Comparing the Skoda Octavia RS and the Mahindra Bolero Neo 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 Mahindra Bolero Neo is priced at ₹885,000. On the engine front, the Skoda Octavia RS comes with a 1984 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Bolero Neo's 1493 cc, producing 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm and 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.19 kmpl - ARAI for the Skoda Octavia RS versus 17 kmpl for the Mahindra Bolero Neo. 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 | — | Standard 12V automotive battery configuration |
| Displacement | 1984 cc | 1493 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol | mHawk100 1.5L Turbocharged Diesel Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 50 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DSG | 5-Speed Manual Gearbox |
| Mileage | 15.19 kmpl - ARAI | 17 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 Cylinders Inline |
| Power | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm | 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Micro-hybrid engine start-stop technology key system |
| Torque | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm | 260 Nm @ 1750–2250 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (DSG) | Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 600 Litres | 384 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2215 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1530 kg | 1510 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4686 mm / 1829 mm / 1468 mm | 3995 × 1795 × 1817 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2686 mm | 2680 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt-adjustable power steering column |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote keyless entry with speed-sensing auto-locking mechanics |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Powerful manual Air Conditioning system with dedicated ECO cooling mode settings |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit | Twin-pod instrument cluster display with an 8.9 cm LCD Driver Information System screen |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | Dedicated speed cruise control mapping toggles on the steering wheel |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | No |
| Infotainment System | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 22.8 cm (9-inch) touchscreen interface supporting Bluetooth, AUX, USB, and customized vehicle app tracking networks |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Electrically adjustable side mirrors |
| Power Windows | Yes | Standard front and rear electric power windows equipped with an auto-delayed power function |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Integrated central armrests are installed for both front row seats and the second-row middle bench seat on upper variants |
| Seat Upholstery | Perforated Leather / Alcantara Sport Seats | Premium fabric upholstery |
| Sound System | Canton 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Multi-speaker layout comprising 4 Speakers and 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | Standard front-row USB C- Type charging slots |
| Voice Command | — | Available via built-in Voice Messaging alert software |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - RS-specific Bumpers | X-shaped body-colored bumpers fitted with distinct black wrap cladding |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lights integrated into the headlamp cluster assembly |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Stylish front bumper-integrated fog lamps |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps (IQ.Light) | Twin-pod sporty static bending headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Sedan) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Classic upright rear combination lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/40 R18 | 215/75 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Availble |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Features basic Cornering Brake Control (CBC) logic architecture |
| EBD | Yes | Availble |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - XDS+ Electronic Differential Lock | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Standard dedicated mounting anchors installed across the second-row seating bench |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Reverse sonar parking assist sensor matrix |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Magic BlackRace BlueMamba GreenVelvet RedCandy White | Pearl WhiteDiamond WhiteRocky BeigeStealth BlackJeans Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
