The introduction of the Slavia marks the start of ŠKODA Auto’s next stage in the India 2.0 project.
Following the successful launch of the midsize SUVKUSHAQ, the brand-new sedan is the Czech carmaker’s second India-specific model.
Slavia’s manufacturing process has a localization level of up to 95%. As the sedan is based on the MQB-A0-IN platform – an MQB variant specially adapted by ŠKODA AUTO for India – it offers a comprehensive range of safety features and advanced infotainment systems.
The power output of the TSI engines available for the SLAVIA is 85 kW (115 PS)* and 110 kW (150 PS)* respectively, and just like other ŠKODAs, this model is characterised by an emotive design.
Its name is both a tribute to the carmaker’s beginnings and a symbol of a new era in the Indian market.
Thomas Schäfer, CEO ŠKODA AUTO, said, “With the new SLAVIA, we are igniting the next stage of our INDIA 2.0 product campaign. Following the successful launch of the KUSHAQ, we are now entering another popular segment with our brand-new premium midsize sedan.”
“The SLAVIA is perfectly tailored to the needs of our customers in India and is built with up to 95% localisation. We are confident that both the KUSHAQ and the SLAVIA will allow us to leverage the full potential in this promising, growing market,” he added.
Gurpratap Boparai, Managing Director of ŠKODA AUTO Volkswagen India Private Limited, said, “The successful start of the India 2.0 project with the KUSHAQ truly highlights what can be achieved with global collaboration here in India.”
“In addition to the increasingly sought-after SUVs, the premium sedan segment offers tremendous potential, and it’s a territory that we have made our own.”
“The sophisticated SLAVIA stands for prestige and style. It also represents a new growth area for ŠKODA AUTO. With its sophistication, capable engines and numerous,” he added.
“Simply Clever features, the SLAVIA will appeal to discerning customers in India, and it will also be appreciated in markets around the world,” said Zac Hollis, Brand Director, ŠKODA AUTO India.
“We are confident that the ŠKODA SLAVIA will continue the benchmarks set by the OCTAVIA and SUPERB and will help us to further strengthen our dominance in the segment,” Hollis said.
“With the launch of KUSHAQ, we have witnessed unprecedented growth for ŠKODA Auto India. While KUSHAQ saw us conquer new territory with a mid-size SUV that represents the aspirations of modern India, SLAVIA, gets us back to our roots, as the brand that brought the original premium sedan to India,” he said.
The new SLAVIA’s interior is based on the latest design concept of ŠKODA’s European models.
A free-standing infotainment screen measuring up to 25.4 centimetres takes centre stage.
The circular air vents are another striking feature. From the Ambition trim upwards, the touch-control Climatronic with air care comes as standard, while comfort features such as ventilated front seats upholstered in leather are available for the top-end specification Style variant.