Skoda has officially launched the 2025 Octavia RS in India, and the response has been overwhelming. The performance sedan went on pre-booking from October 6, and all 100 units allocated for the country were sold out within days. Deliveries will begin from November 6, 2025.
A Sportier Take on the Octavia
The new Octavia RS stands out from the standard model with a sportier, aggressive design. At the front, it gets a gloss-black grille with RS badging, flanked by dual-pod Matrix LED headlights and V-shaped DRLs. Its lower stance, 19-inch aerodynamic alloy wheels with red brake calipers, and blacked-out tailgate badging give it a bold presence. At the rear, wraparound LED tail lamps and a gloss-black lip spoiler complete the performance look.
Color choices include Mamba Green, Magic Black, Candy White, Race Blue, and Velvet Red.
Cabin and Features
Inside, the RS gets an all-black cabin with red accents, a flat-bottom RS steering wheel, metallic pedals, and sport seats finished in a mix of Suedia and leatherette.
It comes packed with features such as a 13-inch infotainment touchscreen, 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, a 12-speaker Canton audio system, 3-zone climate control, and powered front seats with heating, memory, and massage functions. There’s also a 15W wireless charger with cooling support.
Safety and Technology
Safety is well-covered with 10 airbags, a 360-degree camera, ESC, ABS with EBD, hydraulic brake assist, and auto park assist. It also includes ADAS features such as adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, and blind spot monitoring.
Engine and Performance
Powering the Octavia RS is a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine that produces 265 PS and 370 Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. The car accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 6.4 seconds and has a top speed electronically limited to 250 km/h.
Mechanical upgrades include a recalibrated suspension and steering setup for sharper handling, performance brakes, and an electronic differential lock for improved cornering.
The Skoda Octavia RS 2025 has been launched at ₹49.99 lakh (ex-showroom, pan-India).
