Skoda will launch the limited-run Octavia RS in India this November
Skoda has officially confirmed that the fourth-generation Octavia RS will be introduced in India in November 2025. The announcement, made earlier by brand director Ashish Gupta, had hinted at a 2025 debut but the launch month has now been locked in.
Engine and Performance
The new Octavia RS will be powered by the familiar 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine from the EA888 family. This unit develops 265 HP and 370 Nm of peak torque, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The performance sedan is claimed to accelerate from 0-100 km/hr in 6.4 seconds and will feature an electronically capped top speed of 250 km/hr.
This engine is already seen in Skoda’s Kodiaq RS as well as the Volkswagen Golf GTI, which gives enthusiasts an idea of its performance credentials.
Limited Availability
In line with its strategy for previous RS models, Skoda is expected to import the Octavia RS in restricted numbers, likely capped at around 200 units. The Octavia RS 245, launched earlier in India, had also been limited to the same number of units.
Expected Pricing
Industry insiders suggest that the Octavia RS could carry an ex-showroom price of approximately Rs. 51 lakhs. This would put it on par with the Volkswagen Golf GTI, which currently retails at Rs. 50.91 lakh under GST 2.0 taxation.
The model was last showcased at the 2025 Bharat Mobility show, signalling Skoda’s commitment to offering its high-performance sedan in India despite it being positioned as a niche import.
