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Whether we like it or not, I guess its high time we accept the reality, cars have become very expensive in past few years. Current chip shortage and supply constraints are just adding fuel to the fire. An i20 top end in Bangalore is around 15 lakhs and here we are talking about a full size sedan. Last edited by sunikkat : 3rd March 2022 at 14:13. | |
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1. 'Couple of years' ago, the Octavia was never sold at 'roughly just over the prices of today's Slavia'. In 2019-20, the Style Variant of Octavia retailed at 20.59-21L ex-showroom. The Slavia here is retailing at INR 17.79L. So thats a 3L rupee difference and that too after a good 2 years. 2. I think if we have to compare it with the Octavia (not sure why but if we have to) we should consider 1.4L TSI Manual variant of the Octy. That was around 16.99L if I remember correctly. In 2022, we get a bigger engine, more power, newer car with more features for INR 16.19L (manual 1.5L). So, I think its a pretty good deal. Finally, I think we should stop living in 2010. Prices of almost every car in the market has gone up and that is the reality. Slavia with a 1.5L DSG at 17.79L is a pretty good deal in my view. If not anything else, let us at least visit the showroom and test drive before going gaga about how overpriced the car is. | |
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I was waiting for the price reveal of Slavia for a while now. And I am disappointed. The only thing keeping me from buying a Honda city is the mileage and ground clearance. Under 14Lakhs I think Honda City 5th Gen is still the best. Slavia should have priced it a bit lower. And the base variant is really stripped. I think it's 2 - 3 lakhs more than the rapid which it's gonna replace. |
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BHPian ![]() | ![]() Hello everybody, Finally, SkodaIndia seems to have got some 'Spot On' pricing this time. ![]() Whatever negativity observed during any such launch at initial stages especially among some preoccupied minds, would surely settle down/ fed away with time once the TDs start & accordingly I'm sure, Slavia also would start gaining initial response in favor from the common Indian buyer, whom any Auto company would hardly dare to neglect these days. Skoda Slavia has been in the head lines since many days, thanks to the curiosity of prospective buyers & to some mixed kind of hype on Social media also. I personally think, when the buyers these days are fanatic behind Cross Overs and SUVs with varied nomenclature like Mini/Pseudo/Urban, SkodaIndia's this brave decision to launch another Sedan could have gone stupid if they haven't got the things executed relevantly. So, my first impression after having an extensive test drive of all 4 test mules is undoubtedly in favor of the Car. During 24 Feb to 1 March 'The Skoda Slavia World Dynamic Premiere' was organised in Goa. As a part of which Skoda had shortlisted 15 members pan India to form a 'FansOfSkoda' group and further had invited them to the DriveWithSLAVIA event after conclusion of the Media Drive. Being one of those privileged members I also had the pleasure to drive all 4 test mules of Slavia quite extensively on mixed driving conditions in Goa. We know, all the previous Skoda sedans like Laura, Octavia, Rapid though low on GC, have still been popular more among the enthusiasts just for the great driveability and assured stability they provide during high-speed driving. This time Skoda designers have worked really hard while presenting Slavia. By providing the added GC, they have made it relevant to venture on Indian roads and also 'NO roads' with extra confidence. I guess, Slavia sure has reasons to go for & would prove its own identity and utility as a perfect family car. ![]() Last edited by Dr.Vikas : 3rd March 2022 at 15:16. Reason: Correction |
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| ![]() Slavia 35 page brochure. Last edited by arjunsatheesh : 3rd March 2022 at 15:47. |
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![]() For a family sedan, it may be a deal breaker for some especially if they check out Honda City at the same time. 1.5 is more calm and refined but not to the level of City. | ||
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| ![]() I’m wondering why were Octavia 1.4 tsi, A3 & A4 1.4 despite being much heavier than Slavia were faster in 0-100 timings and top speed. Also considering the fact that 1.5 Tsi is an upgrade for 1.4 tsi and the platform is also the latest(lighter in weight). Last edited by divyadeeptsi : 3rd March 2022 at 19:03. |
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This is not Koenigsegg or Bugatti. 0-100 doesn't matter. | |
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At the risk of going off-topic, a short note. I agree with you that a single number representing 0-100 does not matter. But when taken along with timing figures for a bunch of various other ranges, like 80-120, 100-160, 40-100 etc, it gives a pretty good ballpark indication of the performance of the car in the real world. An indication probably more valuable than the on-paper peak power/torque figures. |
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So for a person who owns a 90 bhp hatchback this number might still be relevant and decision making factor while comparing with rivals. So it is not right if we say 0 to 100 matters only for super cars. Personally I feel it’s better if for all cars 0 to 100 timings are published, rather than everyone trying to find out the numbers themselves on public roads. | |
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For instance, for me the only real upgrade over my Honda City would be the Octavia, however, I don't have 30 big ones to splash on it. That's why as consumers we needed the Civics, Eleantras and Altis to occupy the 20-30L sedan space. Without real competition, Skoda is attempting to dilute the segment with Slavia 1.5, while the worthy Octavia remains out of reach for most of the future upgraders like me. The 1.8L Civic even with the CVT would have been a good enough option for me in the 20L range if Honda had not pulled the plug. Spectacular handling, build, looks and practicality. | |
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