Intro

The Skoda Octavia RS is officially making its return to India, with the performance sedan confirmed for a launch in early November. As a Completely Built Unit (CBU), it will command a premium price, likely to be well above ₹50 lakh (ex-showroom), due to limited allocations and its high-performance 2.0 TSI engine paired with a 7-speed DSG gearbox.

2025 Skoda Octavia RS India launch confirmed

Skoda has confirmed the Octavia RS is coming to India, with a early November on-sale window, after it was showcased locally at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo earlier this year. Imported as a CBU, the Octavia RS is positioned above typical D-segment sedans. Its premium price reflects a trade-off: you sacrifice affordability for a vehicle that offers exclusivity and a fully-loaded feature set.

Updated design and exterior features

The Octavia RS features an aggressive, sporty design with gloss black accents, a distinctive honeycomb grille, and a new bumper that houses dual exhausts. It rides on 18-inch wheels as standard in India, while signature elements like the Matrix LED headlights and performance colors such as Mamba Green give it a standout presence on the road.

Sporty interior and technology

Inside, the cabin is performance themed with sport seats, red stitching, aluminum-style trims and RS badging, along with a new 13-inch touchscreen and full digital driver’s display. Expect wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and premium audio, so the RS is tech forward and enthusiast focused.

Engine and performance specifications

Under the hood, the Octavia RS is powered by a 2.0-litre TSI turbocharged petrol engine, which produces 261 hp and 370 Nm of torque. This unit is mated to a 7-speed DSG automatic transmission. According to official data and early reports, the car can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.4 seconds and has an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h, making it both fast and effortlessly capable.

Pricing, variants and CBU details

There’s a significant variance in pricing estimates. While some initial reports suggested a starting price of around ₹45 lakh, recent confirmations of its CBU status point to a higher ex-showroom price of ₹50-55 lakh. Expect a single, fully loaded variant at launch and limited allocations to maintain positioning and manage imports.No direct rival in this segment; may also consider entry-luxury sedans like Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine and BMW 2 Series for similar budgets but different goals. For enthusiasts looking for performance with everyday usability, the RS has a unique value proposition despite CBU pricing.

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Conclusion

If the final price is above ₹50 lakh, the Octavia RS India 2025 will be a passion buy, trading local value for imported performance, tech and heritage, with early November to watch out for.