The much-awaited Skoda Octavia RS is set to arrive on Indian shores in November 2025. "The Octavia RS is something that we will definitely bring to India this year," Skoda India brand director Ashish Gupta had confirmed to us in June. Still, he didn't confirm a specific launch month at the time.
- Skoda may bring the fourth-gen Octavia RS in limited numbers to India
- It uses the same 2.0 TSI motor as the Skoda Kodiaq RS, VW Golf GTI
2025 Skoda Octavia RS engine specs
265hp, 370Nm 2.0-litre TSI engine
The fourth-generation Octavia RS uses the familiar EA888 2.0-litre, four pot, turbo-petrol engine, producing 265hp and 370Nm. The same 2.0 TSI block is also used in the Skoda Kodiaq RS, and even in the Volkswagen Golf GTI. Transmission duties, like in the Skoda SUV and Volkswagen hatchback, are handled by a quick-shifting 7-speed DSG (or dual-clutch) automatic gearbox. Skoda claims a 0-100kph time of 6.4 seconds with the Octavia RS, topping out at 250kph (electronically limited).
Also see: 2025 Skoda Octavia RS review: all the car you'll ever want
2025 Skoda Octavia RS price expectations
Around 51 lakh
Skoda Octavia RS showcased at the 2025 Bharat Mobility show.
Sources tell us that Skoda may price the upcoming Octavia RS on par with the Golf GTI, which is priced at Rs 50.91 lakh, ex-showroom. They also indicated that the performance sedan will be brought here as a full import and in limited numbers, likely 200. Skoda used the same strategy with the previously on sale Octavia RS 245, which was limited to just 200 units for India.
The Volkswagen Golf GTI price mentioned above is as per the new GST prices.
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