Škoda Slavia facelift; image credit: CarWale.
Škoda Auto India launched the new Slavia facelift in India on 6 October 2026, with official ex-showroom prices from ₹9,99,900 to ₹18,84,000. The sedan keeps its two turbo-petrol engines but adds an 8-speed torque-converter automatic to the 1.0 TSI, a 360-degree camera and new cabin features. Customer deliveries are scheduled to start next week, according to the company.
The launch is the confirmed follow-up to FuelPrice’s earlier pre-launch report, which covered the pending 6 October price announcement. The useful buyer question has now shifted from what the facelift might cost to which variant, transmission and equipment combination fits the intended use.
Key takeaways
- Škoda’s official price list announced on 6 October 2026 starts at ₹9,99,900 for the Classic 1.0 TSI manual and ends at ₹18,84,000 for the Monte Carlo 1.5 TSI DSG; all prices are ex-showroom.
- The 1.0 TSI is available with a 6-speed manual or a new 8-speed torque-converter automatic. The 1.5 TSI continues with a 7-speed DSG automatic.
- New or upgraded equipment includes sequential rear indicators, a 360-degree camera, larger displays, a rear-seat massage function and an AI-enabled infotainment system.
- Six trims are available from launch: Classic, Classic+, Signature, Sportline, Prestige and Monte Carlo.
- Registration, insurance, accessories and other on-road charges are not included in the listed ex-showroom prices.
Slavia facelift price and variants
The official release gives the entry price as ₹9,99,900. Autocar India and CarWale report the same launch as starting at ₹10 lakh because they round the official figure; this is a presentation difference, not a separate price. Both independent reports also carry the same broad ₹10 lakh–₹18.84 lakh range and the same variant-wise structure.
| Trim | 1.0 TSI MT | 1.0 TSI AT | 1.5 TSI DSG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic | ₹9,99,900 | — | — |
| Classic+ | ₹10,99,000 | ₹12,49,000 | — |
| Signature | ₹13,94,000 | ₹14,94,000 | — |
| Sportline | ₹14,34,000 | ₹15,34,000 | — |
| Prestige | ₹15,89,000 | ₹16,89,000 | ₹18,59,000 |
| Monte Carlo | — | ₹17,29,000 | ₹18,84,000 |
Prices are official ex-showroom India figures announced on 6 October 2026. MT means manual transmission, AT means automatic transmission and DSG refers to the 7-speed dual-clutch automatic.
For a clean comparison, the table separates the new 1.0 TSI automatic from the 1.5 TSI DSG rather than treating every automatic Slavia as the same product. The lower-priced automatic starts at Classic+; the 1.5-litre engine is reserved for the higher Prestige and Monte Carlo trims.
What has changed on the facelift
The overall sedan shape remains familiar, but the front and rear receive updated LED lighting, revised bumpers, a horizontal grille treatment, new alloy-wheel designs and sequential rear turn indicators. The Monte Carlo adds black exterior elements, red detailing and its own badging. Škoda has also introduced Arctic Silver and Cappuccino Beige.
The more meaningful mechanical change is the 1.0 TSI automatic. The company describes the new 8-speed torque-converter unit as a first-in-segment feature, while independent road-test coverage confirms that it replaces the earlier 6-speed automatic. The 6-speed manual remains available with the 1.0 TSI, and the 1.5 TSI continues with a 7-speed DSG.
Inside, higher variants get a larger digital cockpit and touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto, wireless Apple CarPlay and an AI assistant powered by Google Cloud. A rear-seat massage function is offered on the Prestige and Monte Carlo trims. The facelift also carries forward the Slavia’s 5-star Global NCAP credentials and six-airbag safety package, according to Škoda.
Which variant matters for a buyer?
The Classic is the entry point for a buyer who wants the lower listed price and is comfortable with a manual gearbox. It still includes six airbags, more than 25 safety features, automatic climate control, a rear defogger and a touchscreen system, but uses steel wheels and does not offer the new automatic.
Classic+ is the first step for an automatic buyer: its 1.0 TSI AT is listed at ₹12,49,000 ex-showroom. It adds equipment such as an electric sunroof, alloy wheels, all-LED lighting, rain-sensing wipers and an auto-dimming inside mirror. The Sportline is the important trim to check for buyers prioritising parking assistance because Škoda lists the 360-degree Area View camera there, along with its sportier design.
The Prestige is where the range adds the 1.5 TSI DSG, ventilated front seats, the larger digital cockpit and rear-seat massage. Monte Carlo keeps that premium equipment and adds its sportier exterior treatment. This means the top of the range is not simply a larger-engine choice; it also bundles appearance and cabin features that are unavailable on the base trims.
Checks before booking
- Confirm the exact powertrain. Ask the dealer to write the engine, transmission and trim on the quotation. The 1.0 TSI automatic and 1.5 TSI DSG are different gearboxes with different variant availability.
- Separate ex-showroom from on-road cost. The published list does not include registration, insurance, accessories or other charges. Request a dated, itemised on-road quote before comparing the car with another sedan.
- Check feature availability by trim. A 360-degree camera, ventilated seats, rear-seat massage and the larger displays are not range-wide features. The brochure and vehicle shown in the quotation should match the selected variant.
- Review the ownership package. Ask for Škoda’s official Super Care warranty, roadside-assistance and labour-service terms in the delivery paperwork, including their duration and eligibility conditions.
- Check delivery timing and colour availability. The company has said customer deliveries start next week. Confirm the actual timeline for the chosen trim and colour.
What it means for fuel and trip costs
The Slavia facelift remains a petrol-only sedan, so the purchase comparison should include expected running use rather than stopping at the ex-showroom figure. A commuter can use the fuel cost calculator to estimate monthly petrol spending from distance and expected mileage, then adjust the result for traffic and driving pattern.
Because petrol rates differ by location, a buyer should also check live fuel prices for the relevant city before finalising a monthly ownership estimate. No single running-cost figure applies to every owner, and the official launch release does not establish real-world fuel consumption.
For a family planning frequent highway trips, the road-trip planner can help compare route distance, stops and trip assumptions. That is a more useful check than treating the automatic gearbox or a feature list as a guarantee of lower travel cost.
What changes now
The confirmed price list turns the Slavia facelift from a pre-launch watch into a live showroom comparison. Its entry price stays close to the outgoing car’s reported starting point, while the facelift’s main buyer-facing changes are the new 1.0 TSI automatic, additional parking and cabin equipment, and the spread of those features across six trims.
The next useful information will come from dealer-level on-road quotes, delivery availability and longer-term ownership data for the new automatic. Until then, the reader takeaway is straightforward: compare the exact variant and transmission, calculate the petrol-running cost for the intended use, and treat the official ex-showroom price as the starting point rather than the final amount payable.
