Skoda Auto India has confirmed the relaunch of its iconic performance sedan, the Octavia RS, with pre-bookings commencing from October 6, 2025. The car
will arrive as a limited quantity Fully-Built Unit (FBU) that can only be booked through the brand’s official website in India. The Octavia RS has always been known to be the most desirable offering from the house of Skoda with high performance married to daily usability. With this re-introduction, it wants to engage the sizable community of motorheads that has put its weight behind the RS badge in India. Also Read: S-Presso Becomes Most Affordable Car In India — What It Means For Kwid And Tiago
What Skoda Has To Say
Sharing his thoughts on the occasion, Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Skoda Auto India, said, “Earlier this year, we promised that a global icon would return to India. Today, I’m proud to announce that we’ve delivered on that promise with the Octavia RS. This badge carries an unmatched legacy, one that has sparked passion among enthusiasts across the globe for over two decades. With the all-new Octavia RS launch in India, we’re not just bringing back a car. We’re bringing back an emotion. A legend that continues to define performance, aspiration, and the true spirit of driving.”Skoda Octavia RS: Pre-Booking Details
Bookings for the new Octavia RS will open on October 6 for a limited duration. Interested buyers must secure their slot online, aligning with Skoda’s strategy to manage demand for the limited number of imported units. The new Octavia RS is going to be the first RS model in India since the last generation Octavia RS 245, which was also offered in limited numbers back in 2020 and sold out quite quickly.Legacy Of The RS Badge
Rally Sport, or RS, is where the badge carries everything that Skoda wants to deliver in its cars—engineering acumen and precision with a taste of motorsport. It was first brought to India in 2004 through the turbocharged Octavia RS, which quickly carved out quite a niche among driving enthusiasts. Subsequent updated versions—like RS 230 and RS 245 available later on further, enhanced the performance image, while still keeping within the realms of daily usability. Across global markets, it’s a red-and-black badge that speaks to assertive design language, powerful turbocharged engines, and advanced chassis setups tuned for razor-sharp driving thrills.Also Read: Hyundai Festive Offers: i20, Creta And More Get Discounts Up To Rs 5.05 Lakh
What It Means For Indian Enthusiasts
The Octavia RS continues to attract attention because of its unique positioning — a performance sedan with European engineering at an attainable premium. While exact specifications for the India-spec version are yet to be revealed, the RS badge signals a focus on driving dynamics and exclusivity. Enthusiasts who missed out on earlier allocations now have a chance to book one directly through Skoda’s platform when reservations open on October 6.Stay tuned to Times Now Auto for Octavia RS launch updates.
