Comparing the Skoda Octavia RS and the Volvo EC40 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 Volvo EC40 is priced at ₹5,699,000. On the engine front, the Skoda Octavia RS comes with a 1984 cc unit compared to the Volvo EC40's N/A (Electric), producing 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm and 402 bhp (Twin Motor 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 | — | 82 kWh NMC Battery |
| Displacement | 1984 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | AWD (Twin Motor) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Front + Rear) |
| 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 | 402 bhp (Twin Motor AWD) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm | 670 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (DSG) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 82 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~28 min (10-80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC (150 kW) |
| Range | — | 590 km - WLTP |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes - One-Pedal Drive |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 600 Litres | 452 Litres + 31 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2680 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 154 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1530 kg | 2185 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4686 mm / 1829 mm / 1468 mm | 4440 mm / 1873 mm / 1596 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2686 mm | 2702 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 Dual-Zone Climate Control with Heat Pump |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit | 12.3-inch Digital Driver Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | Yes - Pilot Assist |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch Central Touchscreen with 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 | Leather / Microfibre Blend |
| Sound System | Canton 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman Kardon Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C |
| 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 Headlamps (Thor's Hammer) |
| 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 | 235/45 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 | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - XDS+ Electronic Differential Lock | Yes - DSTC |
| 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 | Crystal WhiteSand DuneOnyx BlackVapour GreyDenim Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
