Skoda Kushaq vs Hyundai Creta - The automatic choice | Comparison | Autocar India

The Skoda Kushaq 1.0 TSI AT and Hyundai Creta 1.5 iVT might not be the raciest versions of the two models but are actually the ones that best fit the needs of urban buyers looking for a convenient automatic SUV. Gavin d'Souza brings the two together to tell you what makes them different, and which is the one to go for.
Cameraperson: Dinesh Harale, Shreyans Chordia
Editor: Mohit Sharma
0:00 - Introduction
1:21 - Skoda Kushaq interior
3:05 - Hyundai Creta interior
4:13 - Equipment
4:52 - Safety features
5:14 - Touchscreens
5:54 - Kushaq rear seat
7:19 - Creta rear seat
8:12 - Boot space
8:29 - Kushaq 1.0 TSI AT performance
11:40 - Kushaq ride and handling
13:00 - Creta iVT performance
15:16 - Creta ride and handling
16:11 - Dimensions and styling
16:48 - Fuel economy
17:10 - Price
17:42 - Verdict
19:10 - BTS
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[@taranshupattnaiktp3335]

I did drove the Creta with the 1.5 petrol manual ...it is refined and smooth...but for me, Kushaq is best

[@watchandpray2jesus]

Heart said.. Go with Kushaq... Mind said.. Go with Creta. Listened to heart and bought Kushaq..

[@NiftySRD]

There are more comments about Gavin than the cars 🤣 You now know who we want Autocar!

[@gavin_drives]

😂🙏🏼

[@Travstoz]

People comment Kushaq and buy Creta 😶

[@karthikk2267]

I got my Kushaq 1.0 STYLE AT... This car is so smooth while driving and it will make other car owners jealous looking at the way this car overtakes and rides like a King.

[@mark_u]

I think the analog gauges in the Kushaq are more classy than the digital ones in the Creta

[@biswajyotinag1139]

Seeing Gavin after so long.

[@gavin_drives]

It's good to be back! 😀

[@biswajyotinag1139]

@@gavin_drives 😄😄

[@rscsingh7848]

I have driven this entry-level Kushaq. And I can confidently say that it is probably the best handling car in city conditions that I have ever driven. As Gavin said, if no one told you it's a 999 cc engine, you won't realise that it's a 999 cc engine. The downside of a Kushaq is its cabin quality. It is bad. Skoda really needs to improve a lot there.

[@MrKshitij]

Long time Gavin. Hope you are doing well.

[@gavin_drives]

Hey Kshitij! I am, thank you. I hope you are also 🙂

[@kushaldchhabria8829]

@@gavin_drives hey Gavin we've booked the creta CVT without driving it even once.. can you please make a detailed video on the CVT.. thankyou 😁

[@johnybravoooooo]

The base petrol comparison is a very interesting idea! Glad to see Gavin back:)

[@gavin_drives]

Thank you! It's nice to be back! 🙂

[@travelleramitchhaperia2642]

If any car has to compete with Creta in its segment it needs to offer lot more. Creta has become like Maruti 800 of its era ...

[@akhilsawant4898]

Refreshing to see Gavin back! And interesting topic by Autocar as usual!

[@gavin_drives]

Thanks so much! Glad you liked the topic 😊

[@taranshupattnaiktp3335]

What a surprise Gavin....we were waiting for you to come back on the screen

[@gavin_drives]

Thank you. Happy to be back too! 🙂

[@taranshupattnaiktp3335]

@@gavin_drives 👍👍👍👍

[@dineshsekhar4213]

Hey Gavin, Nice to see you 👍 My vote goes to Kushaq ❤️

[@vigneshwaransridharan2290]

I will go for Skoda Kushaq because its the best ❤️

[@joshuathomas8548]

Autocar has such a class in everything they do! Also so good to see Gavin after a while!!

[@sayanmondal1303]

Creta and Seltos has become Swift dzire of the SUVs.. I see them every where. Kushaq is a fresh breath of air

[@VarunSrinivas]

now that is a review that will appeal to most Creta or Kushaq buyers! excellent choice

[@keerthitrunks]

One of the best car reviewers.. Everytime Autocar pops out with a new video, i would expect it is you..!! Missed you Gavin..!!

[@amithn5400]

Wait I sat it both I found the kushaq more comfortable in every angle XD

[@karthikbtl1234]

No cars can beat the driving pleasure and comfort of germans…..thank you autocar

[@himasekharrajulapati8279]

Epc issue is causing headaches for owners of kushaq and Tiguan

[@Nadheem721]

Ok german kid

[@vsk906]

Hyundai Creta users have learnt from the past that they should never bet for ride and handling, cornering with Germans in highways. But surprisingly Kia Seltos owners haven't learnt about it. As they are new kid in the block it ll take some time for them to realise their strengths and weakness in highways.

[@shivamjethwa]

Always a blessing to watch Gavin 🎊

[@aby079]

Fantastic to see Gavin. On KZbin and other platforms definitely people will buy the Skoda and VW. In real world it would be a Creta and Seltos. 😬 Can compario be done between Creta, Seltos, Tiguan, Khushaq and dare I say Compass! 😬

[@outofoffice4950]

Exactly, only on KZbin Germans have a big fan base.. I believe most of them own suzuki in reality... 😅😂😂 Took Kushaq 1.0 test drive and have posted my detailed comments... Keeping the build quality aside kushaq 1.0 is even inferior to Sonet 1.0 😅... Why compare with Creta.. it might be more powerful with 1.5 tsi... Which I haven't rode.. but, 20 lakhs for any of this German twins is utter waste... 😀

[@vnd4617]

one of those rare and great comparison reviews where verdict does not matter , thanks Gavin and Autocar India team.

[@DigantoPaul]

I vote for creta considering after sales service, spares and maintenance cost, spares availability, etc. Kushaq i would consider if i were a driving enthusiast and isn't much bothered about vfm.

[@ashwinab83]

finally, Gavin is here...was missing his videos a lot.. welcome back❤️❤️

[@ananthjones3141]

Good to see Gavin again, splendid work as always

[@gavin_drives]

Thanks Ananth! 🙂

[@anand.chaudhari]

The kind of product Hyundai has pulled off with Creta is quite frankly INSANE. The things it offers in it's segment is just mind blowing. Not the best on the dynamics front, but other than that it's quite the perfect midsize SUV. I don't see any other car beating this insane package in the near future.

[@ajinkyadange4108]

hes the best one in doing comparisons.the way he speaks and explains is way much better than others.bro you always nail it with your funny yet expressive fluent calm english.

[@udaykiran-xe4gi]

I just luv typical Gavin's style of review

[@natarajvg745]

Cool review!!! Eagerly waiting for slavia from Škoda.

[@nikhileshtiwari7300]

finally after so long..Gavin is back..thanks Autocar

[@rahulmannil7641]

Well Put Together. Autocar is right,Hyundai Knows what Indian consumers are looking for and that's it why Creta Dominate the Segment despite having a couple of new rivals!

[@arifshaik6954]

Just the video I wanted .. thanks for making this

[@bishhhwa]

Good to see this guy back in business ❤️

[@lushabhsaxena6674]

Missed Gavin, great review as usual.

[@anand.chaudhari]

Longtime Gavin, Ms Kriplani n you are the best reviewers at Autocar India 🙌🏻

[@venkeythekey2happiness]

Gud To See Gavin After Long Time.. Hope U R Doing Gr8 Bro

[@gauravmendarkar2807]

You are god send for this Gavin....stay blessed..Listening to you just make me feel as if I am driving that car..

[@kaustubhprakash926]

Great to see you, Gavin. Please do one with Seltos and Taigun just to complete the loop ;)

[@hdhanu142]

My Vote goes to Kushaq.

[@BipinKumar-cc1yd]

When it comes to driving, it is whole other story..... That ia good one Gavin and welcome back 🎉 after a gap😃😃😃

[@nandandeshpande1277]

One breaks down, the other doesn't.

[@vimleshsingh8973]

This comparison is very very helpful 👌. Thanks 😊

[@thelowcarenthusiast5015]

Hope this channel will reach 2million subs soon✌️🤟!!

[@ritvikgupta8314]

Extraordinary presentation skills and choice of words Gavin Love your work

[@harshithbhai20]

Comparison of XUV 700 vs rest of the segment please ...

[@parikxitshinde1778]

Old school people like analog meters, digital either end up good one or tacky

[@manjudugur5336]

Kushaq❤

[@srijithmenon906]

Kushaq 1.0 TSI top end automatic is almost 19lakhs on road.. At that price point I am feeling a little shy to say that I own a car with 999cc engine.. After all we still believe there is no replacement to displacement.

[@abhijiths7637]

No worries Just say I own a German car... It has more class than saying I own hyundai

[@arjunsharma3756]

Which should not focus on CC ..that engine should be compatible with the car I suppose ..if 1 litre can give u that punch then why to unnecessarily go for higher CC ..Indian roads ok with 1litre turbo also

[@buntybooster6843]

1 litre tsi is not reliable i think ....

[@uaeindi]

Good to see Gavin. One of the best in his trade

[@sanjaysilver]

Gavin you rock the reviews.. Good going 🏄

[@mujahidali8222]

Kushaq Tsi is best in terms of ride handling built quality , active and safety features compared with creta anytime 👍🏽 it's value luxury and a great brand for the cost 👍🏽

[@raghunaik6823]

Definitely kushaq... because of turbo power output.. mainly its skoda...❤

[@nuwair007]

Fab review. Happy to see Gavin after so long:)

[@rajeshp6700]

Nice, balanced review. Would be great if you can do a similar one with the Taigun too. A shootout with the Korean and German twins would be what many of us want to see!!

[@melvin9898]

There’s really something about Gavin reviewing 🚗

[@Balajikishu]

Back hear soothing Gavin's review 😊....

[@kevinlovescars]

Congratulations on your Creta Gavin!

[@gautamrabha6402]

Good to see you back Gavin! Great review once again. I went with the Kushaq, although the creta was very compelling.

[@abhijitmarfatia1848]

Actually Gavin i am waiting for comparison between Skoda kushak Volkswagon Tiguan just like there was comparison between nissan Magnite and renault kiger so it is great fun to watch comparisons between siblings hope you guys get this comparisons soon

[@rudranilpal8530]

You mean Taigun. Tiguan is bigger sibling parallel to probably Kodiaq

[@atulchirame]

Many people going towards other cars only due to waiting time of Creta

[@SagarSharma0711]

Kushaq anyday 😍

[@saivedanth]

To sum up, skoda kushaq 1.0 TSI AT is a driver's car and Hyundai Creta 1.5 iVT is meant for comfort, features. Editing and review are great Autocar. Choosing mesmerizing locations for reviews and comparisons are divine!!

[@ChaiMaskaPav]

Gavin bhai in house ✨🔥

[@4kdroneshotsmodifiers]

Y cmparing an under power engine.... must take the 1 5 TSI Kushaq.

[@harshjoshi1305]

Good to see gavin back. 👍

[@JBGOLMS]

Dear Sir, Please also mention in the safety features comparison that Skoda Kushaq has Brake Disc Wiping, Muliti Collision Braking, Electronic Differential Lock, which the Creta does not have.

[@daniel-oc2kz]

Autocar, please be the first ones to do punch vs kiger vs magnite comparison before everyone jumps on the bandwagon

[@srinivasanramamoorthy9026]

Width as per dimensions is not much more... But the rear seat "feels" More wide and comfortable for 3

[@shreyasgharat8024]

Electronic parking break is certainly a feature but it's the worse in long run. Also having non digital cluster in skoda is so much better.

[@NordicPolestar]

Gavin's made his comeback. Hip hip hooray.

[@harshjoshi1305]

Good content by autocar! I am seein these videos as well as follows it just because I am passionate about cars and love it. Though I am not like these content creators. As of now I am just a student.

[@soumyajitroy2910]

Kushaq beats Creta ... 10 times out of 10

[@babluguptha1179]

Dont no the reason for not being active in the channel Hope gavin stays with Autocar😄

[@sayanmondal1303]

What creta doesn't give: Safety

[@punarv]

Ride & Handling: VW Group anyday. Everything else: Hyundai.

[@hemalkandoriya4887]

Safety in Hyundai???

[@hemalkandoriya4887]

Is there in Hyundai???😂

[@praveshsrivastava4437]

That line " there is the reason why creta has dominated the segment since 2015": gave me goosebumps!!....

[@vinothbalakrishnan4961]

Will wait for Skoda Slavia!

[@vk9423]

Skoda May be superior and better choice in terms of robust and sturdy build quality for safety but for long run maintenance costs Creta May be a good choice.

[@rohitupadhyay319]

Gavin u r best but where were u , Hope to see u frequently from now.

[@kumarabinash557]

CRETA is the segment King 👑. Best seller also in it's segment.

[@2minvideo555]

Great impartial review. Though you declared Creta having the final laugh by a small margin but this review did helped me in finalizing kushaq

[@harshjoshi1305]

Nice comparison 👏👏👍👍

[@udaikumarbaruah8717]

Gavin is back

[@superfunky3003]

Kushaq undoubtedly 😎

[@laxmikantj]

Hi, can you also include Astor torque converter n compare these 3 ? Can you also comment on maintenance part? Which one is easy n cheap to maintain?

[@krishchaudhry2222]

mg has the lowest cost of maintainence , but creta petrol is also low cost to maintain at number 2

[@ishanjaiswal1789]

Can we get a comparison with mg astor 1.5l variant as well

[@vjanand1419]

Looking forward for Skoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun comparison from Autocar India

[@sagarsuresh3473]

Kushaq everytime 👍

[@vinayakgalande7891]

Just waiting for Gavin videos missed a lot.

[@jitendraraghuvanshi7201]

Awaiting for the comparison between MG Astor 1.5 CVT and Hyundai Creta 1.5 IVT!!! @Autocar please review it

[@fastbowler9717]

For me Kushaq…. Hands down

[@RahulDas-ro6ml]

Gavin my bwoy is back!

[@sarthakshewale4493]

Please bring Seltos, Taigun, Astor and Kicks also in the video once

[@VigneshS-kk6kr]

@autocarindia please compare the base versions of creta petrol and MG Astor

[@harshjoshi1305]

I think though kushaq styling is remarkable and also built quality but in response to creta i feel kushaq's cabin quality and just 1.0 engine is just sufficient but not just par with creta. If skoda needs to compete with creta Or even seltos other brands in this segment need to offer more. Creta's cabin quality, ride quality, overall appearance is 🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙

[@prathvirajpsuvarna4912]

Creta is best as family car

[@nightcore-_]

great review 😄😄

[@gavin_drives]

Thanks! Glad you liked it! 😀