor - baaki German cars se thoda kam but still has that stability and fun to drive feel. Also kushaq is definitely a head turner - very fresh looks
@@2minvideo555 bhai i understand this bcz i own a 2015 polo along with creta. I like the vehicle but its really dated now. Even the new spec doesn't offer much and the new gen on sales globally is not for sale in India. Neither the world famous GOLF. And bhai Tiguan is way costlier than creta man and also smaller in dimensions, i don't know whether wo creta kndirect competition m fall kregi ya nai bcz the price range is almost double. Same with Kushaq its costlier but not double and since i haven't seen one on the road or driven so not sayin anything about that in particular. 🤜🏻🤛🏻
Would you pick the Skoda Kushaq over rivals like the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos?
Sure😍
Anyday
Any time and every time!
Are you serious, you call a front wheel drive, hatch back style crossovers as "MIDSIZE SUV".
🤧🤧@@chrisjoshua9187
Respectfully, also as a Creta owner, the Creta did not give birth to the segment, the Duster did. We should always appreciate that.
Correct
Duster was a proper 4x4 SUV. Whereas Creta is not and that's where Creta gave birth to new SUV segment.
Technically the ecosport did...yeah Duster came first but Duster looks like a proper SUV rather than a compact SUV.....Eco sport was the starting of boom in that compact SUV(hatchback on steroids) segment....sadly it got left behind
With hyundai doing exactly what Maruti failed at.....pinching the weak pulses of Indian buyers and giving them wholesale features and demanding 1.5 times the price of what the car is actually worth just due to features that are gimmicky.
Coz Maruti can't afford to increase the price by even 50000 but Hundai successfully managed to increase it by lakhs.
To put it into perspective the base model of creta is around 12 lakhs and the top model is around 22 lakhs which means that the price difference of options in the top model and base model is almost closer to the price of the base model car which is quite shocking.
Agree and the XUV remains the Boss whether it's the mid size/pseudo SUVs and Full size SUVs combined
Bilkul thk baat h
Really tough to pick a winner here, but if you enjoy driving over everything else, the Kushaq is certainly the one to pick!
That's true!
Volkswagen Taigun and Mg Astor are also on its way
Mg Astor is gonna go to trash with unreliable engine and pseudo chassis which can’t even get into water which a small hatchback can do
@@balasuriyar1711 yeah took test drive of Astor 1.3 turbo, definitely, not as peppier as Kushaq or Taigun 1TSI
Is the Kushaq significantly better in handling than seltos? Especially in terms of steering feedback.
Skoda Kushaq is the best car in this segment. Much better than Seltos and Creta in terms of power. Stability at high speed, no body roll, mileage. Very strong build quality, and if I talk about maintenance cost, that too is well-taken care of in this model. The yearly maintenance cost is around lesser than my previous car(Swift).
What's your current car?
I would prefer Kushaq.
Evo is probably the first to take the 1.5 NA petrol engine in the Koreans seriously 😅
Evo stands out
Thanks for the love!
1:17 you can bend a bit and check the exhaust.. I'm pretty sure the 1.5 has dual tip exhausts..and even on the inside, the 1.5 has the auto stop start button if I'm not wrong😄
No replacement for displacement ! The winner is Skoda Kushaq 1.5 Tsi manual 😁
KIA SELTOS HAS EVERYTHING ..RELIABLE ENGINE, GREAT VALUE AFTER SALES, HOT EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR , PREMIUM SYSTEM AND SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE IS NICE ... ONLY BUILT QUALITY SUCKS IT
yes ..with that 3 star build quality and weak after sales support..seltos would be bad choice for the money spent..
It's Kia India fault for build quality , seltos in other countries has good quality and in some countries it's cheaper with good quality (I don't if it because of taxes in other countries but still cheap is cheap)
The title of the video should have been "3 Cars people wont buy, but we are enthusiastic to sell". Seriously, I don't understand the point of bringing into the comparison the petrol Creta and Seltos. Do people even buy them? The sales volume in this segment is dominated by the diesel models (At least for the two). If Skoda can't offer a diesel, it is their problem. Making a 34 Min long video won't solve it.
Suggestion - this episode like certain others are too much dragged with lot of talking talking and talking inside the cars. Would be better if you keep it a bit crisper and get to the point a bit early. At a point I lost interest.
I love the fact that skoda offers a Manual with their potent engines. Should become standard practice across the board with the kind of weather & traffic we live in.
DCTs though fun on straights aren’t always reliable, not so much fun into corners, good ones cost a ton to manufacture and having to babysit them is so counter intuitive!
Those stupid IMTs & AMTs need to go away from anything that’s advertised “sporty” & especially north of 17-18L OR!!
That said would love to see OEMs turn to employing better Torque Converters on premium offerings as well just like BMW.
We love a good manual!
Its strange...when i drove 1.4 turbo creta. I thought it was just not worth it. .
Why are you giving wrong specs for the Kushaq 1.5 L engine? It is 1498 cc and not 1353 cc 3:12 . The power figure shown is also wrong.
Believe me , a 1.5MPI is more robust, More refined and easier to drive and maintain than a microscopic 1.0GDI turbo. You also don’t miss much of the performance and mileage too in most cases
Indian customers are not wrong in their thinking and there is no replacement for displacement
At 3.12 seconds of the video , you have mentioned a wrong information about the 1.5 tsi engine. It actually produces 148 hp's with a torque of 250 nm.
In future don't get confused with the engine capacity...all you need to do is open the bonnet....
Just to correct you, its not Creta that gave birth to this segment, its the Renault Duster that did. So it may be a creta segment for now, but was given birth by Duster.
Nope. It was the Ecosport that gave birth to this and not the Duster.
@@Explorer_indy89 Kid, grow up. Get the facts clear. Ecosport is a sub-4m ( sub compact SUVs) and Duster, Creta ( mid-size SUVs) all are above 4meters. Its different segment completely. Ecosport price ends where Duster and Creta starts. FYI Ecosport competes with Nexon, Venue, Sonet, Vitara Brezza. Improve your knowledge.
Kushaq gets inbuilt air purifier, not additional one please follow that, and duster have birth to this segment
Donot go for DSG if you are from metro cities. Keeping the driving dynamics of DSG and reliability in stop and go. Uphill issues, jerking at low speeds. Torque converter is more reliable. Though it’s little less fuel efficient , but that is the way. DSG though it’s responsive, in sedate driving, it behaves weird, it holds revs during uphill ascent beyond 3000 rpm. DSG is designed for performance, but You don’t do racing every time
TF.. where is Taigun? You already left the best one
Kushaq has built-in air purifier.
Skoda and VW group should give 1.5 tsi in mid variant for effordability to get some more extra numbers of creta sx snd seltos htx customers
Reviewers conveniently ignore reliability issue of the DSG box
Reliability and post sales service is a real horror for the new owners.
DSG - “EPC errors” and vehicle stalling are a real problem from the initial owners.
Really hope Skoda brings their A game there or else we are looking at yet another non-Asian company packing their bags (I am looking at you Ford).
Plus the plethora of issues Kushaq is having!!
That and a lot more
they always leave out reliability and safety
That holds true for the DCT on the hyundai & kia as well. Any kind of modern dry clutch system will have reliability issues if not driven properly. Yes VW & Ford had bigger problems in their 1st gen twin clutch systems, but that is a thing of the past. Post 2017 the DSGs you get here are much more compliant if driven well… similar to any other DCT.
Hey team lovely video!
Slight correction, @ 33:06 it's Kia Seltos* and I guess the variant you have tested for this video is HTK+ instead of HTX mentioned , so that's a little mistake 😅
Nonetheless, a great video as expected by team Evo!
Skoda kushaq🔥
I chose skoda since I am having skoda rapid & creta …skoda is the best but u should be ready for expensive maintenance & low resale value … but it’s driving experience & suspension is best … value for money
For me if it was driving feel and pleasure over anything Kushaq 1.5 manual hands down
But if City traffic and features come into consideration it would be the seltos top end (with 6 airbags can’t risk safety that too when this car has achieved a meagre 3 star, 1.4 manual)
Even the Kushaq has 6 airbags
I wish u had included Taigun also. Would have loved to see how it compared on ride and handling with Kushaq. Also it has the more sensible top end model with 6 airbags
Bro VW Taigun is a little improved version of kushaq it's the best handler in the segment
@@CHANAKYA-TheManWhoUnitedBHARAT Taigun is better handler than Kushaq, difficult to believe, against the norm
@@naughtyUphillboy its actually true. The suspension is also stiffer in taigun. That helps more
@@akashtdm Yes.🙂
After completing the spiti trip we are stuck in Manali from past two days..our 4months old Mahindra Thar got towed due to some OBD Check Lamp warning from Batal, Spiti..the car is not able to pull beyond 1500rpm. The Mahindra service center tried to reduce the soot mass for last 2 days and now they are saying ordering a DPF filter is going to take another 7-8days and we will have to wait for it. Also they are saying fault is with us as we didn't do Regen while we didn't get any Regen warning.
They are also saying they can't share the regen data if the warning came and for how long ,even after 2 days of analysis.
DPF filter costs 70k and doesn't come under warranty. Even we were ready to pay just to join office in time, but now they are saying it will take 7-8days to get the DPF filter. Go for any other SUV it is just a good looking car and will make you feel you are driving a powerful car but it is just the feeling but in reality it is unreliable
Just one question. Does Kushaq drive and feel like a typical Škoda? I haven’t driven one, but had seen the car. Honestly, the Fabia, Polo, Vento and Rapid got better fit and finish. Thus, the question.
10 year old car has better finish than Kushaq ? Have you ever sat in it ? You need to sit in it and drive it before making assumptions
@@ashwink6567 Read my comment again before making assumptions.
just compare the rear wiper of kushaq with rear wiper of polo ull come to know how cheap it looks on kushaq
Doesn't feel like a typical Škoda. The doors don't feel as heavy as they typically are in a Škoda in the terms of the quality. After test driving the Kushaq we straight away went to check out the Troc. The Troc's doors felt as if they completed a day's workout.
But, in terms of the ride quality, interior, driveability, engine and everything else. The Kushaq surely scores amazing points.
Alright, so it’s safe to assume the watered down MQB-A0-IN is only to satisfy the first time VAG buyers, sadly these folks are going to be the flag bearers of VW-Škoda in the coming years. I just wish VAG won’t do a blunder.
Ok @8:30 that bizzare quality roof that looked like a cheap after market fevi quick job really put me off!
Ewww that's so cheap! 🥲..vw and skoda is going Maruti line with their India 2.0.
It's more good for Indian buyers if skoda could have given 1.5tsi in their lower varients. Atleast from second lowest, expected from Skoda 👍
But Kushaq 1.0 tsi also fun to drive.
In any Way kushaq is very premium then creta or sealtos ... its really amazing n justice n may become segment leader not in term of space but also in practically
No, it feels a step lower in premiumness and refinement.
@@SuyashKaul exactly
@@SuyashKaul do you know the meaning of premiumness
Would prefer the VAG 1.5, but only once they sort out the EPC breakdown issues!
Only few cars have EPC issues ... own one and have driven 2.5k kms ... no issues so far
@@ashwink6567 I've booked a 1.5L Manual Kushaq almost a month back in Hyderabad and still waiting for delivery. But during this time I have been reading so many EPC error issues and I'm thinking to change my mind regarding buying Kushaq. I Was very much excited till now for my first car but Skoda has spoiled it. Any thoughts and suggestions on the decision and error?
@@ashwink6567 there r lot of issues
@@ashwink6567 : To run 2500 without a breakdown is not exactly an achievement no? :) Hope yours remain without issues, but 20+ cars breaking down - some even twice, that's bad enough. I cancelled my booking. Will wait and see after few months.
@@ravichandra3383 I have now run 3k km , without any issues, I managed to so far fule from shell bunks... the skoda service advisor also advised me to only use Shell or High octane petrol until the company officially comes out with a statement
There is no comparison without xuv700 sirji
My only gripe with seltos(and by extension creta as both share same platform) is on the substandard build quality. Unstable bodyshell at 20L? No Hyundai, just not done. Specially considering this was deliberately done for Indian models as Aussie model scored a perfect 5*
Hope skoda gets the kushaq tested. If it performs better, it will be a massive advantage
Actually its the Skoda Yeti gives birth to this segment.!
I think if your budget is over 17.5-18 lakhs, Creta 1.4 turbo SXO is the car you should get. It's more value for money. At around 20 lakhs, you get electric seat adjustment, panaromic sunroof, bose 8 speakers sound system , 6 airbags and a good capable turbo charged engine (though Kushaq's 1.5 is better).
But if your budget is around 17 lakh then Kushaq 1.0 style MT is an easy pick. Kushaq's 1.0 engine is better than 1.5 of Creta. You get 6 airbags as compared to 2 of Creta SX, 7 Speakers as compared to 4 of Creta, telescopic steering and ventilated seats. Yes, you get standard sunroof as compared to Panaromic in Creta.
Well said!
I am absolutely convinced to buy Kushaq or Taigun.. but the nearest showroom & service centre is 250 km away. now who in his right mind would take such a risk.. so the biggest issue for these brands remain dealer network..
Why don't they tell about the Kushaq EPC problems and how owners are suffering because of it?
None of the midsize SUVs offer anything special over compact SUV's, makes more sense to get Harrier, Hector or Compass, all of these are safe and come with genuine SUV like features.
those are bigger mid size d2 segment suvs , these 4 are c segment compact suvs under 4.5m in length
@@blondedsky I meant the same.
One thing I disagree with is when they start with saying "CRETA created this sigment", I think this segment was created by Renault Duster. Duster started it and with its success, Hyundai followed with Creta. You should give credit where due.
Finally a nicely balanced review without giving away too many platitudes. This is a whiff of fresh air.
Firstly, why is this so called Creta segment is being called a SUV or Mid Sized SUV and not a cross over. Anyways comparing SUV’s with no real SUV capability is pointless. Wish Suzuki could offer you guys to market the S Cross which met a slow death.
When you are investing almost 17 lakhs in a car, the last thing you would want is an unreliable car. That's where the koreans shine(not perfect but yeah). When it comes to this skoda, I think they released a half baked product. Yes it drives well. But if they are very serious about India, we should not see such issues which are currently making headlines. I hope all these issues are sorted out soon.
I don't get it
Why you guys didn't take 1.4dct Seltos over the creta. Also please don't spread false info. Seltos has rake and reach adjustability for steering.
Didn't expect this from Evo
Would definitely buy Creata Diesal 1.5 against all 4. Since it offers better efficiency & torque. Believe me Hyundai's offers you the best 1.5 Diesal in the segment.
Amongst the Petrol I would definitely select for fun to drive TSI 1.5 Petrol engine Kushaq-Tiagun in Active Variant only if offered. ₹2.3 lacs extra for Ambition is expensive.
Idk what's the fun of having a air purifier outside the air ducts inside a cabin like creta have whereas kushaq has inbuilt air care inside the air vents which is sensible and meaningful
For minimizing smell from goods or clothes.
Kushaq 1.5 TSI is a bomb.
My brother sold his 2013 ford figo and bought verna sx 2021 and what's his review is that i wasted money on hyundai verna he said figo was much better than verna
Rapid is more fun to drive than verna
Evo reviews are in-depth for sure. Kudos
If only Skoda would have undercut Creta's pricing by at least 1-1.4 lacs, they would have done much better on the sales charts. Lost opportunity and now they would also have the XUV to batter the nuts out of them.
Well said!. Kushaq , Taigun sales gonna be flat be in coming days. Very few people would go for VW mid size SUV‘s based on build quality(Assumptions). Indian loves deisel/ big Suv‘s , this is where VW lacks compare to seltos and creta.They have not done the market research well , already they have invested 1.5 billion dollars on pune plant . If 2 or 3 upcoming cars from VW fails , they need to fallow ford and GM motors path to get their stuff out of india.
XUV700 is a villain for kushaq😂, people who have booked kushaq would cancel the booking and go for xuv700. Advantages are indian brand, size , pricing , bigger engine , more power , features and more no of dealership
@@sandeshdandiganahally5518 And for street presence, both VW twins look much smaller on road.
@@sandeshdandiganahally5518 True every bit.
@@sandeshdandiganahally5518 xuv700 has waiting of 7 months and it is expensive as well in comparison (please dont compare with its base variants - they have nothing good).
Kushaq is giving value for money in 1L turbo version - which is great for city. Also german dive is german drive
Bro one request, don't ask viewers to subscribe or like before you even start the video. People should like your video because of your content
Hi. Can someone please tell me when the new kia seltos facelift will arrive in india? Is it worth buying the present Seltos in January 2022?
As a seltos and a creta owner....I would recommend seltos only... having driven more than 10k kilometers both vehicles... seltos is the best ...tats my opinion ...and my experience....
Please mention the epc issues in skoda kushaq. There are many breakdowns with in a week of purchase.
How about safety of these cars? Sirish missed talking about that between the Creta and Kushaq. Usually Maruthi and Hyundai are tin cans which crumble easily. Moreover recent news of Seltos ripping apart into 2 pieces in accident. Not always trumps over the extensive feature list. From what I have heard so far the Skoda/VW cars have thicker steel for the body and the monocoque compared to Hyundai's
We’ve spoken about safety at 31:46
Aatish did talk about it….
Yes but not between Creta and Kushaq
Also when the reviewer pointed out about the Cretas screen being slightly bigger therefore it's the best of the both hardly makes any sense. How does a few millimetres matter? Even air purifier, how many really care about air purifier, if some feels it's an important thing, which will minority in my opinion, they can always get world class car air purifiers instead of a substandard one which the manufacturer pushes on to you. It's more about quality over quantity.
Dear @evoindia kindly do a video about the issues with the Skoda Kushaq especially about the EPC errors. There are currently countless horror stories circulating about the EPC errors. If u have any inputs reg that please share. Being a genuine reviewer I think it's your responsibility to share the problems also. If the issues are genuine kindly share and take up with the Skoda team
10-12 people posting everywhere to make it seem countless. Skoda might already be working on it and recall would be coming soon. It might be a major issue for some but for the ones enjoying this beast of a car is pure joy to live with.
@@Explorer_indy89 if the 10-12 people are genuine then it's a serious issue. Hope Skoda address the issue.
@@abin19861986 apparently they have already paused the deliveries and have called in a team from Germany to look into a fix to this issue. It's a big launch for the VAG group and I am sure they will not take it lightly.
@@Explorer_indy89 if that's the case it's well and good for Skoda. Hope they know the distinction between heavily localised and heavily compromised.....
These reviewers will never address such issues for fear of offending the manufacturer
Why haven't you addressed the EPC issues on the kushaq that have left people stranded on roads with brand new cars? In fact none of the Indian auto review houses are addressing this. Reviewers in other countries often talk about problems with certain cars and highlight their deficiencies. Indian auto reviews all sound generic and are little more than glorified brochure presentations
Why do you guys never talk about boot space? Ease of load/unload & practicality
Without a doubt creta for its space, drive and handling and of course features..
Any news about the updated Kushaq version you talked about in this video?
It wil never come bro..this is what u get. This is their India 2.0
Monte Carlo next summer
Great Job Sir. Its a comparison of MT of Kushaq 1.0 TSI vs Creata 1.5 NA.
As a baniya Car buyer would appreciate your views on Creata 1.5 simple engine technology with linear power delivery with no nonsense driving comfort in City traffic against 1.0 TSI.
How good the Turbo 1.0 TSI would perform in City against 1.5 NA Petrol engine. Since Kushaq has a long traveling clutch & I did not find the Gear Shifting as smooth as Creata.
Does 1.0 & 1.5 TSI require additional maintenance & how good is the Reliability. Because I have fear that incase the TC malfunctions or Conks off what is the replacement warranty & price for replacement of a TC unit.
No offense. But why is that on every comparison video on the Mid-sized SUVs done by every UA-cam channel, they deliberately exclude Tata Harrier. Just curious to know.
Loved it what you said about Driving Mode..if its not a 4x4..driving modes are just gimmiks..it only lets people overestimated their 2WD vehicles..😁
Hands down the Kushaq for me !
Kushaq and Taigun are priced just based on the European brand name premium. For the price they are asking, why can't they add in the cosmetics like Creta and Seltos. Even though they are making it locally to reduce the cost. But still comparatively the price aren't to less, nor do they have the cosmetics. Obviously buyers would be tempted to go for the Korean vehicles. If VW and Skoda want to succeed in India, they should target the majority of buyers, rather it looks like they are adamant that they only need the ' enthusiast' customers. And the numbers aren't many. Gonna end up like Ford, if they don't change their strategy.
If you where to compare the ride and handling of Kushaq vs Jeep compass diesel which one do you think is better(interior you can ignore ). I felt like Kushaq has a lighter steering and not sure on how it is at higher speeds.
Sir please work on the Audio quality!! And cutoff the useless music which is louder on headphones. When we increase the volume because can't hear you wisper
Kushaq ❤️
Dont agree with steering being too light for Kushaq, it is light but in a good way. It doesn't feel lifeless and gives right amount of feedback. Its much better than Hyundai's which feels lifeless.
Awaiting for the comparison between MG Astor 1.5 CVT and Hyundai Creta 1.5 IVT !!! Please do a real life comparison, eagerly awaiting.
Sir, although Eco sports is different segment car, but in comparison does kushaq is more fun to drive then ecosport??
Good comparison...great machines.will now go n book Kicks Turbo 😂.
It used to be "SKODA" earlier. After new "Octavia" i started hearing the pronounciation to be "SHKODA" which is correct. Even "Octavia" was transformed to "OCTEVIA". "गेरेज" became "गराज".
This car's name is "कुषक" & not "कुषाक" derived from Sankrit language. Every other Indian car journalist pronounces the Indian words wrong.
Correct me if I am wrong.
You mentioned seltos had a very stiff ride quality. Is it better now?
In reality, the Kushaq does nothing special to outdo the Creta and Seltos in both it's engine options. It is a little better in ride and handling than the Koreans, but for everyday driving the Koreans are also good. The interiors, the exteriors, the space, the cabin feel and quality, the features on offer the Koreans are far better than the Kushaq.
Well said!
Kushaq outdoes Creta and Seltos where it matters most, safety and overall driving dynamics.
Kushaq is a car. Creta and Seltos are just smartphones on wheels.
Nice joke
@@anandshukla1559 i am a VW fan, but i feel we go overboard to criticise Koreans and justify every negative point in the VAG cars. Creta isn’t that bad as you’ve just exaggerated. TBH the tangible difference is marginal. You spend almost 2 million on a car not just for the sheer thrill of driving. You buy this for your family and hence it has to be a comprehensive well rounded package.
An error highlight..you tested HTK variant..but displayed HTX price..ideally it should have been the HTX 2021 variant for this comparison or the Turbo variant which are feature loaded..air purifier,,10+ince screen..LED lights etc etc
Are you wearing a Zeppelin watch? If yes is it worth it?
I thought the Ecosport gave birth to the segment? 🤔
Hey shirish.. thats a nice watch on your wrist.. some details and a closer look wont hurt :)
Is Skoda gonna update the Kushaq's Roof liner & some small glitches of the first lot cars ?
Skoda 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Kushaq and slavia are no good due to high levels of indigenisation
@@blazkowicz666 so wat brother.. they giving best build.. not like kia,hyndai,tin cans
U brought the wrong seltos EVO 😂😂
Hi I am not criticizing creta and kia fans but my opinion is if u bring tigun into this comparision, remaining cars cannot stand infront of it.
Hello Sirish and Aatish...very nice rendition of all these 4 mid size SUVs indeed. Thank you for that.
Had a quick question...
When Kushaq was launched about a month ago or odd, some of the new owners had raised serious concerns about it and that it even got stalled in the middle of the road and had to be towed away. It was all over in the media as well and the Skoda MD finally assured that all of it would be addressed and fixed for good.
What exactly was the issue? Can you tell me so that I can make an appropriate decision if it's not so serious.
And well, am not against any make, brand etc...just needed for my knowledge..
Thanks,
Anup Gandhi
It's epc issue it's not major problem
U should have included duster too.. The mother of compact suv
Or Nissan kicks as Duster is no more sold here. I will happily walk into a Nissan showroom n pick a kicks turbo (156bhp /250nm) and save some lakhs and will invest that in stock market 😄.
The Kushaq has softer suspension and you can even ride it faster on harsher roads?
Time to start working for a promotion, to upgrade from my Venue to the Kushaq. Will it be a huge upgrade? Idk.
Obviously creta any day coz that Panaromic sun roof and service cost..
Loved the Skoda Kushaq, love the Hyundai Creta too. At the end of the day, it boils down to what you'd pick for the long drive home, and you really cannot fault with the Creta, which has been the proven choice over time. In the larger scheme of things, it's the badge that tips your decision more than anything else
@@pacificsword1632 lol. Safer. Kushaq and Taigun are yet to be tested. And both are 90% localised. They aren't same as the original VW and skoda cars. They are built in India for Indians, who prefer cosmetics over quality and also price should be low. Hence how do you reduce the price. Cost cutting in materials used. So don't expect Kushaq or Taigun to get 4 or 5 star ratings. Actually will they even be tested?
@aravind srinivasan it got 5 5 ratings in both child and adult now go and mar ja kahi jake
Took a test drive of kushaq 1.5...very disappointing pickup and very average cabin...i felt my honda city much more fun to drive than kushaq..even seltos gtx seems far better than kushaq in all aspects
Exactly Same feelings here, idk why it so overrated. May be here it has a upper hand due to dsg but the feeling isn't at all worthy of 21lkh
it does not need to beat the creata , it already has , if people start thinking right start preffering the priorities
Founder of this segment was Renault Duster not Hyundai Creta
among these i will like kushaq in my garage because it's interior aesthetics & exterior looks are awesome then creta & more fun to drive & high speed stability is way better than creta
Anyone who has been in a kushaq and creta in the same day can tell you how much better the Kushaq feels, it surely does look a bit bigger from the outside, but inside the cars Kushaq feels like a diff segment.
Edit: No mention of the EPC issues :/
But evo says that creta feels better inside.
Our rapid had a different version of the fuel issues, in kushaq it affected the pump, for our tdi it affected our injectors
You people didn't say anything about creta safety, correct me if am wrong.
Why nobody is interested in reviewing mid variants. This is not not fair.....
Good part about creta is its got far better inside out and bad part they have messed up the front side. its looks as if over make up on front side. Old version creta was far more classy and sporty also. Here grill loooks tooo wide-open.
Skoda has both balance inside and out.
Kushaq definately..5 star crash test ratings as compared to a unstable body shell
Well, if i wanna even buy skoda, where and how m i suppose to get the ease of convenience like hyundai has in terms of spare parts, dealers, third party repairs(bcz of lack of dealers)
And can never ignore the resale value.
How to deal with this situation then?
I want an option for creta to buy, bcz of the monopoly of hyundai dealers for creta, the waiting time and what not, but what about ofter i own it?
skoda and VW are offering good 4 yrs service pack with these new cars
Go for German man - creta is not a head turner anymore
@@2minvideo555 bhai gadi head turning nhe utility k liye leta hu mai toh, aur baki ease of convenience.
Comment shayd pura dekha nhe..4saal ki warranty dedo but there are not much dealers around
Spare parts does not come handy and aren't cheap
It doesnt mean that the cars are bad, they arent.
And they aren't head turners as well, much of the lineup is age old, look at polo n vento for that matter, they have the same decade old design.
@@abhudayanagar5986 ok fir thik hai - if you don’t need a head turner …
Hatchback designs have not uplifted in any brand - so polo remains polo - kabhi chalake dekhna polo - maza aa jayega
Vento - definitely upgrade chaiye , no road presence now
In total what I intend to say is - either car should have that zip and handling when driving - which is found in most German cars
And
Along with that if it is a head turner then it’s worth it …
Creta performance mei and Utility mei best hai - but neither a head turner nor has that zip now …
Kushaq and taigun have that German factor - baaki German cars se thoda kam but still has that stability and fun to drive feel.
Also kushaq is definitely a head turner - very fresh looks
@@2minvideo555 bhai i understand this bcz i own a 2015 polo along with creta. I like the vehicle but its really dated now. Even the new spec doesn't offer much and the new gen on sales globally is not for sale in India.
Neither the world famous GOLF.
And bhai Tiguan is way costlier than creta man and also smaller in dimensions, i don't know whether wo creta kndirect competition m fall kregi ya nai bcz the price range is almost double.
Same with Kushaq its costlier but not double and since i haven't seen one on the road or driven so not sayin anything about that in particular.
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