Volkswagen Golf GTI vs Skoda Octavia RS
Golf GTI vs Octavia RS
Key Highlights | Volkswagen Golf GTI | Skoda Octavia RS |
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Price | Rs.50.91 Lakh | Rs.49.99 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
Power | 194 bhp @ 5250 - 6500 rpm | 261 bhp |
Mileage/Range | N/A kmpl | N/A kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
Golf GTI specifications | Octavia RS specifications | |
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On Road Price | 58.86 Lakh Price Breakup | 57.79 Lakh Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
User Rating | 3.0 | - |
Boot Space (Litres) | 380 Litres | 600 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic (DSG) | Automatic |
Engine Displacement | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 194 bhp @ 5250 - 6500 rpm | 261 bhp |
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Exterior
Golf GTI Exterior | Octavia RS Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | Panoramic | - |
Sunroof | Yes | - |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | - |
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | - |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | - |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Golf GTI Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Octavia RS Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Independent suspension with McPherson Struct | MacPherson suspension with lower triangular links and torsion stabilizer |
Rear Suspension | Independent suspension by four-link axle | Multi-element axle, with one longitudinal and three transverse links, with torsion stabiliser |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Wheels | Alloy | Alloy |
Spare Wheel | Alloy | Steel |
Front Tyre Size | 225/40 R18 | 225/40 R19 |
Rear Tyre Size | 225/40 R18 | 225/40 R19 |
Turning Radius | 5.45 meters | - |
Tyre Size Spare | 225/40 R18 | 125 /70 R18 |
Wheels Size | R18 | R19 |
Instrumentation
Golf GTI Instrumentation | Octavia RS Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | - |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | - |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital |
Gear Indicator | Yes | - |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Infotainment & Communication
Golf GTI Infotainment & Communication | Octavia RS Infotainment & Communication | |
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Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
Voice Command | Yes | - |
Infotainment Screen | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Display | Yes | - |
Touchscreen Size | 12.9 inches | 12.90 Inches |
Display Screen for Rear Passengers | No | - |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | - |
Integrated Music System | Yes | - |
Speakers | 7 | - |
AM/FM Radio | Yes | - |
USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
Golf GTI Warranty | Octavia RS Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 4 Years/100000 Kms | - |
Engine & Transmission
Golf GTI Engine & Transmission | Octavia RS Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | 2.0L TSI | 2.0LTurbocharged Petrol |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
Cylinder Configuration | Four cylinders | Four Cylinder |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
Transmission Type | Automatic (DSG) | Automatic |
Gears | 7 | 7 |
Power | 194 bhp @ 5250 - 6500 rpm | 261 bhp |
Torque | 370 Nm @ 1600-4500 rpm | 370 Nm1 600 - 4500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Top Speed | 267 kmph | - |
Emission Norm | BS6 Phase 2 | - |
Turbocharger | Yes | Yes |
Fuelling | TSI | - |
Comfort & Convenience
Golf GTI Comfort & Convenience | Octavia RS Comfort & Convenience | |
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Ventilated Seats | Yes | - |
AC | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC Vents | Yes | - |
Automatic climate control | Yes | Yes |
Heater | Yes | - |
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors | Yes | - |
Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | - |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable steering | Yes | - |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
Leather streering wheels | Yes | Yes |
Drive Modes | 3 | - |
Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
Electronic Parking Brake | Yes | - |
Safety
Golf GTI Safety | Octavia RS Safety | |
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Airbags | 7 | 10 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | Yes |
Overspeed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph | 1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph |
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Yes | Yes |
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) | Yes | Yes |
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist) | Yes | Yes |
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | Yes |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | Yes |
Lane Departure Warning | Yes | - |
Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | - |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | Yes | - |
Hill Assist | Yes | - |
360 degree camera | No | Yes |
Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
Blind Spot Detection | - | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
Golf GTI Dimensions & Capacity | Octavia RS Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 4289 mm | 4709 mm |
Width | 1789 mm | 1829 mm |
Height | 1471 mm | 1457 mm |
Wheelbase | 2627 mm | 2677 mm |
Ground Clearance | 136 mm | 128 mm |
No. of Seats | 5 | 5 |
No. of Doors | 5 | 5 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 50 Litres |
Boot Space | 380 Litres | 600 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 1454 kg | 1528 kg |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Volkswagen Golf GTI and Skoda Octavia RS
Safety
Golf GTI comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), 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, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Central Locking, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera, ADAS. Octavia RS has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Central Locking, Child Safety Lock, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror.
Body
Golf GTI has doors and seats. It is an with 380 Litres boot space, 45 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 136 mm. It is 1789 mm wide, 1471 mm high and 4289 mm long. It has 1454 kg kerb weight and 2627 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Octavia RS is an with doors and seats ,50 Litres fuel tank capacity, 600 Litres boot space, 128 mm ground clearance.It has 1457 mm height, 4709 mm length, 1829 mm width, and 1528 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
Volkswagen Golf GTI comes with FWD and 7 Automatic (DSG) transmission. And Octavia RS comes with FWD and 7 Automatic transmission.