Skoda Slavia facelift

The Skoda Slavia is a midsize sedan in India that rivals the Honda City, Hyundai Verna and the Volkswagen Virtus. It was launched in November 2021 and a facelift has been revealed in August 2026 with slightly redesigned exterior elements, new convenience features, and a new 8-speed automatic transmission for the 1.0-litre TSI engine. The 2026 Skoda Slavia is expected to be priced from ₹10.25 lakh to ₹18.75 lakh.  Pre-bookings of the Slavia facelift are open and deliveries are slated to commence during the festive season.

Engine options on the Skoda Slavia include a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder direct-injection turbo-petrol and a 1.5-litre direct-injection turbo-petrol engine. The smaller engine produces 115hp and 178Nm, and is offered with either a 6-speed manual or an 8-speed automatic transmission. The larger engine produces 150hp and 250Nm and is available only with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

Skoda offers the Slavia in six trims: Classic, Classic+, Signature, Sportline, Prestige, and Monte Carlo.

Key Highlights of the Skoda Slavia:

• Launched in 2021, it has received a facelift in August 2026
• The facelift offers redesigned headlights, segmented DRLs on the grille, new alloy wheels and new front and rear bumpers
• Two new exterior colours, Arctic Silver and Cappuccino Beige, are also being offered
• Inside, the facelift introduces a new 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, a 360-degree camera, and a segment-first rear-seat massage function
• Other features include a 10.25-inch infotainment system, a single-pane sunroof, auto AC with rear vents, and 6 airbags as standard.
• The Slavia received a 5-star Global NCAP crash safety rating in 2023 for both adult and child occupant protection
• The Slavia measures 4541mm in length, 1752mm in width, 1507mm in height and has a wheelbase of 2651mm