Skoda Slavia Monte Carlo launched at Rs 15.79 lakh

Skoda has also introduced the Slavia Sportline at Rs 14.05 lakh; both get cosmetic changes outside and inside.

Published On Sep 02, 2024 05:11:00 PM

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Skoda has introduced the Monte Carlo specification for its Slavia sedan for the first time, with prices starting at Rs 15.79 lakh. The Czech brand had previously added the Monte Carlo trim to its Rapid sedan and the Kushaq midsize SUV. Skoda has also expanded the Slavia range by introducing the Sportline trim. The brand has announced that the first 5,000 bookings made for the Monte Carlo and Sportline can avail benefits worth Rs 30,000, though this offer is only valid until September 6.

Slavia Monte Carlo costs Rs 20,000 less than the top-spec Prestige variant
It sports black highlights and is available with all three powertrain options
Slavia Sportline is priced about Rs 15,000 higher than the mid-spec Signature variant

Skoda Slavia prices (ex-showroom, India, in Rs, lakh)
Variant	1.0 MT	1.0 AT	1.5 AT
Classic	10.69	-	-
Signature	13.99	15.09	16.69
Sportline	14.05	15.15	16.75
Prestige	15.99	17.09	18.69
Monte Carlo	15.79	16.89	18.49

Skoda Slavia Monte Carlo: prices, differences

As is usually the case, Monte Carlo variants are based on the model’s respective top-spec trim. For the Slavia, it’s the Prestige. So, the Monte Carlo Slavias have all the Prestige features, such as the powered sunroof, ORVMs, the 380W subwoofer for the 8-speaker audio system, front ventilated seats and an 8-inch fully digital instrument cluster. Here’s the complete list of the Prestige variant’s features.

What sets the Monte Carlo variants apart are the black highlights on the grille, the badges, the door handles, the side skirts, the rear spoiler and the bumpers. Then, there are 16-inch alloy wheels in black colour. Skoda offers the Slavia Monte Carlo in Tornado Red and Candy White exterior finishes. Inside, the Slavia Monte Carlo features a red and black theme, with even the instrument cluster getting a red theme. These variants even have aluminium pedals. The

The Monte Carlo variants cost about Rs 20,000 less than the Prestige ones (Rs 15.99 lakh-18.69 lakh) and are available with three powertrain options: the 115hp, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol that gets 6-speed manual and torque convertor auto options, and the 150hp, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol that has a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic only.

Also see: Skoda Slavia Monte Carlo image gallery

Skoda Slavia Sportline: prices, differences

The Skoda Slavia Sportline is based on the mid-spec Signature variant, and gets a similar black finish as the Monte Carlo, including the black 16-inch alloys. Compared to the Signature’s interior, the Sportline adds aluminium pedals, new grey fabric upholstery and a powered sunroof, among other convenice features. Prices are about Rs 20,000 higher for the Slavia Sportline, which is available with all three powertrain options as well.

Also see: Skoda Slavia Sportline image gallery

Skoda Slavia rivals

The Skoda Slavia competes with the Honda City* (Rs 11.82 lakh-16.35 lakh), which comes with a segment-only hybrid version (Rs 20.55 lakh), Hyundai Verna (Rs 11 lakh-17.42 lakh), Maruti Ciaz (Rs 9.4 lakh-12.3 lakh) and Volkswagen Virtus (Rs 11.56 lakh-19.41 lakh).

All prices, ex-showroom, India

*Prices, ex-showroom, Delhi

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