Comparing the BMW X5 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 X5 is available at ₹9,999,000, while the Skoda Octavia RS is priced at ₹3,999,000. On the engine front, the BMW X5 comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Skoda Octavia RS's 1984 cc, producing 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X5 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 | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 3.0L B57 Diesel | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 15.19 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Power | 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 450 Nm (Petrol) / 700 Nm (Diesel) | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 645 Litres | 600 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2870 kg | 2030 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 213 mm | 140 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2210 kg | 1530 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4922 mm / 2004 mm / 1745 mm | 4686 mm / 1829 mm / 1468 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2975 mm | 2686 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go + Steering/Lane Control | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) + Rear | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather (top) | Perforated Leather / Alcantara Sport Seats |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker / Bowers & Wilkins 20-Speaker (top) | Canton 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | 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 | Laserlight LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED Matrix Headlamps (IQ.Light) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Not Available (Sedan) |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 265/50 R19 (front) / 295/45 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 | 8 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - DBC + fading compensation | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + xDrive + DTC | Yes - XDS+ Electronic Differential Lock |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireCarbon BlackTanzanite BlueSkyscraper GreyBrooklyn Grey | Magic BlackRace BlueMamba GreenVelvet RedCandy White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
