Comparing the Skoda Octavia RS and the Citroen C3 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 Citroen C3 is priced at ₹630,000. On the engine front, the Skoda Octavia RS comes with a 1984 cc unit compared to the Citroen C3's 1199 cc, producing 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm and 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.19 kmpl - ARAI for the Skoda Octavia RS versus 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI for the Citroen C3. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 1984 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 38 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DSG | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT |
| Mileage | 15.19 kmpl - ARAI | 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm | 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start (top) |
| Torque | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (DSG) | Manual / Automatic (AT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 600 Litres | 315 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1455 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1530 kg | 985 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4686 mm / 1829 mm / 1468 mm | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1586 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2686 mm | 2540 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit | 7-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | — |
| Infotainment System | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Perforated Leather / Alcantara Sport Seats | Fabric |
| Sound System | Canton 12-Speaker Premium Audio | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | 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) | Halogen (base) / LED (top) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Sedan) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/40 R18 | 195/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels | 15-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 2 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - XDS+ Electronic Differential Lock | Yes (top) |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Magic BlackRace BlueMamba GreenVelvet RedCandy White | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 3.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
