Skoda and Volkswagen post mixed sales in August 2026 as Kylaq leads volume

Skoda and Volkswagen recorded different domestic sales results in August 2026, with Skoda growing and Volkswagen declining compared to the previous year. Skoda registered 5,650 units, which is a 13.66% increase from 4,971 units in August 2025. Volkswagen reported 2,283 units, dropping 16.04% from 2,719 units a year earlier. Combined sales reached 7,933 units, up 3.17% from 7,690 units in August 2025. Both brands saw a month-on-month drop compared to July's combined total of 8,424 units, with Volkswagen accounting for most of the reduction.

Skoda Sales Breakdown

Kylaq was Skoda's top volume driver with 3,590 units, making up 63.54% of the brand's monthly sales. Kylaq sales grew 15.84% year-on-year from 3,099 units, though they fell 3.68% compared to July. Kushaq followed with 1,048 units, rising 32.83% year-on-year and 25.81% month-on-month, making it the only Skoda model to improve over July. Slavia recorded 897 units, dropping 11.01% from August 2025 and 9.67% from July ahead of an upcoming update. Kodiaq finished the lineup with 115 units, marking a 53.33% yearly increase but a 26.28% drop from July.

Volkswagen Sales Breakdown

Virtus led Volkswagen with 1,301 units, representing 56.99% of the brand total, but fell 22.28% year-on-year and 8.38% from July. Taigun recorded 938 units, down 6.29% year-on-year and 23.43% from July. Together, Virtus and Taigun made up about 98% of Volkswagen sales. Tayron added 42 units, Tiguan recorded two units, and Golf had zero sales, bringing Volkswagen's total month-on-month decline to 15.91%.

Upcoming Launches and Partnerships

Upcoming vehicle updates will focus on sedans, with the updated Slavia launching soon and an updated Virtus expected in the coming weeks. Volkswagen also confirmed a new sub-4-metre SUV based on the Kylaq for next year. Additionally, JSW Group and Skoda Auto Volkswagen India signed a non-binding MoU for a proposed 51:49 joint venture where JSW will hold the majority stake to focus on mass-market vehicles in India.