Do you want to find out which vehicle suits you better — Skoda Octavia RS or BMW iX1 LWB? 91Wheels brings you a clear, data-driven comparison between Skoda Octavia RS and BMW iX1 LWB. The Skoda Octavia RS is priced from ₹49.99 Lakh, while the BMW iX1 LWB starts at ₹51.40 Lakh (ex-showroom). The Skoda Octavia RS comes with petrol and diesel engine options paired with both manual and automatic transmissions. It's powered by a 1984 cc engine that produces 261 bhp and 370 Nm1 600 - 4500 rpm of torque, offering a claimed mileage of up to N/A km/l. The BMW iX1 LWB, on the other hand, uses an electric motor with 66.4 kWh battery pack option. It delivers 204 bhp and 250 Nm of torque, with a certified range of up to 531 km on a single charge. Charging is convenient too — the BMW iX1 LWB supports fast charging 32 min(10% to 80%). It also comes with 2 Years/Unlimited Kms battery warranty, while installation support for home chargers may vary by city.
Skoda Octavia RS vs BMW iX1 LWB: Specifications Comparison
Comfort & Convenience
AC
Rear AC Vents
Automatic climate control
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
Power Steering
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Leather streering wheels
Keyless Entry
Smart Key
Smart Key
Parking Assist
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Electronically Adjustable Seats
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
Seat Upholstery
Leatherette
Leather
Folding Rear Seat
Split Rear Seat
Adjustable Headrests
Cup Holders
Headlight Height Adjuster
GPS & Navigation
Ambient Light
Front Seat Back Pockets
Driver & Co-Driver Side
Head Up Display
Cabin Lights
Front Only
Front & Rear
Co-Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual Adjust - Slide And Recline
Manual Adjust - Slide And Recline
Charging Outlets - Front Row
Usb And Type C
12V And Usb
Charging Outlets - Second Row
Usb And Type C
Usb Only
Headlamps
Led
Led
Front Armrest
Fixed
Fixed With Storage
Rear Armrest
Yes, With Cup Holders
Parking Brake
Manual Hand Brake
Electric Park Brake
Adjustable Steering
Tilt & Telescopic
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual Adjust - Slide And Recline
Manual Adjust - Slide& Recline And Height
Instrument Console
Digital
{10.25 inches}, Digital Console
Paddle Shifters
Glove Box Cooling
Data Not Available
Glovebox Lamp
Data Not Available
Distance to Empty display
Data Not Available
Safety
Airbag Details
10 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, Driver Side Knee, Center side, Rear side)
7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, Driver Side Knee)
Airbags
10
7
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Lane Departure Warning
Seat Belt Warning
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Hill Assist
Hill Descent Control
Parking Camera
Rear Only
Front and Rear
Blind Spot Detection
Central Locking
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock
Fog Lights
BNCAP Adult Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
BNCAP Child Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
BNCAP Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
GNCAP Adult Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
GNCAP Child Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
GNCAP Rating
Not Tested
Not Tested
Inside Rear View Mirror
Auto Dimming
Auto Dimming
Surround View Camera
Yes& 360 View Camera
Yes& 360 View Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera
ADAS
ASR / Traction Control
Data Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Data Not Available
Door Ajar Warning
Data Not Available
ADAS Type
Data Not Available
Level 2
Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
1984 cc
Data Not Available
Engine Type
2.0LTurbocharged Petrol
Electric
No. of Cylinders
4
Data Not Available
Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Gears
7
Data Not Available
Power
261 bhp
204 bhp
Torque
370 Nm1 600 - 4500 rpm
250 Nm
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
Top Speed
250 kmph
175 kmph
Turbocharger
Data Not Available
Battery Capacity
Data Not Available
66.4 kwh
Battery Type
Data Not Available
Lithium ion
Charging Time
Data Not Available
32 min(10% to 80%)
Fast Charging
Data Not Available
Range
Data Not Available
531 km/charge
Acceleration
Data Not Available
8.6 secs (0-100 km/h)
Motor Power
Data Not Available
150000 W
Dimensions & Capacity
Length
4709 mm
4616 mm
Width
1829 mm
1845 mm
Height
1457 mm
1612 mm
Wheelbase
2677 mm
2800 mm
Ground Clearance
128 mm
170 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 Litres
Data Not Available
Boot Space
600 Litres
490 Litres
Kerb Weight
1528 kg
2085 kg
Body Type
Sedan
SUV
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Front Suspension
MacPherson suspension with lower triangular links and torsion stabilizer
Double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Multi-element axle& with one longitudinal and three transverse links& with torsion stabiliser
Multi-link
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Disc
Spare Wheel
{125/70 R18}& Steel Rim
No& With Puncture Kit
Front Tyre Size
225/40 R19
225/55 R18
Rear Tyre Size
225/40 R19
225 / 55 R18
Turning Radius
5.2 meters
5.8 meters
Wheels Type
Alloy Wheels
Alloy Wheels
Wheels Size
R19
R18
Exterior
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front & Rear With Auto Up & Down (All Four)
Rear Wiper
Rear Defogger
Daytime Running Lights
Automatic Headlamps
Outside door handles
Body Colored
Body Colored
Bumpers
Body Coloured
Black
Antenna
Sharkfin
Sharkfin
Rear Spoiler
Body Coloured Boot Mounted
Body Coloured Roof Mounted
Bonnet
Manual Lift
Manual Lift
Outside Mirrors
Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Adjustable with Autofold
Tail Gate
Manual Operation
Powered
Outside Rear View Mirrors
Body Coloured With Indicators
Body Coloured With Indicators
Sunroof
Panoramic Sunroof
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Data Not Available
Instrumentation
Low Fuel Level Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
Data Not Available
Infotainment & Communication
Infotainment Screen
Multifunction Display
Touchscreen Size
12.90 Inches
10.7 inches
Bluetooth Compatibility
Integrated Music System
Premium Type With Subwoofer
Premium Type With Subwoofer
AM/FM Radio
Wireless Charger
Yes - Front
Yes - Front
Android Auto and Apple Carplay
Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay
Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay
Speakers
Data Not Available
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Pros & Cons
Pros
Strong performance from the 261 BHP 2.0L turbo-petrol engine paired with a quick-shifting DSG gearbox.
Sharp handling and impressive stability, making it one of the best front-wheel-drive driver’s cars.
Premium, spacious cabin with sporty seats and a large 600-litre boot for everyday practicality.
Packed with advanced tech and safety, including ADAS, 10 airbags and a high-end Canton sound system.
The iX1 LWB is the longest SUV in its segment, offering a tremendous amount of space for rear passengers
Packed with all the must-have features that every modern car is now offering
Features the segment’s biggest panoramic sunroof, covering an area of up to 9 square feet.
Attractive asking price of Rs 49 lakh, it makes for a highly appealing, luxurious SUV.
Its 66.4 kWh battery pack offers 531 km of MIDC range, and with a 130 kW DC fast charger, it charges from 10% to 80% in just 29 minutes.
BMW offers 8 years or up to 160,000 km of warranty.
Cons
Expensive pricing due to CBU import, with an ex-showroom cost of around ₹50 lakh.
Limited availability, with only 100 units allocated initially.
Misses some expected features like a sunroof, ventilated seats and a full-sized spare wheel.
Very low 128 mm ground clearance, requiring caution over bad roads and large speed breakers.
When compared to its rivals, it feels less performance-oriented.
