Skoda, the Czech automaker, has officially introduced its new Slavia mid-sized sedan in India. Slavia replaces the aged Rapid sedan; however, it is bigger, more modern & more feature-rich than the older vehicle. The new model is based on the same MQB AO IN architecture as the Kushaq mid-sized SUV.
Skoda is banking on the Slavia to bring new life to the midsized sedan segment, which is dominated by the Honda City, Hyundai Verna, and Maruti Ciaz at the moment. Skoda’s new Slavia will compete directly with the City sedan, which has been India’s top-selling mid-sized sedan for quite some time. This article compares the price, dimensions, engine specs, and features of the new Skoda Slavia.
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SLAVIA VS CITY: PRICE
| Model | Prices |
| Slavia 1.0 Petrol | 10.69 lakh – 15.39 lakh |
| City 1.5 Petrol | 11.23 lakh – 14.98 lakh |
The Honda City 5th generation is available with both petrol and diesel engine options. Prices start at Rs 11.23 lakhs for petrol and Rs 14.98 lakhs for diesel (ex-showroom, Delhi). The diesel City is priced between Rs 12.83 lakh and Rs 15.18 lakh.
Only the petrol version of the new Skoda Slavia is available. With the new model with a 1.0L petrol engine, you can expect to pay between Rs 10.69 lakh and Rs 15.39 lakh.
SLAVIA VS CITY: SPECIFICATIONS
| Specifications | Skoda Slavia | Honda City |
| Engine | 1.0L & 1.5L TSI Petrol | 1.5L Petrol |
| Power | 115PS & 150PS | 121PS |
| Torque | 178Nm & 250Nm | 145Nm |
| Gearbox | 6MT, 6AT & 7-speed DSG | 6MT & CVT |
There are two petrol engines available for the new Slavia – a 1.0-litre turbo-3-cylinder petrol and a 1.5-litre TSI turbo-4-cylinder petrol. It generates 115 horsepower and 178 pounds-feet of torque from its 1.0L engine. You can choose between a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission.
Volkswagen Taigun & Skoda Kushaq are powered by the same 1.5L TSI engine. This engine has a torque of 250Nm and a maximum power of 150bhp. Power is transmitted via a six-speed manual or a seven-speed DSG automatic transmission.
A 1.5-liter, naturally aspirated, 4-cylinder i-VTEC engine powers the new Honda City. The engine produces 121 horsepower and 145 pounds-feet of torque. The engines are available with a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 7-step CVT automatic transmission. The City is also available with a 1.5L diesel engine that produces 100 bhp and 200 lb-ft of torque, paired to a 6-speed manual transmission.
DIMENSIONS
| Dimensions | Skoda Slavia | Honda City |
| Length | 4541mm | 4549mm |
| Width | 1752mm | 1748mm |
| Height | 1487mm | 1489mm |
| Wheelbase | 2651mm | 2600mm |
| Ground Clearance | 179mm | 165mm |
| Boot Space | 521-litres | 506-litres |
| Wheel Size | 16-inch | 16-inch |
Slavia’s dimensions are 4,541mm long, 1,752mm wide, and 1,487mm high, with a 2,651mm wheelbase.
The new City features a 2,600mm wheelbase. It measures 4,549mm long, 1,748mm wide, and 1,489mm tall.
The new Slavia features a segment-leading wheelbase of 2,651mm, 51mm longer than the City’s. Furthermore, the Slavia has a ground clearance of 179mm, which is 14mm greater than the City’s.
Skoda Slavia offers the largest boot space in the segment at 526 liters, while the City has a luggage space of 506 liters.
SLAVIA VS CITY: FEATURES
Skoda Slavia Feature – The car comes equipped with an LED lighting system, climatronic with an Air Care function, an electric sunroof, keyless entry, multifunctional steering wheel, auto day/night IRVM, and wireless charging.
- Smartlink technology that allows Android and Apple smartphones integrates is included in the 10.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
- The Slavia’s safety features include six airbags, an electronic stability control system, anti-lock braking, an electronic differential system, multi-collision braking, a cruise control system, rain, light, and tire pressure sensors, as well as a rear parking sensor and camera.
Honda City Features – the Honda City 5th generation comes with LED headlamps, LED tail-lights, diamond-cut alloy wheels, intelligent key with keyless entry, push start/stop button, remote engine start, power-adjustable door mirrors, climate control with MAX COOL mode, cruise control, etc.
- It features an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with a weblink, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. It is also equipped with connected car technology.
- Safety features on the new City include six airbags, all 5-seats with 3-point belts, LaneWatch camera, rear camera, rear parking sensors, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with Electronic Stability and Traction Control, Agile Handling Assist (AHA), Hill Start Assist, TPMS, and Automatic headlight control with light sensor.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Does Honda City qualify as a luxury car?
There is no denying that Honda City provides a level of luxury that cannot be found anywhere else in the sedan segment. This car has everything you’d expect from a luxurious car, from its comfortable cabin to its eye-catching exterior. It’s practical and has a premium feel to it.
Skoda Rapid is better than Honda City?
Rapid has a 999 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while City has 1498 cc (Petrol top model). In terms of mileage, the City has a mileage of 24.1 kmpl (Petrol top model)> and the Rapid has a mileage of 18.97 kmpl (Petrol top model).
What does i-VTEC stand for in Honda City?
The i-VTEC system stands for Intelligent Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control, a device created by Honda to improve fuel efficiency. There are two camshaft profiles in VTEC, which are hydraulically selected. Honda engineer Ikuo Kakitani developed this technology.
How much does it cost to maintain Honda City?
Honda city is one of the best sedan models, and you can buy a second-hand Honda city for a low price. Maintenance is not so expensive compared to other sedans, and the engine of this car is excellent. Approximately Rs 4,000 is required for every 7,000 km of service.
Is Skoda leaving India?
The jokes aside, Hollis made it crystal clear that Skoda Auto India won’t be disappearing anytime soon. In addition, he noted that the Czech automaker had invested a whopping 8,000 crore into India over the past three years.
