Skoda launches Octavia RS at Rs. 49.99 lakhs, all 100 units sold pre-launch
Skoda has officially introduced the latest-generation Octavia RS in India at a price of Rs. 49.99 lakhs (ex-showroom). Limited to just 100 units, the performance sedan was available for booking from October 6 and all allocated cars were sold out even before its launch.
Positioned as a niche, high-performance offering, the new Octavia RS competes most closely with the Volkswagen Golf GTI, which costs slightly more at Rs. 50.91 lakhs.
Powertrain and Performance
The new Octavia RS is powered by the Volkswagen Group’s 2.0-litre ‘EA888’ turbo-petrol engine, delivering 265 HP and 370 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch (DSG) automatic transmission, sending power exclusively to the front wheels. Skoda claims a 0-100 km/hr time of 6.4 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/hr.
While a sports exhaust system comes standard, the India-spec model misses out on Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) – a feature that continuously adjusts suspension, steering and gearbox settings for improved handling.
Design and Features
Visually, the Octavia RS sports a more aggressive design with RS-specific bumpers, 19-inch alloy wheels, black exterior accents and RS badging. Buyers can choose from five colour options – Candy White, Magic Black, Mamba Green, Race Blue and Velvet Red.
The interior features an all-black cabin with red stitching, sport seats and an RS flat-bottom steering wheel. The car also packs a long list of equipment, including a 13-inch infotainment touchscreen, 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, Canton 11-speaker sound system, Matrix LED headlights, 360-degree camera, heated and powered front seats with massage function, three-zone climate control, 10 airbags and adaptive cruise control.
With all units already sold, the Octavia RS reaffirms its status as a cult favourite among driving enthusiasts, blending practicality with strong performance credentials.