Skoda Slavia Facelift Teased Ahead of August 18 Launch

## Skoda Slavia Facelift: A Closer Look Skoda India has released a teaser of the Slavia facelift, giving us a glimpse of the design elements and features of the updated model. The Slavia facelift is set to launch on August 18, 2026, and based on the teaser, it appears to have a subtly refreshed exterior. The teaser shows the front grille studded with chrome detailing, revised headlamp detailing, and restyled bumpers with new fog lamp housings. The tail-lights also make an appearance, although it's unclear if they will feature the connected treatment like the Kushaq. Additionally, a new sporty five-spoke design for the alloy wheels was spotted, which will likely continue to be 16 inches in size. ## What to Expect from the Skoda Slavia Facelift On the inside, the Slavia facelift is expected to continue with the same cabin layout, albeit with updated colours and trim materials. It is likely to borrow the Kushaq's 10.25-inch digital driver's display. Whether it will feature the Kushaq's segment-only rear massaging seats is yet to be seen. Other features such as a single-pane sunroof, powered and ventilated front seats, and a wireless phone charger will continue to be offered. In terms of powertrains, the Slavia facelift will continue to be powered by the current version's 1.0 and 1.5-litre direct-injection turbo-petrol engines. The 1.0-litre unit will continue to be paired with a 6-speed manual, while automatic versions will get a new 8-speed torque converter gearbox. The 1.5-litre mill will continue to come solely with a 7-speed DCT. The Slavia facelift is expected to be slightly pricier than the current version, which retails for Rs 9.99 lakh to Rs 18.19 lakh. It will continue to take on rivals like the Hyundai Verna, Honda City, and the Volkswagen Virtus. With its updated design and features, the Slavia facelift is poised to make a strong impression in the market.