Comparing the Skoda Octavia RS and the BMW M340i 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 M340i is priced at ₹8,499,000. On the engine front, the Skoda Octavia RS comes with a 1984 cc unit compared to the BMW M340i's 2998 cc, producing 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm and 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.19 kmpl - ARAI for the Skoda Octavia RS versus 13.76 kmpl - ARAI for the BMW M340i. 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 | 1984 cc | 2998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DSG | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 15.19 kmpl - ARAI | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Power | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (DSG) | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 600 Litres | 480 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2235 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 142 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1530 kg | 1695 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4686 mm / 1829 mm / 1468 mm | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2686 mm | 2851 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key |
| 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 | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather |
| Sound System | Canton 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-A & 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 - M-aerodynamic body kit |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps (IQ.Light) | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Sedan) | Defogger Only |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/40 R18 | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M-specific ABS |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M compound brakes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - XDS+ Electronic Differential Lock | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
