How the Skoda Slavia is so close to the 1st Octavia vRS

I've been a major critic of the Kushaq, but I feel that Skoda has slayed it with the Slavia. Looking forward to possibly new Monte Carlo/RS variants in the future.

BHPian CrAzY dRiVeR recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Have said this before too - How close this one is to the original RS formula - the sedan that transformed the Indian market. I'm a crossover person and love the best-of-both-worlds practicality and fun they offer - but the Slavia sure has my attention!

I was hoping Skoda does an RS with the 1.5 TSi motor - but they didn't, but still, it's almost there (with the Rider, if not the RS) if the ride and handling formula is spot-on! Even had 16-inch alloys on same size tyres, with a similarly large looking gap in the wheel wells - but no one cared two hoots about back then. We never had tasted such performance before and welcomed the car with both hands. Although we have options now in other segments, the reality is that the C-sedan segment is as dry as a desert with Toyota even getting ready to launch an 8-year-old car with a fresh badge.

Have been a major critic of the Kushaq, but I feel Skoda has slayed it with the Slavia! Can't wait for the full review - and possibly new Monte Carlo / RS variants in the future.

Here's what BHPian adityagoel1 had to say about the matter:

Slavia the Slayer is here. This will spice up the dying sedan segment for sure. If priced right, this will surely leave Honda and Hyundai a big dent in the small sales. Honda will be affected the most as they don't have any other product like Hyundai (Venue, Creta which are driving the sales charts).

I have always loved the looks of Skoda cars, i.e., minimalistic, but Skoda is adding chrome elements to all their new launches. I hope there is Slavia black edition that will perfectly suit the 1.5 TSI + DSG combo.

This car I agree is not the perfect car but so are the others. But surely a worthy contender for an upgrade for a BHPian!

Here's what BHPian Pancham had to say about the matter:

I really, really like this car. Can’t wait to take a test drive of the 1.5L DSG. The reviewers are claiming the top model to be priced at 16.5L which is great pricing. The Octavia 1.4 TSI manual was more expensive I think when it was last sold in 2018-19.

Here's what BHPian DicKy had to say about the matter:

The baby Octavia is here!

Likes

• Mini Octavia Mk3
• Practical GC, though stance is naturally awkward
• Big boot space
• Not expecting soft touch and felt lined, so satisfied with interiors
• Engine/drivetrain options
• Rear quarter glass

Dislikes

• No Diesel. No Diesel. No Diesel
• Was expecting a notchback/tailgate. Though the boot space and shape make up for it.
• C'mon. Give a proper digital cockpit. If it cannot show maps, why do you need it? Just give analogue dials.

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