Auto Expo 2025: Skoda Octavia RS Revealed Ahead Of India Launch | V3Cars

2025 Skoda Octavia RS Exterior Design

The new Octavia RS features Skoda’s signature butterfly grille, but with updated headlights and bumpers consistent with the 4th generation Octavia facelift. It boasts LED Matrix beam headlights and LED taillights with welcome/goodbye animations. As a RS model, it includes blacked-out accents on the grille and ORVMs, a lowered stance, and aerodynamic 18-inch alloy wheels. A revised rear bumper completes the sporty exterior.

2025 Skoda Octavia RS Interior And Features

The new Octavia RS features an all-black cabin with red accents on the dashboard and red stitching on the black leatherette seats. The top feature hihglights of the 2025 Octavia RS include:

• 13-inch touchscreen infotainment system 
• Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay 
• 10-inch digital driver’s display 
• Ambient lighting 
• Premium sound system 
• Electrically adjustable and ventilated front seats 
• Dual-zone climate control 
• Panoramic sunroof 
• Wireless phone charging

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2025 Skoda Octavia RS Powertrain And Performance

The 2025 Octavia RS is powered by a 2L turbo-petrol engine producing 265PS of power and 370Nm of torque. It enables the Octavia RS to hit  0-100kmph in 6.4 seconds. Power is delivered through a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT). The top speed is electronically limited to 250 kmph.

Performance is further enhanced by a lowered sports suspension (15 mm lower than the standard Octavia), dynamic chassis control, and a limited-slip differential for improved traction and cornering stability. Upgraded braking hardware provides enhanced stopping power.

Expected Launch, Price And Rivals

The 2025 Skoda Octavia RS is expected to launch in India later this year with an estimated starting price of Rs 45 lakh (ex-showroom). When launched, it will have no direct rivals in its price segment.

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