2025 Skoda Octavia RS India Revealed in Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025
- Editor
- Jan 18, 2025
- 3 min read
The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, held in New Delhi, serves as a prominent platform for automakers to showcase their latest models, technologies, and innovations. This year's event, which attracts automotive enthusiasts, industry leaders, and media from across the globe, saw the unveiling of the 2025 Skoda Octavia RS—a performance-oriented variant of the Octavia sedan. The event highlighted the growing interest in high-performance vehicles in India, and Skoda's presentation of the Octavia RS underscores its commitment to the Indian market with a more powerful and feature-packed offering. As the high-performance sedan makes its return to India, it joins a list of exciting launches that are expected to redefine the segment in 2025.
The 2025 Skoda Octavia RS India
The 2025 Skoda Octavia RS is an exciting addition to the performance sedan segment in India, showcasing notable upgrades over its predecessors. Here's a comprehensive overview of the new model:
Engine & Performance
Engine: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged TSI petrol engine
Power Output: 261 bhp (an increase of 20 bhp compared to the previous model)
Torque: 370 Nm
Transmission: 7-speed DSG automatic gearbox
Performance: The Octavia RS continues to deliver a dynamic driving experience with its increased power and torque, coupled with a responsive DSG transmission. The engine's refinement and sports-tuned suspension make it a delight for performance enthusiasts.
Design & Features
Exterior Design: The 2025 Octavia RS carries a more aggressive appearance than the standard Octavia, with distinctive features such as:
Blacked-out front grille
LED Matrix beam headlights
Larger air dams for enhanced aerodynamics
Black exhaust tips that emit a more aggressive sound in Sports mode
19-inch Elias wheels in glossy silver or anthracite with black Aero trims
Signature Hyper Green paint option
Interior: While the cabin retains much of the regular Octavia's layout, there are RS-specific touches such as:
RS badging on the three-spoke multifunction sports leather steering wheel
Carbon-fibre accents around the dashboard
Black sports seats with integrated headrests
13-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto
10-inch digital instrument cluster
Wireless charging for added convenience
Front seats with electrical adjustment, adjustable lumbar support, and a massage & memory function
Chassis & Handling
The Octavia RS features a lowered sports suspension (lowered by 15 mm compared to the standard Octavia) to enhance handling and road feel.
An electronically controlled VAQ limited-slip differential further boosts driving dynamics, particularly when cornering.
Dimensions & Space
Length: 4,698 mm
Width: 1,829 mm
Height: 1,470 mm
Wheelbase: 2,686 mm
Boot Capacity: 600 L
Ground Clearance: 129 mm
These dimensions make the Octavia RS a spacious sedan with ample boot capacity for long drives or road trips, despite its sporty underpinnings.
Pricing & Availability
The 2025 Skoda Octavia RS is expected to be priced higher than the previous model, mainly due to the enhanced features and increased power. Skoda India will launch it later in 2025, and it will likely be a niche offering, with limited competition in the Indian market due to its performance-focused nature.
Overall, the 2025 Skoda Octavia RS promises to be a highly appealing option for those looking for a performance sedan with everyday usability, advanced tech features, and a refined driving experience.
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