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Skoda Slavia vs Honda City Comparison

Compare Skoda Slavia vs Honda City to know which is better. Detailed cars comparison on Skoda Slavia vs Honda City compare price, specs, mileage, performance, reviews and other features on car&bike.

Slavia vs City Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsSlaviaCity
Price10 L12 L
Power1498 CC1498 CC
ClassSedanSedan
Mileage18 - 20 KM/L18 KM/L
Slavia
Skoda Slavia
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹10 L
City
Honda City
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹12 L
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Classic 1.0 TSI MT
Skoda Slavia
Classic 1.0 TSI MT
10 L
SV MT Petrol Platinum White Pearl
Honda City
SV MT Petrol Platinum White Pearl
12 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
7.6
7.5
Value For Money7.008.00
Significance7.008.00
Styling9.008.25
Comfort9.007.50
Safety8.008.50
Merit Or Usp8.758.75

Specifications

Engine Type1.0 TSI Petrol, In-line, 4 Stroke Positive Ignition Direct Injection Engine1.5-litre IVTEC DOHC Engine
Displacement (CC)999 CC1498 CC
No. of Cylinders34
Power114 bhp @5000-5500 rpm @ 5000-5500 rpm119 bhp
Torque178 Nm 1750-4500 @ 1750-4500 rpm145 Nm
Top Speed189190
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph10.710.2
No. of gears66
Drive TrainFWDFWD
Turbocharger Yes No
Emissions StandardBS6 Phase 2BS6
Length4541 mm4583 mm
Width1752 mm1748 mm
Height1507 mm1489 mm
Wheelbase2651 mm2600 mm
Ground Clearance179 mm165 mm
Kerb Weight1278 KG1153 KG
Boot Space521 L506 L
No. of Doors44
No. of Rows22
Seating Capacity55
Fuel tank Capacity45.040.0
Mileage ARAI18.00 KM/L17.80 KM/L
Mileage - City16.00 KM/L14.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway20.00 KM/L18.00 KM/L
Front SuspensionFront Axle McPherson Suspension With Lower Triangular Links And Stabiliser BarMcPherson Strut With Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionRear Axle Twist Beam AxleTorsion Beam With Coil Spring
Front Brake TypeDiscDisc (Ventilated)
Rear Brake TypeDrumDrum
Steering TypeElectric PowerCollapsible Electric Power Assisted
Steering AdjustabilityTilt & TelescopicTilt And Telescopic
Wheel TypeSteel Wheel15 X 5.5 J Alloy
Tyre TypeTubeless RadialTubeless Radial Ply
Front Tyre Size205/55 R16185/55 R16 83H
Rear Tyre Size205/55 R16185/55 R16 83H
Spare Wheel TypeSteelSteel
Spare Wheel Size205/55 R16185/55 R16

Features

Air ConditionerManualAutomatic Climate Control with Touch Control Panel
Front ACSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control Yes
Rear ACBlower, Vents Behind Front Armrest Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Idle Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Cruise Control No Yes
Power Windows Yes Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Cooled Glovebox YesNA
Rain Sensing Wipers Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Adjustable ORVMs Yes Yes
Adjustable Rear Headrests No Yes
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone Charger No Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central Locking Yes Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment8-way Manually AdjustableManual
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment6-way Manually AdjustableManual
Seat UpholsteryLeatheretteFabric
Rear Armrest Yes Yes
Front Armrest Yes Yes
Folding Rear Seat Yes Yes
Split Rear Seat60:40 Split Yes
Front Seatback PocketsFront & Rear Yes
HeadrestsFront OnlyFront & Rear
Seat Memory Function YesNA
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
No. of Airbags26
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbags No Yes
Rear Side Airbag YesNA
Curtain Airbag No Yes
Knee Airbags YesNA
ABS Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Electronic Stability Program Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror YesNA
Hill Hold Control YesNA
Hill Assist Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) YesNA
Traction Control Yes Yes
Child Seat Anchor Points YesNA
Parking SensorsRearRear
Speed Alert System YesNA
Parking AssistanceReverse CameraRear Camera
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock YesNA
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Light TypeLEDProjector
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)LED Yes
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Fog LampsLED No
Follow-Me-Home Headlamps YesNA
Cabin LampsFront and Rear Yes
Shark Fin Antenna YesNA
Body-Coloured ORVMs YesNA
Chrome Accents YesNA
ORVM AdjustmentsElectrically Adjustable & Retractable Yes
Instrument ClusterAnalogue with 3.5-inch Multi-Information Display (MID) Yes
Trip MeterElectronic 2 Trips Yes
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average Speed YesNA
ClockDigital Yes
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness YesNA
Gear Indicator YesNA
Shift Indicator YesNA
TachometerAnalogue Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Infotainment System YesNA
Touchscreen Display Size17.7 cm Yes
Audio System Yes Yes
Speakers4 Yes
Tweeters2 No
GPS Navigation Yes Yes
Voice Commands YesNA
Smartphone Connectivity No Yes
Bluetooth Support Yes Yes
USB Support Yes Yes
AUX Compatibility YesNA
Radio Yes Yes
Connected Car Technology YesNA
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA) YesNA
Geofencing YesNA
Autonomous Driving Level NoLevel 2
SOS Button YesNA
Type Battery Warranty2 Years3 Years
Type Manufacturer Warranty2 Years / Unlimited km3 Years

Pros Cons of Skoda Slavia

Pros

  • Genuinely engaging 1.5-litre TSI engine.
  • Excellent five-star Global NCAP safety.
  • Large 521-litre boot space.
  • High ground clearance for Indian speed breakers.

Cons

  • Interior plastics could be plusher in some areas.
  • Long clutch travel on the manual transmission.
  • Significant engine noise above 2,300rpm in the 1.0-litre variant.

Verdict

The Skoda Slavia is a focused premium sedan and it succeeds because it doesn't try to be an SUV. Based on road tests by the car&bike team, including Ameya Naik and Shams Raza Naqvi, the Slavia proves its strength in terms of safety, performance, and long-distance usability.

Best as

  • An enthusiast's daily driver.
  • A secure family highway cruiser.
  • A spacious, long-distance tourer.

Not Ideal as

  • A chauffeur-driven urban commuter.
  • A tech-heavy showpiece (lacks ADAS).
  • A low-maintenance automatic (DSG upkeep is costly).

Pros Cons of Honda City

Pros

  • The cabin offers ample space
  • The 1.5-Litre i-VTEC petrol engine is refined
  • Ride quality is exceptionally comfortable
  • Standard six airbags and Level 2 ADAS features
     

Cons

  • The feature list lacks some premium additions
  • Rear seat headroom is tight for taller passengers
  • There is no diesel or turbo-petrol engine option
  • The manual transmission can feel jerky at lower speeds

Verdict

The Honda City continues to hold its ground in India's sedan segment well. Owners have often mentioned how it rarely sacrifices everyday practicality, passenger comfort, and long-term reliability, regardless of the generation launched. From our side, we firmly consider this vehicle a reliable car that is intended to provide a relaxed driving experience. Furthermore, the eHEV variant has brought a new age of exceptional fuel economy to the sedan. If you intend to own a dependable, spacious, and family-oriented vehicle, the Honda City remains a highly sensible investment.

Girish’s review summarises this about the sedan,

“The facelift and the enhanced feature list justify the car’s price tag even more. The City has always been like that: a no-nonsense car that gets the job done with very little drama. It still is the same. One can argue whether that is better or not in the current world of make-believe, but there is little doubt it fits into the various Indian scenarios with ease, even more effortlessly now.”

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