Škoda Slavia

Škoda Slavia
2021 Škoda Slavia Style (India)
Overview
ManufacturerŠkoda Auto
Also calledVolkswagen Virtus
Production2022–present
AssemblyIndia: Chakan (Škoda VW India)
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact car (B)
Body style4-door sedan
PlatformVolkswagen Group MQB A0 IN
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission6-speed manual
6-speed automatic
7-speed DSG
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,651 mm (104.4 in)
Length4,541 mm (178.8 in)
Width1,752 mm (69.0 in)
Height1,487 mm (58.5 in)
Chronology
PredecessorŠkoda Rapid (India)

The Škoda Slavia is a subcompact sedan (B-segment) manufactured by Škoda primarily for the Indian market. It was introduced in November 2021 and has been produced since 2022. Built on the MQB A0 IN platform adapted for India, the vehicle is based on the Volkswagen Virtus sedan.[1] The Slavia replaced the Volkswagen Polo-based Rapid.[2]

Overview

Rear view

The Slavia was introduced on 18 November 2021. Compared to the preceding Rapid, the Slavia is 128 mm (5.0 in) longer, 53 mm (2.1 in) wider, and 20 mm (0.8 in) taller with a 98 mm (3.9 in) longer wheelbase. It is built with a localisation level of 95 percent.[3] At launch, the Slavia in India is offered in three trims, which are Active, Ambition and Style.[4]

The Slavia is available with a choice of two turbocharged petrol engines. The entry-level option is a 1.0-litre three-cylinder TSI unit producing 115 PS (113 hp; 85 kW) and paired to either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed torque converter automatic. The more powerful option is a 1.5-litre four-cylinder TSI motor with 150 PS (148 hp; 110 kW) that gets either the 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DSG gearbox. The 1.5 TSI is also equipped with the cylinder deactivation technology.[5] The manual variant for 1.5 TSI was discontinued by September 2024.[6]

In 2022, the Slavia contains 95% local parts.[7]

Markets

Brunei

As the follow-up of the reintroduction of Škoda Auto brand in Brunei, Škoda Auto's distributor in Brunei, TCY Motors unveiled the Slavia, offered only in Style variant powered with 1.0-litre TSI petrol engine mated with 6-speed automatic and other Škoda cars on 24 January 2024.[8]

Powertrain

Petrol engines
Model Displacement Power Torque Transmission Top speed Acceleration

0–100 km/h (0-62 mph)

1.0 TSI 999 cc I3 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) 175 N⋅m (129 lb⋅ft) 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic 189 km/h

(117 mph)

9.7 s
1.5 TSI 1,498 cc I4 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) 6-speed manual or 7-speed DSG 203 km/h

(126 mph)

8.1 s

Safety

In April 2023, the Slavia was awarded five stars for adult and child occupant protection by Global NCAP (based on Latin NCAP 2016) under its Safer Cars for India project.[9] The rating was based on tests performed on both the Slavia and its twin the Volkswagen Virtus. Despite being optional, the Slavia and Virtus' side and curtain airbags met Global NCAP's requirements to be fitted during the side pole test. In all tests, protection of most body parts was deemed good or adequate, but there was moderate rearward intrusion of the pedals in the frontal offset test and a moderate risk of rib fracture in the side pole test.

In April 2024, side and curtain airbags were made standard equipment on the Slavia.[10]

2023 Škoda Slavia, RHD
Global NCAP scores (2023)
Adult occupant stars
Adult occupant score 29.71/34.00
Child occupant stars
Child occupant score 42.00/49.00

References

  1. ^ "2022 Skoda Slavia Debuts In India Looking Like A Fabia Sedan". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2021-11-18.
  2. ^ Trehan, Rachit Shad (2021-11-18). "Skoda Slavia debuts as Rapid's successor". DriveTribe. Retrieved 2021-11-18. Archived 2022-01-14 at the Wayback Machine
  3. ^ "Meet the new ŠKODA SLAVIA". ŠKODA Storyboard. 2021-11-16. Retrieved 2021-11-18.
  4. ^ "Production-spec Skoda Slavia revealed, to launch next year". Autocar India. Retrieved 2021-11-18.
  5. ^ "Skoda Slavia breaks cover, will throw challenge to Honda City, Hyundai Verna". Hindustan Times Auto News. 2021-11-18. Retrieved 2021-11-18.
  6. ^ "Skoda slavia & Kushaq 1.5-litre TSI manual variants discontinued". Hindustan Times Auto News. 2024-09-07. Retrieved 2024-10-02.
  7. ^ "Skoda Slavia Production Begins In India; Launch In March 2022". carandbike.
  8. ^ "Introducing new SUV, sedan at Škoda's Lambak showroom". Borneo Bulletin. Retrieved January 26, 2024.
  9. ^ "Global NCAP: Skoda Slavia & VW Virtus get 5-star safety rating". Team-BHP. Retrieved 2023-04-11.
  10. ^ "Skoda India makes six airbags standard in Kushaq and Slavia". Autocar Professional. Retrieved 2025-08-16.
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