Skoda Octavia RS Set for India Launch in November 2025
New Skoda Octavia RS arrives in India Nov 2025 as CBU import - ADAS safety, sporty cabin & ₹50–55 lakh price.
Skoda has confirmed that the new Octavia RS will launch in India in early November 2025, returning as a fully imported performance sedan with a 2.0‑litre turbo-petrol and a premium features list.
What’s confirmed
Skoda’s India plan places the Octavia RS launch in early November 2025, aligning with multiple industry reports and brand statements shared this week. The car will arrive via the CBU route, so units will be limited and pricing will sit higher than past locally assembled Octavias. Enthusiast-focused positioning remains clear: it will be a single, well-equipped variant with the RS styling and performance package out of the box.
Power and performance
The Octavia RS uses a 2.0‑litre TSI turbo‑petrol making about 261–265 PS and 370 Nm, paired with a 7‑speed dual‑clutch automatic gearbox, which enables a claimed 0–100 km/h in roughly 6.4–6.6 seconds and an electronically limited 250 km/h top speed. These outputs match the latest global RS tune and mirror what’s been showcased for India through 2025. Expect linear shove in daily use and stronger mid‑range punch on open roads, backed by the MQB Evo platform’s balanced chassis feel reported by early reviews.
Design highlights
The facelifted RS gets the signature gloss‑black honeycomb grille, sportier bumpers, larger aero‑style alloys, black exhaust tips, and RS badging across the exterior for a cleaner, meaner stance. The RS kit separates it visually from the regular Octavia while keeping the same practical three‑box proportions and usable boot space footprint typical of the nameplate.
Cabin and tech
Inside, the car features sport seats with red contrast stitching, a flat‑bottom steering, aluminium‑finish pedals, and an all‑black theme that matches the RS brief. Tech equipment includes a digital driver’s display and a large touchscreen with smartphone integration, aligning with the latest Skoda infotainment setup for the RS globally. Reports indicate a single, feature‑rich trim strategy for India to simplify the CBU allocation and ordering.
Safety package
Safety equipment will include multiple airbags, ABS with EBD, ESC, ISOFIX mounts, and the availability of ADAS functions in line with the facelift’s global spec, as highlighted by Indian market previews and reviews. The platform’s stability and braking performance complement the RS’ higher output, supporting both daily commuting and brisk highway runs.
Pricing and availability
Given the CBU route, indicative pricing is expected around ₹50 lakh ex‑showroom, with some reports suggesting a ₹50–55 lakh window depending on allocation and features at order time. Media guidance and dealer chatter point to limited numbers and potential order‑based fulfillment, which could lead to a waiting period for certain configurations.
Market position
The Octavia RS will target driving enthusiasts who want a fast, practical sedan that undercuts entry‑level German performance sedans on price while offering similar acceleration figures and daily comfort. With no direct mass‑market performance sedan rival at this power and size, its closest cross‑shoppers include entry‑luxury sedans and niche performance imports.
Editorial view
The RS badge has strong recall in India, and Skoda has been clear that the 2025 car is meant to serve that audience even if it must be a premium, low‑volume import for now. If pricing stays near the ₹50 lakh mark and allocations remain tight, demand could still outpace supply due to the car’s blend of speed, space, and everyday ease, something echoed by early drives and review verdicts. Those waiting for a practical performance sedan that can handle family duties on weekdays and spirited runs on weekends will find the RS package compelling if the final equipment list lands as indicated.
Hari Babu
I'm Hari Babu, a freelance automotive journalist with over two years of experience. I cover stories from national highways to rural roads and currently serve as Chief Editor of Gaadi Journal News Network.
