[KapilD]

Originally Posted by 2wheelerhoot

Hi, followup from my previous post. I eventually got a December manufactured Kushaq which was delivered yesterday. One thing I noticed on my short drive, that while playing radio on the ICE the sound quality is not that great(can’t feel the bass). I have put the equaliser on Rock which is present in the audio settings. The quality is definitely good when I use Apple music due to loseless audio. Did anyone else notice this?

In comparison my dad’s Nexon has better quality while playing radio.

Btw I have style variant with the subwoofer. Below is the pic. I asked them not to put any ribbons n flowers to which they happily obliged

Congratulations on getting the car!! Wishing you Many Happy Motoring miles ahead!

As for the base, its not that boomy (on my 1.5 Style) at low volumes (up to 12). The vocals are more pronounced at this volume but if you increase it to 14/15 you can feel the bass.

Also, please note that Apple lossless music is useless over bluetooth as lossless is only available over wired connection (current wireless/bluetooth cannot support the bandwidth) and wireless only supports spatial and dolby atmos. I feel Spotify sound quality to be better over wireless connection. You may check if you feel the sound quality improves on Spotify.

Another thing I noticed is that the sound stage is front centre oriented rather than car centre oriented. It took a few days for me to get accustomed to this sound stage.

I shall try to connect Apple lossless over wired connection and update you if I succeed in getting it to play cd quality on the car speakers. In case you are able to do it, please do let me know if you find any difference.

[2wheelerhoot]

Originally Posted by KapilD

Congratulations on getting the car!! Wishing you Many Happy Motoring miles ahead!

As for the base, its not that boomy (on my 1.5 Style) at low volumes (up to 12). The vocals are more pronounced at this volume but if you increase it to 14/15 you can feel the bass.

Also, please note that Apple lossless music is useless over bluetooth as lossless is only available over wired connection (current wireless/bluetooth cannot support the bandwidth) and wireless only supports spatial and dolby atmos. I feel Spotify sound quality to be better over wireless connection. You may check if you feel the sound quality improves on Spotify.

Thanks. I’ll try increasing the volume to see if it gets any better. On the Carplay connected wirelessly, the sound is definitely better(even on lower volumes) and could be Dolby or spatial audio at work like you mentioned. Will try Spotify as well.

Originally Posted by KapilD

Another thing I noticed is that the sound stage is front centre oriented rather than car centre oriented. It took a few days for me to get accustomed to this sound stage.

Even I noticed the same, it did feel weird for a while.

Originally Posted by KapilD

I shall try to connect Apple lossless over wired connection and update you if I succeed in getting it to play cd quality on the car speakers. In case you are able to do it, please do let me know if you find any difference.

I’m yet to try connecting my phone with wire, will share my thoughts on the same once I do.

[silverbyte]

Originally Posted by KapilD

Congratulations on getting the car!! Wishing you Many Happy Motoring miles ahead!

As for the base, its not that boomy (on my 1.5 Style) at low volumes (up to 12). The vocals are more pronounced at this volume but if you increase it to 14/15 you can feel the bass.

Also, please note that Apple lossless music is useless over bluetooth as lossless is only available over wired connection (current wireless/bluetooth cannot support the bandwidth) and wireless only supports spatial and dolby atmos. I feel Spotify sound quality to be better over wireless connection. You may check if you feel the sound quality improves on Spotify.

Another thing I noticed is that the sound stage is front centre oriented rather than car centre oriented. It took a few days for me to get accustomed to this sound stage.

I shall try to connect Apple lossless over wired connection and update you if I succeed in getting it to play cd quality on the car speakers. In case you are able to do it, please do let me know if you find any difference.

Quick question - does the kushaq come with an amplifier. Where is the subwoofer connected to ?

Related question - the Ambition variant does not come with a subwoofer, but can it be added without rewiring, etc ?

[Hits_80]

Originally Posted by ridehard

Has anyone got 7D floor mats on? Any good online/offline source?
And does it fit well and work without intrusions for the driver?

I got this 7D Economy mats from Urban Lifestylers on Amazon, costing Rs.4699. They fitted perfectly, give premium feel as you open the door and no hindrance at all while driving. Have been using them for about a month now. I would strongly recommend them.

[KapilD]

Originally Posted by silverbyte

Quick question - does the kushaq come with an amplifier. Where is the subwoofer connected to ?

Related question - the Ambition variant does not come with a subwoofer, but can it be added without rewiring, etc ?

First part: Yes, it’s (amplifier) there on the style variant under the passenger seat.

Second part: Not sure but I believe since the HU is the same, there should be a provision to add an amplifier and a bass tube.

I suggest more knowledgeable guys from the audio dept comment on the second part 😁

[SHANK66]

Hello, as a potential buyer, I have been religiously following this thread for quite some time now and have seen any posts related to the dreaded engine failure.
Is the EPC issue permanently resolved?
Getting some good discounts on 1.0 L AT models.

[volkman10]

Skoda Kushaq beats VW Taigun in December sales/dispatches.

Clocks an average of ~ 2300 units/month.




Source: AutoPunditz

[KapilD]

Originally Posted by 2wheelerhoot

I’m yet to try connecting my phone with wire, will share my thoughts on the same once I do.

I tried using wired apple car play today and the media display changed from Dolby Atmos to Lossless (and in some case Hi-Res Lossless) with bit rate going up to 24 Bit 192 kHz.

There is a difference in the hi volume clarity of the music/instruments separation from the left and right channels. However, the low volume change is imperceptible. Low volume performance feels the same for Dolby and Lossless.

Will wait your feedback and experience.

[soumbane]

Originally Posted by SHANK66

Hello, as a potential buyer, I have been religiously following this thread for quite some time now and have seen any posts related to the dreaded engine failure.
Is the EPC issue permanently resolved?
Getting some good discounts on 1.0 L AT models.

EPC issue is resolved. They have replaced the fuel pump with a robust fuel pump.
What are the discounts you are getting ? Is it on the 6AB model ?

[SHANK66]

Originally Posted by soumbane

EPC issue is resolved. They have replaced the fuel pump with a robust fuel pump.
What are the discounts you are getting ? Is it on the 6AB model ?

I guess the discounts are available on all Kushaq models. The elite maintenance packages adds more incentives to sales rep and hence more discounts.
I was offered 50 k - 75 k discount on Ambition AT.

Anyway, I felt SCross Zeta AT as a VFM after I took a test drive and booked it.

[RPM1706]

Originally Posted by SHANK66

I guess the discounts are available on all Kushaq models. The elite maintenance packages adds more incentives to sales rep and hence more discounts.
I was offered 50 k - 75 k discount on Ambition AT.

When i checked, there was this Rs.50K discount + another Rs.25K random savings promised on the Ambition AT. There was also a Rs.20K offered on the 1.0 Style AT (2 airbags variant). But none whatsoever on the 1.0 Style 6 airbags) or the 1.5 DSG.

[rideon74]

Squeaky door beadings...a rattle from the dashboard console...botched up fitment of rear window guides + a rattle from the front passenger door panel (both new, both after the door beading replacement done on Jan 1st)...two inter-state work trips till the 16th and no chance of leaving the car at the SVC till then. Sigh...

By yesterday morning, these niggles started getting to me. Bypassing the SVC representative who I was in connect with, I made a call directly to the service manager at SGA Skoda, Coimbatore.

My primary questions: why were the door beadings still squeaky after a full replacement and would it better to wait for an improved batch of beadings instead of a second replacement job presently? I'd also mentioned the other niggles that were induced thanks to their shoddy workmanship from my last visit to them.

Was expecting the usual 'bring the car over, sir and we'll will surely rectify everything' but to my surprise, this happened...



The chubby gentleman turned out to be a Fiat Punto fan & we got along together very well indeed



Didn't expect them to reset the window guides right then & there...was kind of painful to watch.



They found out that the door beading replacement wasn't done with the latest version (GEN03S) - whoever worked on it earlier, merely put in a new set from the first version again (GEN01S). So the car will have to go back the SVC later to get the latest version. Well, at least now I know that things will get sorted out finally.



The mechanic was very polite. I found it funny but kind of him to forewarn me that he'll have to hand thump the beadings back into place. 'Don't mind, okay saar?'





The windows rolled up & down smoothly now. The dashboard & the door panel rattle will have to be checked out at the SVC later, they said. So the clean up was done and quite thoroughly too, I must say



The mechanic then decided to take a quick look what was causing the door panel rattle...but he couldn't figure it out. So that was added to the list for the SVC visit after 16th.



Final inspection by the gentlemen and overall, they did a good job. A few more minutes of talk about the Punto and the chaps left - leaving a happy customer to grab a cup of his evening tea.


I'm not sure if this 'doorstep service' is a Skoda SOP or if it had something to do with the fact that SGA Cars had won the 'Icon of the Year' award among the local businesses last year. Whatever it is, this kind of pampering certainly helps the customer feel like their cars are in better hands.

[AKSarkar1]

Originally Posted by rideon74

I'm not sure if this 'doorstep service' is a Skoda SOP or if it had something to do with the fact that SGA Cars had won the 'Icon of the Year' award among the local businesses last year. Whatever it is, this kind of pampering certainly helps the customer feel like their cars are in better hands.

Always refreshing to see a positive VAG aftersales review especially with all the horror stories on this forum.

Speaking from personal experience, I have always found VAG (VW specifically) aftersales to be very impressive if you strike a chord with them. The gentleman in your story is a perfect example of the same.

Thanks for sharing!

[anto1212]

Is it possible to get Style variant alloys on ambition? Gurudev Motors Chennai informed that they won't do it and it will void the warranty.

[lamborghini]

Originally Posted by anto1212

Is it possible to get Style variant alloys on ambition? Gurudev Motors Chennai informed that they won't do it and it will void the warranty.

Surprising!
Most dealers would be happy to sell you a set of alloys and overpriced tyres!

If you stick to the same tyre size of the Style, it ideally shouldn't be an issue since you're using OE Skoda Alloys and Manufactured recommended tyre pressure.
If you want to stay on the safe side, best to write to Skoda directly and ask them. They're pretty decent about responding.