Skoda’s new-generation Octavia has already been unveiled and is scheduled to be launched in India at the upcoming 2025 Bharat Mobility Expo and what can I say – It’s going to be one hot sedan wearing the Octavia RS body kit! Earlier this year, during the reveal of the Kylaq compact SUV, Skoda had said that the new generation of the performance focused sedan would not only be on prime display at the car makers pavilion in the upcoming Expo.
Skoda Octavia RS: Key Features and Stylish Design
In this particular article, the seventh generation of luxurious Skoda Octavia RS goes through performance and style updates, placing it among the leading front-wheel-drive sedans.
Exterior Design
- Continues the latest-generation Octavia body style.
- RS badging on the grille and at the rear.
- Exclusive to RS model only wheels and color schemes.
Interior Features
- Black bezels for body colored PAS and RS logo on centre of the steering wheel.
- Beneath the dashboard carbon fibre inserts are used.
- RS-specific interior in the sport look.
- New designs for the infotainment system’s RS graphics.
Performance Highlights
- Equipped with 2.0-liter four-cylinder drive train engine.
- Delivering 264bhp power output and 370Nm of torque.
- Comes with DSG transmission technology with 7 speeds.
- With a top speed of 169 mph, 1 thereby attaining a 0 to 100kilometer per hour acceleration rate of only 6.4 seconds.
- According to acceleration, one of the quickest front-wheel-drive vehicles in the entire world.
Pricing and Launch Details
Expectedly, an RHD and a locally assembled fourth-generation Skoda Octavia sedan is expected to make its entry in Q1 FY26. With the standard first generation Octavia configured to be locally assembled in CBU form, it is expected to be priced slightly above ₹30 lakhs, while the high-performance Octavia RS is likely to cost more than ₹50 lakhs (ex-showroom).
Skoda’s Lineup Highlights
The Octavia RS will be among the big attractions at the Expo and the brand will have other Skoda models that are planned for launch in India throughout 2025. That would include the new generation Superb, revamped Kodiaq and could even see the first launch of the Skoda Elroq in India.