First Look: Skoda Slavia to be showcased at Krishna Skoda Chandigarh

Chandigarh: Skoda Auto India today announced the showcase of the all-new premium mid-size sedan, Slavia at its showroom. Customers can get a personal experience with the car, along with a detailed immersion of the product features. While pre-bookings are already underway, the test-drives and customer deliveries will commence in early March 2022, post the price announcement. Customers are invited to visit Krishna Skoda showroom/s to take the first glimpse of the newly launched sedan.

Zac Hollis, Brand Director, Skoda Auto India, said,“The Slavia is the second jewel for Skoda Auto India under the 2.0 project. This sedan will strengthen our position in this dynamic market, and also re-energise and revive the premium mid-size sedan segment. With the Slavia, we are confident of putting the love back into sedans. This gorgeous car is now just one step away for our customers. This occasion is momentous also because the Slavia name is the advent of a new legacy for Skoda Auto, in India, and also on a global scale.”

Virender, Vice President – Sales, Krishna Skoda Chandigarh, said, “The Skoda Slavia has been an eagerly awaited car among our customers here in Chandigarh with enquiries beginning from when it was unveiled last November. We are happy to be showcasing it to our customers, many of whom have already booked it before seeing it in metal. This is the result of deep confidence and trust the brand enjoys in Chandigarh, Punjab and across India.

The Slavia is Skoda Auto India’s second vehicle based on made-for-India MQB-A0-IN platform after the KUSHAQ SUV introduced in July 2021. It is powered by a 1.0 litre 3-cylinder turbo-petrol making 85kW (115ps) via a 6-speed manual and six-speed automatic. Purveyors of performance can choose the sophisticated, yet efficient 1.5-litre 4-cylinder turbo-petrol engine making 110kW (150PS) that can be mated to a 6-speed manual and a 7-speed DSG.

At 1752mm, the Skoda Slavia is the widest car in its premium mid-size sedan segment providing class-leading space and comfort for five in its generous cabin. The Slavia also leads its class in terms of boot space with a capacity of 521 litres. The rear seats are not only abundant with space but also looks after the comfort and convenience of the rear passengers with dual AC vents and dual USB ports to charge personal devices.

On the inside, the front is accentuated with a dashboard lined with circular AC vents. Taking centre-stage in the dash is a 25.4 cms (10-inch) touchscreen for all infotainment and navigation needs. With SmartLink technology and by downloading the MySkoda app onto the phone, the system allows for complete integration with the phone and customised preferences, media, entertainment and offline navigation in areas with poor connectivity. Moreover, the touchscreen also has a design element running under it serving two purposes. It is a reflection of the Skoda grille outside and also acts as a rest for the wrist, making it ergonomic, convenient and safe for the user to operate the touchscreen.

As for passenger safety, the Slavia features six airbags, Anti-Lock Brakes, Electronic Stability Control, Multi-Collision Brake among others. Enhancing safety for younger passengers are ISOFIX anchors and tether point anchors in rear seats. Further improving cabin quality is the Aircare function that filters outside air coming into the cabin. The safety elements continue outside with features like automatic headlights, rain-sensing wipers and air pressure sensors in the tyres enhancing visibility and safety irrespective of road conditions and weather. BW