Skoda Slavia is one popular sedan in the Indian market and its 1.5L TSI motor is a driver's delight. However, with the shortage of semi-conductor chips globally, carmakers are struggling to provide certain features and even the waiting period of almost all cars has gone up by a margin. Skoda too is hit by the chip shortage and the waiting period clocks in 120 days which is 4 months for the 1.5L TSI. It is the 1.0L TSI that is most in demand but even the 1.5L TSI is a hit in the market.
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Zac Hollis, Director, Sales and Marketing, Skoda India has confirmed that they are ramping up the production of the bigger and more powerful, 1.5L TSI motor. There are some challenges to gathering up the components of this bigger motor but we're trying to cut down the waiting period to 2 months which is the same as the 1.0L TSI.
This 1.5L TSI belts out a whopping 148 bhp of power on tap with a peak torque of 250 Nm. A 6-speed manual transmission is offered as standard along with an optional 7-speed DSG. The ARAI claimed fuel economy of the MT sticks to 18.72 kmpl whereas for the 7-DSG it is, 18.41 kmpl.
Feature-wise, Skoda Slavia is equipped with a larger touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging, LED headlights with integrated LED daytime running lights, a virtual cockpit, eight speakers with subwoofer and more.
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The 1.5L TSI is priced at Rs 16.19 lakh for the MT and Rs 17.89 lakh for the 7-speed DSG. Will you pick the Skoda Slavia 1.5L TSI over the VW Virtus or the recently launched Honda City e:HEV? Do share your thoughts in the comment section below. Also, join our 91Wheels Whatsapp and 91Wheels Telegram group. Here, we share with you the latest news from the auto industry and you also get to connect with fellow auto enthusiasts.
