Comparing the Skoda Octavia RS and the BMW X5 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 X5 is priced at ₹9,999,000. On the engine front, the Skoda Octavia RS comes with a 1984 cc unit compared to the BMW X5's 2998 cc, producing 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm and 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.19 kmpl - ARAI for the Skoda Octavia RS versus 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X5. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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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 Petrol / 3.0L B57 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 83 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DSG | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 15.19 kmpl - ARAI | 12.69 kmpl (Petrol) / 15.23 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Power | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm | 335 bhp (xDrive40i) / 340 bhp (xDrive30d) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm | 450 Nm (Petrol) / 700 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (DSG) | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 600 Litres | 645 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2870 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 213 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1530 kg | 2210 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4686 mm / 1829 mm / 1468 mm | 4922 mm / 2004 mm / 1745 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2686 mm | 2975 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 | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | Yes - Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go + Steering/Lane Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | Yes - Front (Memory) + Rear |
| Infotainment System | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 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 | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather (top) |
| Sound System | Canton 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker / Bowers & Wilkins 20-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof |
| 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 |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps (IQ.Light) | Laserlight LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Auto 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 | 265/50 R19 (front) / 295/45 R19 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - DBC + fading compensation |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - XDS+ Electronic Differential Lock | Yes - DSC + xDrive + DTC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Magic BlackRace BlueMamba GreenVelvet RedCandy White | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireCarbon BlackTanzanite BlueSkyscraper GreyBrooklyn Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
