2025 Skoda Octavia RS Launch on 17 Oct

The new 2025 Skoda Octavia RS performance sedan is all set to hit Indian roads on 17^th October. Bookings for the model will officially commence on 6^th October, while deliveries are slated to begin on 6^th November. Only 100 units of the Octavia RS will be imported and sold in India. While the official prices will be revealed next month, the performance Skoda is estimated to be priced around Rs 50 – 55 lakh (ex-showroom).

Power & Performance

Engine	2.0L turbo petrol
Power	265bhp
Torque	370Nm
Gearbox	7-speed DCT
Acceleration (0-100kmph)	6.4 seconds
Top Speed	250kmph
Drivetrain	FWD

Starting with its engine, the new Skoda Octavia RS derives power from a 2.0L turbo petrol engine paired with a 7-speed DCT automatic gearbox. The motor generates a maximum power of 265bhp and 370Nm of torque. It accelerates 0 to 100kmph in 6.4 seconds, while attainting a top speed of 250kmph.

The sedan offers a FWD (front-wheel drive) system and an electronically controlled limited-slip differential on the front axle. However, the India-spec Octavia RS will miss out on the Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) adaptive suspension system, which is offered on the global model. The performance sedan sources braking power from the 340 X 30mm front and 310 X 22mm rear ventilated disc brakes.

Premium Cabin & Features

Being a premium offering, the 2025 Skoda Octavia RS offers several advanced features such as

Tri-zone climate control
Sports seats with contrasting red stitching and carbon décor
13-inch touchscreen infotainment system
Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Satellite navigation
10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
Panoramic sunroof
Heated front and rear seats
Flat-bottomed RS steering wheel
Aluminum pedals

Sporty Design

The new Octavia RS comes with a boot space of 600-litres, which can be expanded up to 1,555-litres by folding the rear seat. Visually, the performance sedan looks sportier with