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Skoda Rapid vs Tata Indigo eCS

Rapid Vs Indigo eCS

Key HighlightsSkoda RapidTata Indigo eCS
On Road PriceRs.15,05,159*Rs.7,14,958*
Mileage (city)12.6 kmpl-
Fuel TypeDieselDiesel
Engine(cc)14981396
TransmissionAutomaticManual
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Skoda Rapid vs Tata Indigo eCS Comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.15,05,159*
Rs.7,14,958*
Finance Available (EMI)NoNo
InsuranceRs.59,626
Rapid Insurance

Rs.35,740
Indigo CS Insurance

User Rating
4.4
Based on 295 Reviews
3.9
Based on 39 Reviews

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
Diesel Engine
CR4 Diesel Engine
Displacement (cc)
1498
1396
No. of Cylinders
4
4 Cylinder Cars
4
4 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
108.6bhp@4000rpm
69.01bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
250Nm@1500-2500rpm
140Nm@1800-3000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
-
Fuel Supply System
Direct Injection
CRDi
Turbo Charger
YesYes
Super Charger
NoNo
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Manual
Gear Box
7 Speed
5 Speed
Drive Type
FWD
FWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypeDiesel
Diesel
Mileage City (kmpl)12.6
-
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)21.72
25
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)55
42
Emission Norm Compliance
BS IV
BS IV
Top Speed (kmph)171.92
162

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
McPherson suspension with lower triangular links and torsion stabaliser
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Compound link crank-axle
Independent 3 Link MacPherson Strut With Anti Roll Bar
Steering Type
Power
Power
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Collapsible
Steering Gear Type
Rack & Pinion
Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius (Metres)
5.3 meters
5.0 meters
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Drum
Top Speed (Kmph)
171.92
162
0-100kmph (Seconds)
11.41
15
Braking (100-0kmph)
41.56m

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Tyre Size
185/60 R15
175/65 R14
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Radial
Alloy Wheel Size
16
14
3rd Gear (30-70kmph)9.29

-
4th Gear (40-80kmph)21.1

-
Braking (60-0 kmph)26.57m

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Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
4413
3988
Width (mm)
1699
1620
Height (mm)
1466
1540
Ground Clearance Laden (mm)
120
-
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
163
165
Wheel Base (mm)
2552
2450
Kerb Weight (kg)
1220
1105-1110
Grossweight (kg)
1770
-
Seating Capacity
5
5
No. of Doors
4
4

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Windows Front
YesYes
Power Windows Rear
YesYes
Automatic Climate Control
YesNo
Air Quality Control
YesNo
Remote Trunk Opener
YesYes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener
YesYes
Low Fuel Warning Light
YesYes
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
YesYes
Vanity Mirror
YesYes
Rear Reading Lamp
YesYes
Rear Seat Headrest
YesYes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
YesYes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
YesNo
Cup Holders Front
YesYes
Cup Holders Rear
YesNo
Rear AC Vents
YesNo
Heated Seats Front
NoNo
Heated Seats Rear
NoNo
Seat Lumbar Support
YesNo
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesNo
Cruise Control
NoNo
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Navigation System
YesNo
Foldable Rear Seat
NoNo
Smart Access Card Entry
NoNo
Engine Start Stop Button
NoNo
Glove Box Cooling
NoYes
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front Door
Voice Command
YesNo
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
NoNo
USB Charger
Front
-
Steering Mounted TripmeterNo-
Central Console Armrest
With Storage
-
Tailgate Ajar
No-
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes-
Rear Curtain
No-
Luggage Hook And NetNo-
Battery Saver
No-
Lane Change Indicator
Yes-
Additional FeaturesHeight Adjustable Head Restraints At Front
Comfort Opening And Closing Of Windows
Remote Control Opening And Closing Of Windows
Height And Length Adjustable Steering Wheel
Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Gear Shift Selector
Bounce Back System
Dead Pedal for Foot Rest
Reading Centre Lamp At The Front
Front Sun Visors
Remote Control Release Of Boot Lid
Storage Compartment In The Front And Rear Doors
Storage Compartment In The Front Centre Console
Storage Pockets On The Backrest Of The Front Seats
SmartClip Card Holder
Retaining Strip On The Driver Sun Visor

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Massage Seats
No-
Memory Function Seats
No-
One Touch Operating Power Window
All
-
Autonomous Parking
No-
Drive Modes
2
-
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Ventilated Seats
No-
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Electric Adjustable Seats
NoNo
Automatic Headlamps
NoNo
Follow Me Home Headlamps
NoNo

Interior

Tachometer
YesYes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter
YesYes
Leather SeatsNoNo
Fabric Upholstery
YesYes
Leather Steering WheelYesYes
Glove Compartment
YesYes
Digital Clock
YesYes
Outside Temperature DisplayYesNo
Cigarette LighterNoNo
Digital Odometer
YesYes
Driving Experience Control EcoNoNo
Folding Table In The Rear
NoNo
Dual Tone Dashboard
Yes-
Additional FeaturesChrome Decor For Interior Door Handles
Chrome Décor For Front Centre Console,Gear Shift Selector, Locking Button Of Hand Brake
Chrome Trim On Air Conditioning Vents And Duct Sliders
Dual Tone Ebony Sand Interiors
Large Format Display
Leather Wrapped Hand Brake Lever
Multi Function Display(MFD) Of Travelling Time, Distance Travelled, Average speed, Iediate Consumption
Average Consumption, Travel Distance Before Refuelling, Service Interval
Foldable Roof Handles, For Front And Rear Passengers
Coat Hook On Rear Roof Handles And B Pillars
Super Support Flat Bottom Steering Wheel With Black Stitching
Perforated Beige Leatherette Upholstery With Wood Design

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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
NoNo
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
YesNo
Rain Sensing Wiper
NoNo
Rear Window Wiper
NoNo
Rear Window Washer
NoNo
Rear Window Defogger
YesNo
Wheel CoversNoNo
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Power AntennaNoNo
Tinted Glass
YesNo
Rear Spoiler
NoNo
Roof CarrierNoNo
Sun Roof
NoNo
Side Stepper
NoNo
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
YesYes
Integrated AntennaYesYes
Chrome Grille
YesYes
Chrome Garnish
NoYes
Smoke HeadlampsNoYes
Halogen HeadlampsNo-
Roof Rail
NoNo
LightingDRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
-
Trunk OpenerRemote
-
Additional FeaturesChrome Surround For Radiator Grille
Body Colour External Mirrors And Door Handles
Body Colour Bumpers
Gloss Black Décor on B Pillar
Lights On Acoustic Signal
Gloss Black ORVM

-
Automatic Driving Lights
No-
Tyre Size
185/60 R15
175/65 R14
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Radial
Alloy Wheel Size (Inch)
16
14

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake AssistNoNo
Central Locking
YesYes
Power Door Locks
YesYes
Child Safety Locks
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
NoYes
No. of Airbags2
-
Driver Airbag
YesNo
Passenger Airbag
YesNo
Side Airbag FrontNoNo
Side Airbag RearNoNo
Day Night Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Xenon HeadlampsYesNo
Halogen HeadlampsNoYes
Rear Seat Belts
YesYes
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
YesNo
Side Impact Beams
YesYes
Front Impact Beams
YesYes
Traction ControlNoNo
Adjustable Seats
YesYes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
NoNo
Vehicle Stability Control System
NoNo
Engine Immobilizer
YesNo
Crash Sensor
YesNo
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank
YesYes
Engine Check Warning
YesNo
Clutch LockNoNo
EBD
NoNo
Electronic Stability Control
Yes-
Advance Safety FeaturesHigh Level LED Third Brake Light, Rough Road Package, Child Proof Rear Window Locking, Acoustic Warning Signal For Overrun Speed, Fuel supply Cut Off In a Crash, Emergency Triangle In The Luggage Compartment, Dual Tone Warning Horn, urity Code For Audio Player, Remote Control With Foldable Key, Automatic Locking Of Doors On Overrun Speed
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Rear Camera
NoNo
Anti Theft DeviceYesNo
Anti Pinch Power Windows
Driver's Window
-
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes-
Knee Airbags
No-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
Yes-
Heads Up Display
No-
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts
No-
Blind Spot Monitor
No-
Hill Descent Control
No-
Hill Assist
No-
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockNo-
360 View Camera
No-

Entertainment & Communication

Cd Player
NoYes
Cd Changer
NoNo
Dvd Player
NoNo
Radio
YesYes
Audio System Remote Control
NoNo
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN AudioNoNo
USB And Auxiliary Input
YesYes
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Touch Screen
YesNo
Connectivity
SD Card Reader
-
Internal Storage
No-
No. of Speakers
4
-
Rear Entertainment System
No-
Additional FeaturesGSM Telephone Preparation With Bluetooth And Bluetooth Audio Streaming
Telephone Controls

-
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Pros and Cons

  • Pros
  • Cons

    Skoda Rapid

    • Classy mature styling.
    • Fit and finish of the interiors.
    • Good performance and handling makes it a driver's car
    • Comfortable ride despite good handling
    • Rear seat space

    Tata Indigo eCS

    • Fuel efficient diesel motor keeps the wallet happy. ARAI-certified efficiency = 25kmpl
    • Comfortable low-speed ride quality. Decent bad road ability for semi-urban/rural India.

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