Skoda Slavia 1.0L TSI launched at Rs. 10.69 lakh

The Skoda Slavia competes with the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, Honda City and the Hyundai Verna.

Skoda has announced the launch of the Slavia 1.0L TSI. The new mid-size sedan is available in three variants - Active, Ambition and Style, with prices starting at Rs. 10.69 lakh (ex-showroom). Prices for the 1.5L variants will be announced later.

The Skoda Slavia is based on the MQB-A0-IN platform, which it shares with the Kushaq. The car measures 4,541 mm in length, 1,752 mm in width, 1,487 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,651 mm. It has a ground clearance of 179 mm and comes with a 521-litre boot. With the rear seats folded, luggage capacity increases to 1,050 litres.

The Slavia features a typical Skoda front end. It has a large grille with vertical slats flanked by LED headlamp clusters that have integrated L-shaped LED daytime running lights. At the rear, the sedan features Skoda's familiar C-shaped taillights.

The Slavia comes equipped with a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 2-spoke steering wheel, an 8-inch digital instrument cluster, ventilated seats in the front, wireless charging and 6 airbags.

The Slavia is available with two turbo-petrol engine options. The 1.0-litre engine produces 113 BHP and 178 Nm, while the 1.5-litre engine makes 148 BHP and 250 Nm. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic and 7-speed DSG.

Skoda Slavia 1.0L TSI ex-showroom prices:

• Active MT - Rs. 10.69 lakh
• Ambition MT - Rs. 12.39 lakh
• Ambition AT - Rs. 13.59 lakh
• Style MT - Rs. 13.59 lakh
• Style MT (with Sunroof) - Rs. 13.99 lakh
• Style AT (with Sunroof) - Rs. 15.39 lakh