Skoda Kylaq vs Skoda Slavia

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Skoda Kylaq

Skoda Kylaq

Prestige+ AT

13.09 lakh

Skoda Slavia

Skoda Slavia

Monte Carlo DSG

18.84 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

999 cc
1498 cc

Number of Cylinders

3
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Petrol

Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
DCT

Number of Gears

6
7

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Max Engine Power

115hp at 5000 - 5500 rpm
150 hp at 5000 - 6000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

178Nm at 1750 - 4000 rpm
250 Nm at 1600 - 3500 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Direct Injection
Direct Injection

E20 Compatibility

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Official Fuel Economy

19.05 kmpl
18.79 kmpl

Fuel Tank Capacity

45 litres
45 litres

Autocar Tested City Mileage

8.7 kmpl
–

Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

13.36 kmpl
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Autocar Tested Mileage

11.03 kmpl
–

User Reported Mileage

15.69 kmpl
–

0-100kph

11.69 s
–

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

6.38 s
–

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

8.72 s
–

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
McPherson strut with stabiliser bar

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Twist Beam Axle

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Drum
Disc

Wheel Size

17 inches
16 inches

Front Tyre Size

205/55 R17
205/55/R16

Rear Tyre Size

205/55 R17
205/55/R16

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Damper Control

–

Ride Height Adjust

–

4 Wheel Steer

–

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
–

Dimensions

Length

3995 mm
4552 mm

Width

1783 mm
1752 mm

Height

1619 mm
1507 mm

Wheelbase

2566 mm
2651 mm

Ground Clearance

189 mm
145 mm

Kerb Weight

1255 kg
1269 - 1271 kg

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

446 - 1265 litres
521 - 1050 litres

Doors

5
4

Comfort

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Rear AC Vents

Ambient Lighting

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Climate Control

1-zone
1-zone

Sunroof

Single Pane
Single Pane

Cruise Control

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Trunk Light

–

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only
Front Passenger Only

Glove Box

Interior Lamps

Bottle Holder in Doors

Cup Holders

Utility Recess On Dashboard

Cooled Glovebox

Driver Armrest Storage

Front Seatback Pockets

–

UV Cut Glass

–

12 Volt Port

Push Button Start

–

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

–

Cooled Storage

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

–

Rear Reading Lamp

–

Rear Power Outlet

–

Dead Pedal

–

Rear Parcel Tray

–

Door Pockets

–

Acoustic Windshield

–

Driving Modes

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

–

Launch Control

–

Keyless Entry

Yes with proximity sensors
–

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Roof Grab Handles

–

Third Row AC Vents

–

Auto Parking

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Bluetooth Connectivity

–

Remote Locking

–

Safety

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Central Locking

Hill Descent Control

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Rear Defogger

Airbags

6
6

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Parking Sensors

Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

Rear
360 degree

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Warning Only
With Display

GNCAP Rating

–
5

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Dual Tone Horn

–

Brake Disc Wiping

Driver Airbag

Passenger Airbag

Side Airbag

Curtain Airbag

Heads Up Display

–

Blind Spot Monitor

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Crash Test Rating

5
–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

–

Adaptive Cruise Control

–

High Beam Assist

–

Hill Start Assist

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

Driver's Window Only
–

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Electronic Parking Brake

–

Overspeed Warning

–

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Door Ajar Warning

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

Sequential Turn Indicators

–

Scuff Plates

–

ORVM turn indicators

LED headlamps

LED taillights

LED fog lamps

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Door Handle Finish

–
Body Coloured

LED DRLs

–

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Roof Rails

–

Projector Headlamps

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Cornering Foglamps

–

Spoiler

–

Cornering Headlights

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Tachometer

Digital
Digital

Seat Count

5
5

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front Only

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
Yes with Holders

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage
Yes with Storage

Massage Seats

Rear Only

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
60:40

Low Fuel Level Warning

–

Distance to Empty

–

Trip Meter

–

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Gear Indicator

–

Average Speed

–

Head-up Display

–

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Shift Indicator

–

Third Row Seats

–

Adjustable Front Headrests

–

Heated Seats

–

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Driver's Seat Memory

–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

–

Entertainment

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

10-inch Touchscreen
10.1-inch Touchscreen

Voice Commands

Google Assistant

Front USB port

2 Type C
2 Type C

Second Row USB port

2 Type C
2 Type C

Branded Music System

Speakers

4
8

Satellite Navigation

–

Web Browser

–

USB Input

–

MirrorLink

–

Steering Phone Controls

–

Video Player

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

–

Touchpad

–

Audio System

–

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
–

CD Player

–

Gesture Controls

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

–

Android Auto

Wireless
–

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Connected Car Features

Anti Theft Immobilisation

–

Questions you may find useful

•16w

Hi. I have been driving an i20 diesel for the last 8 years, and it has covered 1.15 lakh km. The car has been maintained well. I recently moved to Bengaluru, and the urge to upgrade has come up. I looked at the Skoda Kylaq and even booked the Signature Plus Automatic, with my i20 valued at Rs. 4.6 lakh in exchange. However, after a test drive, my family now wants me to buy the Slavia 1.0 Automatic instead. I am also concerned about the ethanol-blending issue. Should I go ahead with the purchase or continue using the i20 for a few more years? I am getting the Slavia Prestige at Rs. 18 lakh on-road.

•19w

I am buying my first car. While I do not have a fixed budget, I understand that every vehicle comes with certain trade-offs. My primary usage will be city commuting, along with occasional road trips every two months. I have never driven a German car before, and the last car I drove was a Tata Indica eV2. I am looking for a car that offers excellent comfort in Delhi-NCR weather conditions, including ventilated seats and an air-conditioning system that cools the cabin effectively. I would also like a car that provides an engaging driving experience so that I do not get bored of driving it over time. I plan to pass the car on to my father in the future if I no longer need it, so I am specifically looking for an automatic. Safety is, of course, a priority as well. I am currently confused between the Skoda Kylaq, Skoda Kushaq, Skoda Slavia, Kia Syros, Hyundai Venue, Hyundai Creta, Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Tata Sierra, Toyota Hyryder, and a few other options in the market. Which one would be the most suitable choice for my requirements?