Comparing the Skoda Octavia RS and the Volkswagen Golf GTI 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 Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced at ₹5,199,000. On the engine front, the Skoda Octavia RS comes with a 1984 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI's 1984 cc, producing 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.19 kmpl - ARAI for the Skoda Octavia RS versus 15.44 kmpl (est.) for the Volkswagen Golf GTI. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with XDS+ |
| Engine Type | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DSG | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 15.19 kmpl - ARAI | 15.44 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (DSG) | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 600 Litres | 374 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1930 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 143 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1530 kg | 1430 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4686 mm / 1829 mm / 1468 mm | 4287 mm / 1789 mm / 1456 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2686 mm | 2637 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 | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | Clark Plaid + Leather Sport Seats |
| Sound System | Canton 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - RS-specific Bumpers | Yes - GTI-specific |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps (IQ.Light) | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| 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 | 225/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels (Ricardo design) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - XDS+ Electronic Differential Lock | Yes - XDS+ eDiff |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Magic BlackRace BlueMamba GreenVelvet RedCandy White | Grenadilla BlackOryx WhiteKings Red MetallicMoonstone Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
