Comparing the Skoda Octavia RS and the BMW iX1 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Skoda Octavia RS is available at ₹3,999,000, while the BMW iX1 is priced at ₹6,699,000. On the engine front, the Skoda Octavia RS comes with a 1984 cc unit compared to the BMW iX1's N/A (Electric), producing 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm and 313 bhp (xDrive30) respectively. 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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| Battery | — | 66.5 kWh Lithium-Ion NMC (5th gen) |
| Displacement | 1984 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | xDrive AWD (Dual Motor) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Dual - AWD) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DSG | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 15.19 kmpl - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm | 313 bhp (xDrive30) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm | 494 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (DSG) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 66.5 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~34 min (10-80%) / AC: ~6.5 hours (11 kW) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC Fast (130 kW) |
| Range | — | 440 km - WLTP |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes - Adaptive Regen |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 600 Litres | 490 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2610 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 194 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1530 kg | 2060 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4686 mm / 1829 mm / 1468 mm | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1616 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2686 mm | 2692 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit | 10.7-inch BMW Curved Display + 10.25-inch Central Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | Yes - Active Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | Yes - Driver |
| Infotainment System | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| 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 | Perforated Leather / Alcantara Sport Seats | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) |
| Sound System | Canton 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - RS-specific Bumpers | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps (IQ.Light) | LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Sedan) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/40 R18 | 235/50 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch / 20-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - XDS+ Electronic Differential Lock | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Magic BlackRace BlueMamba GreenVelvet RedCandy White | Mineral WhiteM Carbon BlackNight Dusk BlueSkyscraper Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
