Skoda has brought back excitement to Indian performance sedan fans just in time for the festive season. The new Octavia RS is now open for bookings online with a ₹2.5 lakh token, but there’s a catch — only 100 units are coming to India.
Deliveries are scheduled from 6 to 16 November 2025, following the official India launch on 17 October 2025.
Power & Performance
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Engine: 2.0-litre TSI turbo-petrol
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Power: up to 265 PS (≈261 bhp), 370 Nm torque
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Gearbox: 7-speed DSG automatic
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0–100 km/h: claimed 6.4–6.6 seconds
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Top Speed: 250 km/h
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Chassis: RS-spec sports suspension, sits 15 mm lower than the regular Octavia.
Sporty Design & Cabin
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RS-specific bumpers, honey-comb grille and dual chrome exhaust tips
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LED Matrix headlamps and signature RS badging
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Black-and-red cabin, sport seats, 13-inch central touchscreen, 10-inch digital cockpit
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Wireless phone charging, dual-zone climate control, 360° camera & ADAS safety tech
Expected Price & Colors
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Industry estimates: ₹45 lakh (ex-showroom) — final figure to be announced at launch
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CBU import, so on-road prices may be higher
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Color choices include: Mamba Green, Race Blue, Steel Grey, Magic Black, Crystal White, Tornado Red
Why It’s Special
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First performance sedan launch after GST-cut season — but unlike mass SUVs, the RS comes as a premium limited-run CBU
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A rare option for enthusiasts who want European sedan dynamics with track-ready styling
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With only 100 cars on offer, expect a rush to book
FAQs
Q1. How can I book the Octavia RS?
You can reserve it online on Skoda India’s website with a ₹2.5 lakh booking amount.
Q2. When do deliveries begin?
Škoda has announced 6 November 2025 as the start of deliveries.
Q3. Is it locally made?
No. It’s being brought in as a Completely Built Unit (CBU).
Q4. What makes it different from a regular Octavia?
A stronger 2.0-TSI engine, lower sports suspension, RS-spec styling and interior, and a claimed 6-sec-class sprint to 100 km/h.
End Note
If you’ve been waiting for a true driver-focused sedan this festive season, the Octavia RS is finally here — but in extremely limited numbers. Make your booking early; once the 100 units are sold out, the RS badge might disappear from the Indian order books again.