Comparing the BMW 7 Series and the Skoda Octavia RS side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW 7 Series is available at ₹14,999,000, while the Skoda Octavia RS is priced at ₹3,999,000. On the engine front, the BMW 7 Series comes with a 2998 cc (740i) / 4395 cc (760i) unit compared to the Skoda Octavia RS's 1984 cc, producing 375 bhp (740i) / 544 bhp (760i xDrive) and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 12.0 kmpl (approx) for the BMW 7 Series versus 15.19 kmpl - ARAI for the Skoda Octavia RS. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | 2998 cc (740i) / 4395 cc (760i) | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / xDrive AWD (760i) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 Petrol Inline-6 / 4.4L N63B44 V8 TwinPower Turbo | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 12.0 kmpl (approx) | 15.19 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 (740i) / 8 (760i) | 4 |
| Power | 375 bhp (740i) / 544 bhp (760i xDrive) | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 500 Nm (740i) / 750 Nm (760i) | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 500 Litres | 600 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 2030 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2150 kg | 1530 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5391 mm / 1950 mm / 1544 mm | 4686 mm / 1829 mm / 1468 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3215 mm (LWB) | 2686 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (Integral Active Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone + Rear 4-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Curved Display | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ACTIVE DRIVING ASSISTANT PROFESSIONAL + L3 Highway Assist | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - All 4 Seats (Massage + Heating + Cooling) | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display + Theatre Screen (31.3-inch rear) | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key Plus | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Soft Close Doors | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual 4-Zone | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - Executive Lounge Rear Seating | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Merino Leather / Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR | Perforated Leather / Alcantara Sport Seats |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (36-Speaker) | Canton 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - RS-specific Bumpers |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Selective Beam Laserlight LED | LED Matrix Headlamps (IQ.Light) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Auto Folding + Camera | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Not Available (Sedan) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/50 R19 (front) / 275/45 R19 (rear) | 245/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 9 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + ADB + xDrive | Yes - XDS+ Electronic Differential Lock |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - Surround View 3D + Remote Park | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireMineral WhiteTanzanite BlueFrozen GreyAventurine RedM Brooklyn Grey metallicOxide Grey metallicDravit Grey metallicM Carbon Black metallic | Magic BlackRace BlueMamba GreenVelvet RedCandy White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.6 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
