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Maruti Suzuki Victoris vs Skoda Kushaq vs Tata Curvv (2026)

The classic midsize suv shortlist, settled with numbers (October 2026):

  • Pick the Maruti Suzuki Victoris if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 28.65 kmpl).
  • Pick the Skoda Kushaq if you want the most power (148 bhp).
  • Pick the Tata Curvv if you want the lowest starting price (₹9.99 Lakh), the biggest boot (500 L).

Three-Way Specification Comparison

SpecMaruti Suzuki VictorisSkoda KushaqTata Curvv
Ex-showroom price₹10.50 Lakh – ₹19.99 Lakh₹10.69 Lakh – ₹19.19 Lakh₹9.99 Lakh – ₹18.99 Lakh
Engine / Motor1.5L K15C mild-hybrid petrol / 1.5L Toyota M15D-FXE strong hybrid / 1.5L S-CNG1.0L & 1.5L TSI turbo-petrol1.2L turbo-petrol / 1.2L GDI turbo-petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel
Max power102 bhp148 bhp123 bhp
Fuel optionsPetrol, Strong Hybrid, CNGPetrolPetrol, Diesel
TransmissionsManual, Torque Converter AT, e-CVTManual, Torque Converter AT, DCTManual, DCT
Mileage (claimed)28.65 kmpl (strong hybrid), 21.18 kmpl (petrol MT), 27.02 km/kg (CNG)17.7-19.8 kmpl (ARAI)15.0-18.4 kmpl depending on engine and gearbox
Seating555
Safety rating5 stars5 stars5 stars
Airbags (max)666
Boot space439 L385 L500 L

Maruti Suzuki Victoris in short

The Victoris is Maruti's Arena-channel midsize SUV, slotting between the Brezza and the Nexa-sold Grand Vitara and taking on the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder head-on. It is the rare car to hold five stars from both Bharat NCAP and Global NCAP, and it offers the widest powertrain spread in its class — mild-hybrid petrol with manual, automatic or AllGrip Select AWD, a factory S-CNG, and a Toyota-derived strong hybrid claiming 28.65 kmpl.

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Skoda Kushaq in short

The Kushaq was the first product of Skoda's India 2.0 programme and remains the keen driver's alternative to the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Maruti Grand Vitara. Its European-tuned chassis and strong TSI engines set the segment's dynamic benchmark, and a five-star Global NCAP score underlines its solid build. It counters feature-heavy rivals with substance over gadget count.

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Tata Curvv in short

The Curvv is India's first mainstream coupe SUV, slotting between the Nexon and Harrier to fight the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara and Kia Seltos with a style-first pitch. It offers two turbo-petrols including Tata's new 1.2L GDI Hyperion unit, a 1.5L diesel, and a 500-litre boot with a powered tailgate. Bharat NCAP awarded it a full 5-star rating.

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Head-to-head pairs

Frequently Asked Questions

Victoris vs Kushaq vs Curvv — which should I buy?

Pick the Maruti Suzuki Victoris if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 28.65 kmpl). Pick the Skoda Kushaq if you want the most power (148 bhp). Pick the Tata Curvv if you want the lowest starting price (₹9.99 Lakh), the biggest boot (500 L). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.

Which is the cheapest among Victoris, Kushaq, Curvv?

The Tata Curvv starts lowest at ₹9.99 Lakh, against ₹10.50 Lakh for the Victoris and ₹10.69 Lakh for the Kushaq (ex-showroom, October 2026).

Which is the safest of the three?

Maruti Suzuki Victoris: 5 stars; Skoda Kushaq: 5 stars; Tata Curvv: 5 stars.