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Skoda Octavia RS Draws Early India Reviews for Speed, Handling and Everyday Use

Early tests highlight near‑seven‑second sprints plus a firmer ride on imperfect surfaces.

Overview

  • The CBU import is priced at Rs 49.99 lakh with an initial 100‑unit allocation that one outlet reports is already sold out, with Skoda indicating more units next year.
  • A 2.0‑litre turbo‑petrol makes 265 PS and 370 Nm, paired with a 7‑speed DSG driving the front wheels.
  • Skoda claims 0–100 km/h in 6.4 seconds and a 250 km/h top speed, while a Financial Express test recorded about seven seconds to 100 km/h.
  • Reviews from the Buddh International Circuit highlight precise steering, a stiffer suspension setup and an electronic differential lock that bolster cornering confidence, though its front‑wheel‑drive layout lacks the theatrics of rear‑ or all‑wheel‑drive sports cars.
  • The sedan retains family‑car practicality with generous rear space, a roughly 600‑litre boot and premium features including a 13‑inch touchscreen, digital cluster and a 12‑speaker Canton audio system.