Detect my Current LocationHow fuel efficient is the new Skoda Slavia 1.0 TSI?
Switching from a diesel compact sedan, should you consider the Slavia 1.0 TSI with fuel efficiency on mind, or should you stick to diesel? Here's what we'd recommend.
Published On Apr 14, 2022 11:04:00 AM
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A big upgrade
I’m looking to upgrade from my Maruti Suzuki Dzire diesel, primarily keeping safety in mind, and for the want of additional boot space. I like the new Skoda Slavia 1.0 TSI, but my only concern is the fuel efficiency. My usage would be 60 percent on the highway, with the rest being in the city. I clock, on an average, about 10,000-15,000km per year, and maintain 100-120kph on the highway. Is it a wise decision to upgrade to the Slavia? Or should I be looking at any other model?
Aashlesh Rao, Bengaluru
The Slavia will be a nice jump up from your Dzire. It’s a solid, well-built car that gives you a lot of confidence on the highway. It’s also a good city car, thanks to light controls and a feisty 1.0-litre TSI direct injection turbo-petrol engine.
However, we must warn you that compared to your Dzire diesel, the running costs will be much higher as the shift to petrol will result in a higher per litre price and lower fuel efficiency.
The 1.0 TSI engine is sensitive to driving style, so you need to be gentle with the throttle pedal to get better efficiency and, if you floor it, the engine efficiency drops dramatically. If running costs are a concern, then its best to stick to another diesel – the Honda City diesel being the only option you really have. Otherwise, the Skoda Slavia, with its massive boot space and safety features – both of which are requirements for you – is a good choice.
You can read more about the Slavia's real world fuel efficiency here, as tested by Autocar India.
Also See:
Skoda Slavia 1.0 TSI review: Solid, safe and comfortable new sedan
2020 Honda City review, test drive
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Anand Hariharan - 833 days ago
Recently, I took my Slavia Ambition 1.0MT for a long trip, Palakkad-Trichy-Chennai-Puducherry-Palakkad and I got 18.5kmpl on highways and 12.3kmpl in city/town. I checked it using tank to tank method. Have driven only close to 2000kms as of now. The seating position is excellent. Also, long drives won't make you tired. Since your usage will be more on highways, Slavia is an excellent choice. It's a mile munching machine. The 179mm ground clearance is a big boon over bad roads and big speed breakers. Overtaking is also not a problem. Since you're used to driving the 1.3multijet, Slavia's 1.0TSI is also similar to drive. You won't find it difficult to plan overtakes. When buying Slavia, be sure to buy the service package.