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Skoda
Slavia
Summary
The Skoda Slavia is widely praised for its engaging driving experience, robust build quality, and impressive safety features, including a 5-star NCAP rating. Users appreciate the powerful 1.5L TSI engine and smooth DSG transmission, making it a joy to drive. However, some concerns include its fuel efficiency and the higher maintenance costs associated with the brand. Overall, it’s seen as a well-rounded sedan that balances performance, comfort, and practicality.
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  • AE
    Auto Enthusiast
    on 1st July 2025
    4.2

    Of all the cars currently on sale in India, my favourite is the Skoda slavia offering a near-luxury experience at a relatively accessible price point. The interior quality, attention to detail, and sheer space in the cabin are unmatched by most rivals in the segment, Definetly one car for both family and fun drives.

  • A
    Anonymous
    on 30th April 2025
    5.0

    Flawless! There were no issues related driving, even in highways, the driving is quite easy. If anyone planning to buy a luxury sedan, it’s a great option.

  • AR
    Aishvaryya Ramesh
    on 2nd October 2023
    4.0

    Škoda Slavia is good starting from its mileage to power delivery. Though Skoda Maintainence is high it’s worth to buy

  • AE
    Auto Enthusiast
    on 24th June 2025
    4.0

    Skoda Slavia 1.5TSI. I love how this car steers & remains stable on corners at highway speeds without breaking a sweat. Coming from a 1.5 & 1.2 family of NA engines how this car accelerates is just beyond me. Sure even new Verna does accelerate wel but you don't get that command & boost in confidence as you get while driving that skoda.

  • A
    Anonymous
    on 16th June 2025
    4.2

    Skoda Slavia 1.5DSG is my favourite at the moment. Every time I drive this vehicle it gives you that WOW feeling. Its performance and handling, offers a smooth and refined driving experience is what I love about the car. I feel very safe when I drive it even at high speeds.

  • AE
    Auto Enthusiast
    on 16th September 2025
    3.0

    I like Skoda Slavia. I personally prefer cars that are fun to drive. With the 7 speed dsg gearbox and 1.5L TSI engine, I feel it's a very good car at a very reasonable price.

  • AE
    Auto Enthusiast
    on 1st December 2025
    4.0

    Skoda Slavia 1.5mt (Note that i mentioned 1.5) Not the 1lts +turbocharged. I felt it fun to drive, fun to sit in the car when my father drives it, the engine is very smooth, pure joy in the highways, i like the way its build. The design is Hot and Aerodynamic, feels classy, and its a powerful beast. i am a big fan of sedans, when i was a kid i feel in love with my neighbors Honda civic, when i grew up, the Skoda Octavia, hence the Skoda salvia is one of my favorites today.

  • S
    Sana
    on 28th June 2025
    5.0

    One of the best car… best pick up.. Smooth to drive and very easy to handle.

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    side view of a Crystal Blue Skoda Slavia
  • AM
    An maria Mathew
    on 6th October 2023
    4.1

    This is a great car. Fun to drive and practical for the family as well.

    front three-quarter view of a Skoda Slavia sedan
  • AE
    Auto Enthusiast
    on 23rd September 2025
    3.0

    I love the looks and design, the effort taken by Skoda to make it look like it's their own. German beast with a 1.5L TSI can smoke 90% of the cars in the Indian Market today and thats why Slavia is best. The European DNA needs to multiply rapidly and drive away the Japanese and Korean dominance on Indian roads. It's high time Indian manufacturers compete with the German beasts.

  • AB
    A Bagchi
    on 6th October 2023
    4.2

    I enjoy driving my car as it has the perfect combination of luxury and safety and it gives you a premium experience while driving

  • VD
    Vijaya Devi
    on 6th October 2023
    4.5

    Road clearance and Road grip is excellent. Rear seat leg space is very good for the long drive as well as its ease of driving and compact design are a boon for long drive.

  • AE
    Auto Enthusiast
    on 16th September 2025
    4.0

    Of all the cars currently available in India, the _koda Slavia stands out as my absolute favourite, especially among sedans. My preference for the Slavia is deep-rooted in its sophisticated blend of design, dynamics, practicality, and safety qualities that, to me, define the real spirit of an ideal midsize sedan.

  • AE
    Auto Enthusiast
    on 1st July 2025
    3.0

    i like skoda slavia the most it has got robustness stability and power it produces

  • AE
    Auto Enthusiast
    on 16th September 2025
    3.0

    I like my Slavia very much because it gives a premium feeling. The touchscreen is clear, music is loud and nice, and the air conditioning is strong. Driving it on highways is very comfortable and stress free.

  • V
    Varun
    on 17th July 2025
    4.4

    Skoda Slavia. Would be my pick as I am a hardcore sedan guy and I think for the price that slavia comes in, looks better than the virtus and carries the VW dna and safety too is really great. In the world full of SUVs. Slavia makes a really good choice if someone wants to get a mid-segment sedan for themselves, kinda priced well imo.

  • S
    SREEHARI
    on 18th October 2023
    3.9

    The Skoda Rapid is a compact car known for its practicality and value for money. It offers a spacious interior, comfortable seating, and a decent-sized trunk. The ride quality is generally good, and it handles well in city driving.The design is conservative, and the materials in the cabin can feel somewhat. Ground clearance is low and maintenance cost is high.

  • NM
    Nisha Mathew
    on 2nd October 2023
    4.0

    The car is good and spacious with good performance and good built quilty.

  • AE
    Auto Enthusiast
    on 1st December 2025
    4.0

    Well from a realistic/budgetary standpoint, it's the Skoda Slavia 1.5TSI DSG Monte Carlo for me. It's the one I've booked. I think it looks pheNomenal and would be a great first car for me.

  • AE
    Auto Enthusiast
    on 17th July 2025
    4.0

    Thats a really difficult question. Right now my favorite is the Skoda slavia 1.5. I am looking at the ones that are attainable to me at this point of my life too. I love sedans and those two, virtus and slavia are reviving the sedan scene in india. I like the looks of skoda better. I like the package with good enough power and fuel efficiency. It's both practical and fun. Here i am limiting my thoughts to only those attainable ones and cars that I atleast have had a test drive.

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    According to user reviews on Cars24, the Skoda Slavia has an average interior rating of 3.92 out of 5.

    According to user reviews on Cars24, the Skoda Slavia has an average exterior rating of 4.16 out of 5.

    Similar cars to the Skoda Slavia in India include Virtus, Verna, City, Ciaz, Tigor EV. These vehicles offer comparable features, body types, and price ranges.

    The average city mileage of Skoda Slavia is 18.7 - 20.3km/l.
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