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Škoda Octavia RS Returns to India at Rs 49.99 Lakh as 100-Unit Run Sells Out

Deliveries begin November 6 following a limited UK‑spec CBU import confirmed with a full ADAS suite and 10 airbags.

Overview

  • Škoda allocated 100 fully built units for India, all booked within minutes during the October 6 window with a Rs 2.5 lakh token.
  • The India‑spec car uses the EA888 2.0‑litre turbo‑petrol (about 265 hp, 370 Nm) with a 7‑speed DSG and front‑wheel drive, claiming 0–100 km/h in 6.4 seconds and a 250 km/h top speed.
  • Equipment highlights include Matrix LED headlights, a 13‑inch infotainment screen, 11‑speaker Canton audio, heated and massaging front sports seats, and a 360‑degree camera.
  • Safety tech features Level‑2 ADAS functions such as adaptive cruise control and lane assist alongside a 10‑airbag package and multi‑collision braking.
  • Imported as a UK‑spec model built in the Czech Republic under the limited CBU route, the India version omits Dynamic Chassis Control, and carries a 4‑year/100,000 km warranty with complimentary roadside assistance.