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Skoda is set to give the Slavia an update in the coming weeks. As per some dealers we spoke to, Skoda is set to replace the 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system on the higher variants of the Slavia. The 10-inch head unit is set to be replaced by a smaller 8.0-inch unit said to be sourced from Panasonic. While we have not heard back from Skoda officially, the update could be due to the ongoing semi-conductor shortages affecting the automotive industry.
Additionally, some reports suggest that the top variants are also expected to miss out on wireless charging as well and it remains to be seen if the new unit will support wireless smartphone connectivity. Aside from the equipment update, the Slavia is also set to receive its first price hike next month with the quantum expected to be up to Rs 50,000. The Slavia was launched at introductory prices in India with the hike signifying an end to the introductory pricing period.
The Slavia has had a strong start in India for Skoda with over 14,000 bookings having been clocked since its launch in late February. The company also reported seeing stronger than anticipated demand for the 1.5 TSI model which has accounted for about 30 percent of overall bookings.
Skoda’s compact sedan was launched in India in late February 2022 with prices currently ranging from Rs 10.69 lakh to Rs 16.19 lakh (ex-showroom). There are two engine options on offer – a 114 bhp 1.0 TSI unit that is the mainstay of the range and the more powerful 148 bhp 1.5 TSI mill available only in the fully loaded model. Both units come with manual and automatic (DSG for the 1.5 TSI) gearbox options.
The Slavia goes up against the Honda City, Hyundai Verna and Maruti Ci
