KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Skoda Octavia RS pre-bookings now open at Rs. 2.5 lakhs token amount
- Launch on October 17; Price reveal at launch
- Powered by a 2.0L, 265 PS, turbo petrol with a 7-speed dual clutch automatic transmission
Performance enthusiasts, your wait is now over. Skoda India has officially opened online pre-bookings for the highly anticipated 2025 Skoda Octavia RS at Rs. 2.5 lakhs token price, ahead of its launch on October 17, 2025. Deliveries are set to begin from November 6, and with just 100 units allocated for the Indian market, exclusivity is guaranteed. The sports sedan will arrive as a Completely Built Unit (CBU), promising premium build quality and global-spec performance. Let's take a closer look at what you will be getting with the return of the sedan after 2023, but now in a sportier avatar. But before that, make sure to join the 91wheels WhatsApp Community, specifically curated for petrolheads like us to keep up with the latest news and automotive updates.
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Skoda Octavia RS: Sporty Design With Signature RS DNA
The 2025 Skoda Octavia RS carries forward its performance heritage with a sharper, more athletic design. It features Skoda's iconic butterfly grille, flanked by dual-pod Matrix LED headlights with distinctive V-shaped LED DRLs. The aggressive bumpers, sculpted bonnet, and 18-inch aero-style dual-tone alloy wheels emphasize its dynamic road presence. At the rear, sleeker tail lamps, a subtle boot lip spoiler, and blacked-out elements underline its sport-oriented character. Subtle 'RS' badges complete the look, making it clear this isn't your everyday Octavia.
All-Black Cabin With Performance-Focused Touches
Inside, the Skoda Octavia RS continues its theme of understated sportiness. The cabin gets an all-black finish, highlighted by red accents on the dashboard, doors, and seats. The three-spoke steering wheel proudly displays the Skoda branding, while the RS sport seats and aluminium pedals enhance the driver-focused appeal. In terms of technology, the sedan is loaded with modern conveniences such as a 13-inch free-standing touchscreen infotainment system, a 10-inch digital instrument cluster, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated and powered front seats, ambient lighting, wireless charging, and a premium sound system.
Skoda continues its reputation for safety with the inclusion of multiple airbags, a 360-degree camera system, tyre pressure monitoring, auto hold with electronic parking brake, and potentially a suite of ADAS features. Expect advanced functions such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and autonomous emergency braking to be available on top variants.
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Powertrain: Performance That Defines The RS Badge
Under the hood, the Octavia RS packs a 2.0-litre TSI turbo-petrol engine, producing 265 PS and 370 Nm of torque. This engine is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic (DSG) transmission, enabling a 0-100 km/h sprint in just 6.4 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h. Although India may miss out on the Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) available in international markets, the performance credentials remain undeniably strong. Skoda has also fine-tuned the exhaust note to deliver a deeper, more engaging tone befitting its RS badge.
The 2025 Skoda Octavia RS is expected to be priced around Rs. 45-50 lakh (ex-showroom). Though expensive, it offers a rare blend of practicality and performance in a sedan body style. Once launched, it will go up against performance-oriented models like the Volkswagen Golf GTI, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe, and Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine.
Verdict
With its powerful turbocharged engine, European driving dynamics, and limited production run, the new Octavia RS is set to be one of the most exclusive and desirable performance sedans on Indian roads. For those who crave everyday usability without compromising on excitement, this is your chance to grab a limited run unit, and with only 100 units available, it's a race not just on the road, but also to the booking page where past such offerings were quick to move out.
