Comparing the Skoda Octavia RS and the Maruti Suzuki Baleno 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 Maruti Suzuki Baleno is priced at ₹598,998. On the engine front, the Skoda Octavia RS comes with a 1984 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Baleno's 1197 cc, producing 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm and 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.19 kmpl - ARAI for the Skoda Octavia RS versus Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Baleno. 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 | — | 12V |
| Displacement | 1984 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DSG | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | 15.19 kmpl - ARAI | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Self Start |
| Torque | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (DSG) | Manual & Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 600 Litres | 318 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1410 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1530 kg | 955–1020 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4686 mm / 1829 mm / 1468 mm | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2686 mm | 2520 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 | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | — |
| Infotainment System | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Perforated Leather / Alcantara Sport Seats | Fabric |
| Sound System | Canton 12-Speaker Premium Audio | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| 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 |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED (Front) |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps (IQ.Light) | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Sedan) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 245/40 R18 | 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 6 (Standard) |
| 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 | 360-Degree Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Magic BlackRace BlueMamba GreenVelvet RedCandy White | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
