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The Škoda Octavia, a staple of the Czech automaker since its 1996 reintroduction, returns in its most exhilarating form yet: the 2025 Fourth-Generation Facelift RS. This performance-focused liftback sedan marries the brand's signature practicality with a significant boost in power and aggressive styling, cementing its status as the most popular Škoda model globally, with over 50 lakh Octavias sold worldwide to date.
Key Specifications & Performance:
| Metric | Detail |
| Variant (India) | RS (Single, Top-of-the-line) |
| Ex-Showroom Price | ₹50 Lakh (India) |
| Engine | 2.0L, In-line 4-cylinder, Turbocharged TSI Petrol |
| Power | 261 HP (265 PS) |
| Torque | 370 Nm |
| Transmission | 7-speed DSG Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.4 seconds |
| Limited Top Speed | 250 km/h |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres |
| Claimed Mileage | 14 km/l |
The Octavia RS (code name "NX") is built on the Volkswagen Group's adaptable MQB EVO platform, a foundation shared with high-performance and premium vehicles like the VW Golf, Audi A3/Q3, and Škoda Superb/Kodiaq. Its performance is enhanced by a sports suspension and an Electronic Differential Lock (XDS+) for improved cornering traction.
🎨 Design and Dimensions:
The 2025 facelift sharpens the Octavia's look with aerodynamic sports bumpers and a gloss black grille featuring the RS badge (known as 'VRS' only in the UK).
* Headlights: Second-generation crystalline design with full LED Matrix technology, including 36 individually switchable LED chips and an Adaptive Front Light System.
* Wheels:
Exclusive 19-inch 'Iría' alloy wheels wrapped in 225/40 R19 Bridgestone Potenza S005 tires.
* Dimensions: 4.7 meters (Length) \times 1.8 meters (Width) \times 1.4 meters (Height).
* Clearance: 128 mm (Ground Clearance), which is 15 mm lower than the standard Octavia.
* Weight: Approximately 1500 kg (Kerb Weight), 2000 kg (Gross Weight).
Available Colors (India):
Velvet Red (exclusive), Green (Mamba Green), Black (Magic Black), Blue (Race Blue), and White (Candy White).
🛡️ Safety and Driver Assistance:
With a five-star rating from both Euro NCAP and Australian NCAP, the Octavia RS prioritizes occupant protection and advanced assistance.
* Passive Safety: 10 Airbags, ABS, EBD, Electronic Stability System (ESC), and ISOFIX child seat mounting points.
* Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS):
* Intelligent Park Assist (for automatic parallel and perpendicular parking).
* Lane Assist and Blind Spot Detection.
* Front Collision Avoidance Assist with braking.
* Side Assist and Exit Warning.
* Adaptive Cruise Control.
* 360-degree camera.
* Chassis & Braking: Disc brakes front and rear, Hydraulic Brake Assist, and Multi-Collision Brake.
🛋️ Interior and Technology:
The cabin is refined with a sporty edge, featuring a three-zone Climatronic automatic AC and premium materials throughout.
* Infotainment: Large 12.9-inch touchscreen system with wireless SmartLink (Apple CarPlay/Android Auto), Navigation, and a Voice Assistant.
* Driver Interface:
10.24-inch Virtual Cockpit (digital instrument cluster) and a Head-up Display showing speed and G-force.
* Seating:
Power-adjustable sports seats with leather upholstery, red stitching, heating, massage, and two memory functions.
* Audio: Premium 11-speaker, 675W Canton sound system with a subwoofer.
* Practicality: 600 liters of boot space (expandable to 1555 liters with rear seats folded), "Simply Clever" features like an umbrella holder in the front door, and an ice scraper/tire depth gauge on the fuel filler door.
* Drive Modes: Four selectable modes: Eco, Normal, Sport, and Individual.
📜 Legacy: The Evolution of the Octavia RS:
The Octavia's name, meaning "eighth" in Latin, references its position as Škoda's eighth model after WWII in 1959. The RS badge itself is short for Rally Sport, with the full form being Victory Rally Sport (VRS).
| Generation | Code Name | Production Years | Engine Specs | Notable Feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | "1U" | 1996–2011 | 1.8L Petrol (150 HP/210 Nm), 5-speed Manual | Based on VW A4/PQ34 platform. |
| 2nd | "1Z" ("Laura" in India) | 2004–2013 | 1.8L Petrol (160 HP/250 Nm), 6-speed Manual | Based on VW A5/PQ35 platform. |
| 3rd (RS 230) | MQB platform | 2012–2023 | 2.0L Petrol (230 HP/350 Nm), 6-speed DSG | First to use the MQB platform. |
| 3rd (RS 245) | "5E" | 2012–2023 | 2.0L TSI Petrol (241 HP/370 Nm), 7-speed DSG | More powerful version of the 3rd Gen. |