Skoda Octavia RS To Make A Comeback To India This Year

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Skoda’s high-performance sedan, the Octavia RS, is all set for a comeback after a five-year hiatus with launch expected in the third quarter

The Skoda Octavia RS is returning to India, and like in the previous generation, it will arrive directly in the facelifted avatar. Skoda has confirmed that the latest Octavia RS is on track to arrive in Indian showrooms this year.

Already seen in India at Auto Expo 2025, the new Skoda Octavia RS sports the same 2.0-litre TSI turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine as the recently launched VW Golf GTI. It produces 195 kW (261 hp) and 370 Nm of torque. A 7-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic transmission sends power to the wheels.

Progressive steering, an electronically-controlled limited-slip differential, and Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) adaptive suspension system are also among the technical highlights of the high-performance sedan. The car’s sports chassis gives it a 15 mm lower ground clearance compared to the regular new Octavia internationally, although this measurement could vary slightly for India.

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The new Skoda Octavia RS hits 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.4 seconds and achieves an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h. An “Emotion Start” feature revs up the car to 2,100 rpm on pressing the start button, resulting in a particularly sonorous exhaust note to give the driver a sense of excitement and power immediately. Stopping power comes from 340×30 mm front and 310×22 mm rear ventilated disc brakes.

Expected to be loaded to the brim, the new Skoda Octavia RS should have premium features like LED Matrix headlights, 18-inch alloy wheels, LED rear lights with animated turn indicators and animated Coming/Leaving function, a kick-activated power tailgate, sports seats, stainless steel-look pedals, and a 13-inch touchscreen infotainment system.

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The previous-generation Skoda Octavia RS was initially locally assembled and priced at 24.62 lakh rupees (ex-showroom), but later, it became a CBU product costing 35.99 lakh rupees (ex-showroom). The latest model will also be imported as a CBU and be way more expensive, costing upwards of 50 lakh rupees (ex-showroom). Skoda India Brand Director Petr Janeba has said the company expects to launch it in September, just in time for the festive season. Plans for the regular new Octavia as well as the all-new Superb and Kodiaq RS are on hold in anticipation of the EU-India FTA.

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