The Skoda Slavia is a compact sedan produced by the Czech automobile manufacturer Skoda Auto. It was unveiled in March 2021 and made its market debut later that year.
Design and Features:
The Slavia has a sporty and modern design language, with a longer wheelbase than the Rapid, providing more interior space. The car features Skoda's "Optic" design theme, which includes a distinctive front grille, LED headlights with integrated Daytime Running Lights (DRLs), and a sloping rear roofline.
Dimensions:
- Length: 4,203 mm
- Width: 1,751 mm
- Height: 1,487 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,651 mm
Interior and Comfort:
The Slavia's interior is designed to provide comfort and convenience. The car features a large 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, as well as a range of safety features such as a multi-collision brake and driver fatigue detection.
Engine Options:
The Skoda Slavia is available with two engine options:
- A 1.0-liter turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine producing 108 horsepower
- A 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine producing 148 horsepower
Both engines come with a 6-speed manual transmission as standard, and an optional 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission is also available.
Safety Features:
The Slavia features a range of safety features, including:
- Front airbags
- Side airbags
- Curtain airbags
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Traction Control System (TCS)
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Variant and Trim Options:
The Skoda Slavia is available in various trim options, including the Ambition, Active, and Style variants. The car also offers a range of customization options to suit individual preferences.
Dimensions and Capacity:
The Slavia has a boot space of 521 liters, which can be expanded to 530 liters with the rear seats folded down. The car's fuel tank capacity is approximately 45 liters.
Price:
The Skoda Slavia is competitively priced in its market segment, starting from around ₹7 lakh (approximately $9,500 USD) for the base variant and going up to ₹10 lakh (approximately $13,300 USD) for the top-of-the-line trim.
