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Audi A8 vs Skoda Rapid

A8 Vs Rapid

Key HighlightsAudi A8Skoda Rapid
On Road PriceRs.1,81,55,835*Rs.15,52,572*
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)2995999
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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Audi A8 vs Skoda Rapid Comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.1,81,55,835*
Rs.15,52,572*
Finance Available (EMI)NoNo
InsuranceRs.6,37,815
A8 Insurance

Rs.55,182
Rapid Insurance

User Rating
4.8
Based on 9 Reviews
4.4
Based on 295 Reviews

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
V6 petrol engine
1.0L TSI Petrol
Displacement (cc)
2995
999
No. of Cylinders
6
6 Cylinder Cars
3
3 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
335.2@5000-6400
108.62bhp@5000-5500rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
500nm@1370-4500
175nm@1750-4000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Valve Configuration
-
DOHC
Fuel Supply System
TFSI
Direct Injection
Turbo Charger
YesYes
Super Charger
-
No
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Automatic
Gear Box
8-speed
6 Speed
Mild Hybrid
Yes-
Drive Type
AWD
FWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypePetrol
Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)11.7
16.24
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)72
55
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI
BS VI

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
Air Suspension
McPherson suspension with lower triangular links and torsion stabaliser
Rear Suspension
Air Suspension
Compound link crank-axle
Shock Absorbers Type
Air Springs With Continuous Damping
-
Steering Type
Electric
Power
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type
-
Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius (Metres)
-
5.3
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Drum
0-100kmph (Seconds)
5.7
-
Tyre Size
-
195/55 R16
Tyre Type
-
Tubeless,Radial
Alloy Wheel Size
-
R16

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
5302
4413
Width (mm)
1945
1699
Height (mm)
1485
1466
Ground Clearance Laden (mm)
-
116
Wheel Base (mm)
3127
2552
Kerb Weight (kg)
2030
1139-1169
Grossweight (kg)
2755
1700
Rear Headroom (mm)
995

-
Front Headroom (mm)
1051

-
Seating Capacity
5
5
No. of Doors
4
4

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Windows Front
YesYes
Power Windows Rear
YesYes
Power Boot
Yes-
Automatic Climate Control
4 Zone
Yes
Air Quality Control
Yes-
Remote Trunk Opener
YesYes
Low Fuel Warning Light
YesYes
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
Yes-
Remote Horn & Light Control
Yes-
Vanity Mirror
YesYes
Rear Reading Lamp
YesYes
Rear Seat Headrest
YesYes
Adjustable Headrest
YesYes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
YesNo
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
YesNo
Cup Holders Front
YesYes
Cup Holders Rear
YesYes
Rear AC Vents
YesYes
Heated Seats Front
Yes-
Heated Seats Rear
Yes-
Seat Lumbar Support
YesYes
Active Noise Cancellation
Yes-
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
YesYes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Navigation System
Yes-
Find My Car Location
Yes-
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
Yes-
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes-
Glove Box Cooling
YesNo
Bottle Holder
-
Front Door
Voice Command
Yes-
USB Charger
Front & Rear
-
Central Console Armrest
YesWith Storage
Tailgate Ajar
Yes-
Hands-Free Tailgate
Yes-
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes-
Luggage Hook And NetYes-
Lane Change Indicator
Yes-
Additional Features-
Climatronic - automatic air conditioning with electronic regulation of cabin temperature,Adjustable dual rear air conditioning vents on rear centre console,Dust and pollen filter,USB Air purifier,Tinted windows and windscreen,Dead pedal for footrest,Front sun visors,Vanity mirror in front passenger side sun visor,Rear windscreen sunblind,Foldable roof handles, for front and rear passengers,Storage compartment in the front and rear doors,Storage pockets behind the front seats,SmartClip card holder,Coat hook on rear roof handles and B-pillars,Retaining strip on the driver sun visor
Massage Seats
Front & Rear
-
Memory Function Seats
Front & Rear
-
One Touch Operating Power Window
All
All
Autonomous Parking
Semi
-
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Ventilated Seats
Yes-
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Electric Adjustable Seats
Front
-
Automatic Headlamps
YesNo
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes-

Interior

Tachometer
YesYes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
YesYes
Leather SeatsYesYes
Fabric Upholstery
-
No
Leather Steering WheelYesYes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift SelectorYesYes
Glove Compartment
YesYes
Digital Clock
YesYes
Outside Temperature DisplayYes-
Cigarette LighterYes-
Digital Odometer
YesYes
Driving Experience Control EcoYes-
Dual Tone Dashboard
YesYes
Interior LightingAmbient light,Reading Lamp,Boot Lamp,Glove Box Lamp
-
Additional FeaturesPower adjustable front seats with driver memory,4 way Lumbar support for front seats,Electric sunshades for the rear side and both for the rear window,Auto-diing interior rearview mirror with a frameless design,Valcona leather interior upholstery
Chrome décor for interior door handles,Chrome décor for gear-shift selector, locking button of handbrake,Chrome trim on air conditioning vents and duct sliders,Chrome trim on steering wheel,Dual tone Tellur Grey Interiors,Piano Black décor on the gear-shift console,SuperSport flat bottom steering wheel with black stitching,Premium black leatherette upholstery with Alcantara inserts,Handbrake lever with leatherette cover base,Multi-function display (MFD) of Travelling time, Distance travelled, Average speed, Iediate consumption, Average consumption, Travel distance before refuelling, Service Interval, Outside temperature, Clock,Reading spot lamps at the rear,Illumination of luggage compartment,Illumination of glovebox,Stainless steel scuff plates with Rapid inscription

Exterior

Available Colors--
Body TypeSedan
All Sedan Cars
Sedan
All Sedan Cars
Adjustable HeadlightsYesYes
Fog Lights Front
YesYes
Fog Lights Rear
YesYes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror
-
No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Rain Sensing Wiper
YesNo
Rear Window Wiper
Yes-
Rear Window Washer
Yes-
Rear Window Defogger
YesYes
Wheel Covers-
No
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Power Antenna-
Yes
Rear Spoiler
-
No
Sun Roof
Yes-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
YesYes
Integrated AntennaYesNo
Chrome Grille
YesNo
Chrome Garnish
YesNo
Projector Headlamps
-
Yes
Halogen Headlamps-
No
Cornering Headlamps
Yes-
Cornering Foglamps
Yes-
LightingLED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Projector Headlights
Trunk OpenerSmart
Remote
LED DRLs
YesYes
LED Headlights
Yes-
LED Taillights
Yes-
LED Fog Lamps
Yes-
Additional FeaturesHD Matrix LED headlamps with dynamic light design and dynamic turn signal,Exterior mirror housing in body color,Adaptive windshield wipers with integrated washer nozzles,
Glossy Black radiator grille,Glossy Black door handles,Glossy Black exterior mirrors,Body colour bumpers,Glossy Black décor on B-pillar,Bolt caps,Quartz cut headlights with chrome eyelashes,Projector lens technology,Rear diffuser,Glossy Black body side moulding,Glossy Black front spoiler,Glossy Black tailgate spoiler,Glossy Black trunk lip garnish
Automatic Driving Lights
YesNo
Tyre Size
-
195/55 R16
Tyre Type
-
Tubeless,Radial
Alloy Wheel Size (Inch)
-
R16

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake AssistYes-
Central Locking
YesYes
Power Door Locks
YesYes
Child Safety Locks
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
YesYes
No. of Airbags8
2
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag FrontYesNo
Side Airbag RearYes-
Day Night Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Halogen Headlamps-
No
Rear Seat Belts
YesYes
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Side Impact Beams
Yes-
Front Impact Beams
Yes-
Traction ControlYes-
Adjustable Seats
YesYes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes-
Vehicle Stability Control System
Yes-
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Crash Sensor
YesYes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank
-
Yes
Engine Check Warning
YesYes
Clutch LockYes-
EBD
YesYes
Electronic Stability Control
YesYes
Advance Safety Features-
High visibility performance bulbs (low and high beam),High level LED third brake light,Lights-on acoustic signal - illumination,Anti-glare interior rear view mirror,Rear windscreen defogger with timer,Height-adjustable three-point seatbelts at front,Two three-point outer seatbelts and centre lap belt at rear,Rough Road Package,Child-proof rear window locking,Fuel supply cut-off in a crash,Emergency triangle in the luggage compartment,Dual-tone warning horn,Central locking and unlocking of doors and boot lid,Remote control opening and closing of windows,Engine iobiliser with floating code system
Rear Camera
YesYes
Anti Theft DeviceYes-
Anti Pinch Power Windows
Driver's Window
All
Speed Alert
Yes-
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
YesYes
Knee Airbags
Yes-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
Yes-
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts
Yes-
Blind Spot Monitor
Yes-
Lane Watch Camera
No-
Geo Fence Alert
Yes-
Hill Descent Control
Yes-
Hill Assist
YesYes
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYes-
360 View Camera
Yes-

Entertainment & Communication

Cd Player
No-
Cd Changer
No-
Dvd Player
No-
Radio
YesYes
Audio System Remote Control
Yes-
Mirror Link
No-
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN Audio-
Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes-
USB And Auxiliary Input
YesYes
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Wifi Connectivity
Yes-
Touch Screen
YesYes
Touch Screen size (Inch)
10.1
6.5 .
Connectivity
Android Auto
-
Android Auto
YesNo
Apple Car Play
Yes-
No. of Speakers
23
4
Rear Entertainment System
Yes-
Additional Features-
16.51 cm Drive Audio Player central infotainment system,GSM telephone preparation with Bluetooth
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