Comparing the Skoda Octavia RS and the Mahindra XEV 9S 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 XEV 9S is priced at ₹1,899,000. On the engine front, the Skoda Octavia RS comes with a 1984 cc unit compared to the Mahindra XEV 9S's N/A (Electric), producing 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm and 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) 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 | — | NMC / LFP Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | 1984 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| 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 | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (DSG) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 79 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~20 min (10-80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - 175 kW DC |
| Range | — | 600+ km (est.) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 600 Litres | 300 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2900 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 207 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1530 kg | 2300 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4686 mm / 1829 mm / 1468 mm | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1770 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2686 mm | 2775 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch + Passenger Display |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Perforated Leather / Alcantara Sport Seats | Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Canton 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - V2L |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| 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 Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Sedan) | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/40 R18 | 245/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - XDS+ Electronic Differential Lock | Yes |
| 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 | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackDesert MystRuby VelvetMidnight Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.1 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
