Skoda Auto India has reintroduced the Octavia RS in the Indian market, priced at Rs 49.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Offered in limited numbers as a fully built unit (FBU), the performance sedan was sold out within 20 minutes of pre-bookings, which opened on October 6. Customer deliveries will begin on November 6.
The carmaker is importing 100 units of the new Octavia RS in 2025 under the GSR 870 rule, which permits up to 2,500 vehicles annually with UK or Japan homologation. The Octavia RS for India is a UK-spec model, manufactured in Czech Republic.
The launch coincides with Skoda's 25th anniversary in India and marks the return of a model that has achieved cult status among performance car enthusiasts. The Octavia RS combines the brand's signature design language with enhanced performance, advanced safety features and premium cabin technology.
The new Octavia RS is powered by a 2.0-litre TSI turbocharged petrol engine that develops 265PS of maximum power and 370Nm of peak torque. It is paired with a 7-speed DSG automatic transmission. The car accelerates from 0-100kmph in 6.4 seconds and has an electronically limited top speed of 250kmph. Skoda says the car features a sports suspension, progressive steering, and an advanced chassis setup for improved handling and stability.
In terms of dimensions, the new Octavia RS measures 4,709mm in length, 1,829mm in width, and 1,457mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,677mm. It offers a boot capacity of 600 litres, expandable to 1,555 litres with the rear seats folded.
The exterior design includes full LED matrix headlights, LED taillights with dynamic indicators, and 19-inch Elias anthracite alloy wheels. The model is available in five colours -- Mamba Green, Candy White, Race Blue, Magic Black and Velvet Red.
Inside the cabin, the Octavia RS features Suedia/leather upholstery with red contrast stitching, sports front seats with electric adjust, memory, heating, and massage functions, a digital virtual cockpit and ambient lighting. A 13-inch infotainment system supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, complemented by a Canton 675W 11-speaker sound system with subwoofer.
Safety features include 10 airbags, adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, lane assist, intelligent park assist, a 360-degree area view camera, ISOFIX mounts, and a head-up display.
The new Octavia RS is covered by a 4-year/1 lakh km warranty and a 4-year complimentary roadside assistance package. The model joins Skoda's existing India line-up comprising the Slavia, Kushaq, Kodiaq and Kylaq.
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