Skoda Rapid vs Ciaz Comparison Review
Updated on: Mar 13, 2017
Maruti Suzuki Ciaz vs Skoda Rapid Comparison Review:
"When it comes to the diesels, the Rapid is in a different league altogether compared to the Ciaz. It has remarkable mid-range grunt, compared to the Ciaz as well as better drivability at lower-revs. Its only disadvantage is a slight lack of refinement compared to the Fiat’s Multijet engine powered Ciaz"
Rapid vs Ciaz Comparison Review:
Pricing & Features Comparison:
Ciaz's range-topping variant, the ‘ZDi+ RS' diesel-manual, retails for 10.8 Lakh Rs. on road Delhi. Skoda Rapid's 'Style' manual-diesel, retails for 13.7 Lakh Rs, making it a jaw dropping 2.9 Lakh Rs. more expensive than the equivalent Ciaz.
In spite of being almost 3 Lakh Rs. cheaper than the Rapid 'Style', the Ciaz 'ZDi+ RS' offers additional features like Parking Camera, Rear Sunshade, Push Button Start & Smart Key. Rapid on the other hand offers just three extra features over the Ciaz, which are Remote Controlled Window Operation, Rain Sensing Wipers and Telescopic Steering Adjustment.
Pricing of other Variants:
Petrol - Manual:
Rapid Style - 12.10 Lakh
Ciaz ZXi+ RS - 10.45 Lakh
Petrol - Automatic:
Rapid Style - 13.25 Lakh
Ciaz ZXi+ AT - 12.00 Lakh
Diesel - Automatic:
Rapid Style - 15.05 Lakh
Common Features: ABS, Airbags-2, AC, Power Steering, Power Windows, Central Locking, Keyless Entry, Parking Sensors, Stereo: FM, Aux, Bluetooth + 4 Speakers, Steering Wheel Switches, Electrically Adjustable Mirrors, Electrically Folding Mirrors, Rear Defogger, Auto-up Anti-Pinch Driver’s Window, Fog Lamps, Touchscreen, Navigation, Driver’s Seat Height Adjust, Automatic Climate Control, Alloy Wheels, Cruise Control, Projector Headlamps, LED DRLs, Auto Dimming Inside Mirror, Rear AC Vents, Leather Upholstery
Extra Features in Rapid (Style): Remote Controlled Window Operation, Telescopic Steering Adjustment, Rain Sensing Wipers
Extra Features in Ciaz (ZDi/ZXi RS): Parking Camera, Rear Sunshade, Push Button Start & Smart Key
Fuel Efficiency Comparison:
Ciaz petrol-manual, has an ARAI certified mileage of 20.7 kmpl, which is a noteworthy, 5.3 kmpl more than Rapid's mileage of 15.4 kmpl. The Ciaz petrol-automatic has ARAI certified fuel efficiency of 19.1 kmpl, which is surprisingly, 4.3 kmpl more than the Rapid's efficiency of 14.8 kmpl. In our back-to-back tests the manual Ciaz was consistently 2 kmpl more efficient than the Rapid manual, while the Ciaz automatic was just half a kmpl more efficient than the Rapid Automatic.
Ciaz diesel-manual, has an ARAI certified mileage of 28.1 kmpl, which is a jaw dropping 7 kmpl more than Rapid's mileage of 21.1 kmpl. The Rapid diesel-automatic has ARAI certified fuel efficiency of 21.7 kmpl, while the Ciaz is not available with a smart AMT gearbox like the Dzire as of yet. In our back-to-back tests the Ciaz diesel was over 3 kmpl more efficient than both the manual as well as the automatic Rapids.
ARAI Mileage (kmpl):
Petrol - Manual:
Rapid - 15.41 kmpl
Ciaz - 20.73 kmpl
Petrol - Automatic:
Rapid - 14.84 kmpl
Ciaz - 19.12 kmpl
Diesel - Manual
Rapid - 21.13 kmpl
Ciaz - 28.09 kmpl
Diesel - Automatic:
Rapid - 21.72 kmpl
Fuel Cost: (for 75,000 km)
Petrol - Manual:
Rapid - 5.05 Lakh
Ciaz - 3.75 Lakh
Petrol - Automatic:
Rapid - 5.25 Lakh
Ciaz - 4.10 Lakh
Diesel - Manual
Rapid - 3.10 Lakh
Ciaz - 2.35 Lakh
Diesel - Automatic:
Rapid - 3.00 Lakh
Performance & Drivability Comparison:
Petrol:
The Skoda Rapid Petrol, has a miniscule advantage over the Ciaz in terms of performance, with a marginally stronger mid-range. However, its shortfall in terms of efficiency compared to the Ciaz is way more of a disadvantage. Overall, both engines are reasonably refined, albeit a little weak on low-end torque.
Power to Weight Ratio (PS/ton): Ciaz - 89, Rapid – 92
Torque to Weight Ratio (Nm/ton): Ciaz - 126, Rapid – 135
Power (PS@rpm): Ciaz – 92@6000, Rapid – 105@5250
Torque (Nm@rpm): Ciaz – 130@4000, Rapid – 153@3750
Kerb Weight (kg): Ciaz - 1030, Rapid – 1137
Diesel:
When it comes to the diesels, the Rapid is in a different league altogether compared to the Ciaz. It has remarkable mid-range grunt, as well as better drivability at lower-revs. Its only disadvantage is a slight lack of refinement compared to the Fiat’s Multijet engine powered Ciaz.
Power to Weight Ratio (PS/ton): Ciaz - 79, Rapid – 91
Torque to Weight Ratio (Nm/ton): Ciaz - 176, Rapid – 207 (difference 18%)
Power (PS@rpm): Ciaz – 90@6000, Rapid – 110@4000
Torque (Nm@rpm): Ciaz – 200@1750, Rapid – 250@1500-2500
Kerb Weight (kg): Ciaz - 1135, Rapid – 1210
Handling & Ride Quality Comparison:
The Ciaz has well balanced ride-handling with a bit of a bias towards ride quality, with neutral handling. The Rapid though is typically European in terms of its handling manners. It has outstanding mechanical grip, and rock steady high speed behavior coupled to a slightly stiff ride at low speeds, which goes on getting better and better as the speeds rise.
Ground Clearance (mm): Ciaz – 170, Rapid - 163
Wheelbase (mm): Ciaz – 2650, Rapid - 2552
Tyre Size:
Ciaz: 185/65R15 (V), 195/55R16 (Z)
Rapid: 185/60R15
Space & Comfort Comparison:
Suzuki has carved out insane amounts of room inside the cabin, compared to the Skoda. The Rapid feels a bit tight and claustrophobic, especially if try to squeeze in five passengers. The Ciaz has acres of room, especially the rear knee-room and leg-room, which can rival that of some limos. Ciaz’s boot-space is also tiny bit bigger than the Rapid’s.
Boot-space (lit): Ciaz - 510, Rapid - 460
Length (mm): Ciaz – 4490, Rapid - 4413
Width (mm): Ciaz – 1730, Rapid - 1699
Height (mm): Ciaz – 1485, Rapid - 1466
Reliability & After Sales Service Comparison:
Maruti is the unchallenged leader of Customer Service in our country. Skoda on the other hand has acquired a terrible reputation for the same. The main culprit is nobody but Skoda’s Indian executives who have squandered the hard-work of their parent organization, that is known to top JD Power studies in Europe. But in India, Skoda’s politico-mafia owned dealerships coupled with careless employees have destroyed, what could have been a big headache for the established players in the market.
Resale & Cost of Ownership Comparison:
The Ciaz is bound to depreciate considerably lesser than the Rapid over a usage of 5 to 7 years. Overall, Ciaz works out to be a jaw-dropping 2.5 Lakh rupees cheaper than an equivalent Rapid in the long run.
Resale Value (after usage of 5 to 7 years)
Petrol - Manual:
Rapid Style - 4.50 Lakh
Ciaz ZXi+ RS - 4.25 Lakh
Petrol - Automatic:
Rapid Style - 4.25 Lakh
Ciaz ZXi+ AT - 4.00 Lakh
Diesel - Manual:
Rapid Style - 4.50 Lakh
Ciaz ZXi+ RS - 4.50 Lakh
Diesel - Automatic:
Rapid Style - 4.25 Lakh
Total Cost of Ownership (Price + Fuel Cost – Resale Value)
Petrol - Manual:
Rapid Style - 12.65 Lakh
Ciaz ZXi+ RS - 9.95 Lakh
Petrol - Automatic:
Rapid Style - 14.25 Lakh
Ciaz ZXi+ AT - 12.10 Lakh
Diesel - Manual:
Rapid Style - 12.25 Lakh
Ciaz ZXi+ RS - 8.65 Lakh
Diesel - Automatic:
Rapid Style - 13.80 Lakh
Verdict:
Undoubtedly, the Ciaz is an incredibly better value-for-money option than the Rapid, it is cheaper, more efficient and has more or less same number of features as the Rapid. It is also less of a headache than the Rapid to service and repair. Technically the Rapid is a superior automobile than the Ciaz, thanks to better performance, drivability and dynamics than the Ciaz. But then Ciaz’s cavernous cabin and better suitability to Indian road conditions makes it the clear winner of this test.
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Pricing & Features Comparison:
Ciaz's range-topping variant, the ‘ZDi+ RS' diesel-manual, retails for 10.8 Lakh Rs. on road Delhi. Skoda Rapid's 'Style' manual-diesel, retails for 13.7 Lakh Rs, making it a jaw dropping 2.9 Lakh Rs. more expensive than the equivalent Ciaz.
Pricing of other Variants:
Petrol - Manual:
Rapid Style - 12.10 Lakh
Ciaz ZXi+ RS - 10.45 Lakh
Petrol - Automatic:
Rapid Style - 13.25 Lakh
Ciaz ZXi+ AT - 12.00 Lakh
Diesel - Automatic:
Rapid Style - 15.05 Lakh
Common Features: ABS, Airbags-2, AC, Power Steering, Power Windows, Central Locking, Keyless Entry, Parking Sensors, Stereo: FM, Aux, Bluetooth + 4 Speakers, Steering Wheel Switches, Electrically Adjustable Mirrors, Electrically Folding Mirrors, Rear Defogger, Auto-up Anti-Pinch Driver’s Window, Fog Lamps, Touchscreen, Navigation, Driver’s Seat Height Adjust, Automatic Climate Control, Alloy Wheels, Cruise Control, Projector Headlamps, LED DRLs, Auto Dimming Inside Mirror, Rear AC Vents, Leather Upholstery
Extra Features in Rapid (Style): Remote Controlled Window Operation, Telescopic Steering Adjustment, Rain Sensing Wipers
Extra Features in Ciaz (ZDi/ZXi RS): Parking Camera, Rear Sunshade, Push Button Start & Smart Key
Fuel Efficiency Comparison:
Ciaz petrol-manual, has an ARAI certified mileage of 20.7 kmpl, which is a noteworthy, 5.3 kmpl more than Rapid's mileage of 15.4 kmpl. The Ciaz petrol-automatic has ARAI certified fuel efficiency of 19.1 kmpl, which is surprisingly, 4.3 kmpl more than the Rapid's efficiency of 14.8 kmpl. In our back-to-back tests the manual Ciaz was consistently 2 kmpl more efficient than the Rapid manual, while the Ciaz automatic was just half a kmpl more efficient than the Rapid Automatic.
Ciaz diesel-manual, has an ARAI certified mileage of 28.1 kmpl, which is a jaw dropping 7 kmpl more than Rapid's mileage of 21.1 kmpl. The Rapid diesel-automatic has ARAI certified fuel efficiency of 21.7 kmpl, while the Ciaz is not available with a smart AMT gearbox like the Dzire as of yet. In our back-to-back tests the Ciaz diesel was over 3 kmpl more efficient than both the manual as well as the automatic Rapids.
Petrol - Manual:
Rapid - 15.41 kmpl
Ciaz - 20.73 kmpl
Petrol - Automatic:
Rapid - 14.84 kmpl
Ciaz - 19.12 kmpl
Diesel - Manual
Rapid - 21.13 kmpl
Ciaz - 28.09 kmpl
Diesel - Automatic:
Rapid - 21.72 kmpl
Fuel Cost: (for 75,000 km)
Petrol - Manual:
Rapid - 5.05 Lakh
Ciaz - 3.75 Lakh
Petrol - Automatic:
Rapid - 5.25 Lakh
Ciaz - 4.10 Lakh
Diesel - Manual
Rapid - 3.10 Lakh
Ciaz - 2.35 Lakh
Diesel - Automatic:
Rapid - 3.00 Lakh
Performance & Drivability Comparison:
Petrol:
The Skoda Rapid Petrol, has a miniscule advantage over the Ciaz in terms of performance, with a marginally stronger mid-range. However, its shortfall in terms of efficiency compared to the Ciaz is way more of a disadvantage. Overall, both engines are reasonably refined, albeit a little weak on low-end torque.
Power to Weight Ratio (PS/ton): Ciaz - 89, Rapid – 92
Torque to Weight Ratio (Nm/ton): Ciaz - 126, Rapid – 135
Power (PS@rpm): Ciaz – 92@6000, Rapid – 105@5250
Torque (Nm@rpm): Ciaz – 130@4000, Rapid – 153@3750
Kerb Weight (kg): Ciaz - 1030, Rapid – 1137
Diesel:
When it comes to the diesels, the Rapid is in a different league altogether compared to the Ciaz. It has remarkable mid-range grunt, as well as better drivability at lower-revs. Its only disadvantage is a slight lack of refinement compared to the Fiat’s Multijet engine powered Ciaz.
Power to Weight Ratio (PS/ton): Ciaz - 79, Rapid – 91
Torque to Weight Ratio (Nm/ton): Ciaz - 176, Rapid – 207 (difference 18%)
Power (PS@rpm): Ciaz – 90@6000, Rapid – 110@4000
Torque (Nm@rpm): Ciaz – 200@1750, Rapid – 250@1500-2500
Kerb Weight (kg): Ciaz - 1135, Rapid – 1210
Handling & Ride Quality Comparison:
The Ciaz has well balanced ride-handling with a bit of a bias towards ride quality, with neutral handling. The Rapid though is typically European in terms of its handling manners. It has outstanding mechanical grip, and rock steady high speed behavior coupled to a slightly stiff ride at low speeds, which goes on getting better and better as the speeds rise.
Ground Clearance (mm): Ciaz – 170, Rapid - 163
Wheelbase (mm): Ciaz – 2650, Rapid - 2552
Tyre Size:
Ciaz: 185/65R15 (V), 195/55R16 (Z)
Rapid: 185/60R15
Space & Comfort Comparison:
Suzuki has carved out insane amounts of room inside the cabin, compared to the Skoda. The Rapid feels a bit tight and claustrophobic, especially if try to squeeze in five passengers. The Ciaz has acres of room, especially the rear knee-room and leg-room, which can rival that of some limos. Ciaz’s boot-space is also tiny bit bigger than the Rapid’s.
Boot-space (lit): Ciaz - 510, Rapid - 460
Length (mm): Ciaz – 4490, Rapid - 4413
Width (mm): Ciaz – 1730, Rapid - 1699
Height (mm): Ciaz – 1485, Rapid - 1466
Reliability & After Sales Service Comparison:
Maruti is the unchallenged leader of Customer Service in our country. Skoda on the other hand has acquired a terrible reputation for the same. The main culprit is nobody but Skoda’s Indian executives who have squandered the hard-work of their parent organization, that is known to top JD Power studies in Europe. But in India, Skoda’s politico-mafia owned dealerships coupled with careless employees have destroyed, what could have been a big headache for the established players in the market.
Resale & Cost of Ownership Comparison:
The Ciaz is bound to depreciate considerably lesser than the Rapid over a usage of 5 to 7 years. Overall, Ciaz works out to be a jaw-dropping 2.5 Lakh rupees cheaper than an equivalent Rapid in the long run.
Resale Value (after usage of 5 to 7 years)
Petrol - Manual:
Rapid Style - 4.50 Lakh
Ciaz ZXi+ RS - 4.25 Lakh
Petrol - Automatic:
Rapid Style - 4.25 Lakh
Ciaz ZXi+ AT - 4.00 Lakh
Diesel - Manual:
Rapid Style - 4.50 Lakh
Ciaz ZXi+ RS - 4.50 Lakh
Diesel - Automatic:
Rapid Style - 4.25 Lakh
Total Cost of Ownership (Price + Fuel Cost – Resale Value)
Petrol - Manual:
Rapid Style - 12.65 Lakh
Ciaz ZXi+ RS - 9.95 Lakh
Petrol - Automatic:
Rapid Style - 14.25 Lakh
Ciaz ZXi+ AT - 12.10 Lakh
Diesel - Manual:
Rapid Style - 12.25 Lakh
Ciaz ZXi+ RS - 8.65 Lakh
Diesel - Automatic:
Rapid Style - 13.80 Lakh
Verdict:
Undoubtedly, the Ciaz is an incredibly better value-for-money option than the Rapid, it is cheaper, more efficient and has more or less same number of features as the Rapid. It is also less of a headache than the Rapid to service and repair. Technically the Rapid is a superior automobile than the Ciaz, thanks to better performance, drivability and dynamics than the Ciaz. But then Ciaz’s cavernous cabin and better suitability to Indian road conditions makes it the clear winner of this test.
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