Planning To Buy Skoda Kushaq Monte Carlo in March 2026? Here's Its Variant Explained
Check out what this sporty variant offers over the standard top-end trims.
By Arjun Nair
Published March 27, 2026
Table of Contents
- Skoda Kushaq Monte Carlo Exterior
- Skoda Kushaq Monte Carlo Interior and Features
- Skoda Kushaq Monte Carlo 1.0-Litre and 1.5-Litre Differences
The new Skoda Kushaq's Monte Carlo variant brings a sporty aesthetic to the 2026 facelifted model.
It builds directly on the top Prestige trim, mostly adding visual enhancements.
The Monte Carlo variants are available with both 1.0-litre and 1.5-litre petrol engines, but only with an automatic transmission.
| Kushaq Variant | Transmission | Specifications | Price (ex-showroom) | Feature Differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monte Carlo 1.0-litre Turbo Petrol | 8-Speed Automatic (TC) | 114 bhp, 178 Nm | ₹17.89 lakh | Rear drum brakes, 17-inch Vega dual-tone alloys. |
| Monte Carlo 1.5-litre Turbo Petrol | 7-Speed DSG | 148 bhp, 250 Nm | ₹18.99 lakh | All four disc brakes with red brake callipers, 17-inch Sagittarius alloys. |
Skoda Kushaq Monte Carlo Exterior
The Monte Carlo sports a bolder and more aggressive look than the top-end Prestige trim. It gets a gloss-black butterfly grille with two red stripes on the slats and a small chequered flag motif.
The front and rear bumper claddings are all-black, unlike those on the Prestige, which gets silver-finished skid plates.
On the sides, it features new 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, red brake callipers, with blacked-out ORVMs, roof, and roof rails. It gets special Monte Carlo badges on the grille and fenders.
At the rear, the tailgate features blacked-out Kushaq lettering and adds a race-flag motif badge.
It also offers exclusive dual-tone colours with a black roof - Candy White, Brilliant Silver, Cherry Red, Shimla Green, and Steel Grey. The single-tone options include Lava Blue and Deep Black.
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Skoda Kushaq Monte Carlo Interior and Features
Inside, the Monte Carlo adopts an all-black theme with red accents for a sportier feel.
The dashboard and door trims get red inserts, while the black leatherette seats, steering wheel, armrests, and centre console feature red stitching.
Aluminium pedals and Monte Carlo lettering on the headrests and door scuff plates complete the sporty cabin.
The Monte Carlo retains all features from the Prestige trim, including the panoramic sunroof, ventilated and powered front seats, rear seat massager, a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, a 10.1-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, six-speaker sound system, and automatic climate control.
Safety kit remains unchanged as well, with six airbags and a 5-star Global NCAP rating.
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Skoda Kushaq Monte Carlo 1.0-Litre and 1.5-Litre Differences
Apart from their powertrains, the two variants are nearly identical.
While both variants get 17-inch alloy wheels, they have different designs.
Additionally, the 1.5-litre Monte Carlo gets red brake callipers and rear disc brakes for better stopping power and sportier looks, while the 1.0-litre version sticks with standard rear drum brakes without red callipers.
The 1.0-litre Monte Carlo is priced at ₹17.89 lakh, while the 1.5-litre costs ₹18.99 lakh (ex-showroom).
Image Source: Skoda India
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