Skoda Auto India today finally launched the new Skoda Kodiaq RS in the Indian market priced at Rs 66.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The limited-edition SUV quickly attracted strong interest from enthusiasts across the country, with all 50 units from the original allocation already booked. With all 50 units now sold out, it remains to be seen whether Skoda Auto India will allocate additional units of the Kodiaq RS for the Indian market.
The new Skoda Kodiaq RS will be powered by a 2.0-liter, 4-cylinder turbo gasoline engine that produces 265 hp and 400 Nm of torque. Compared to the regular Kodiaq, the RS delivers an additional 60 hp and 80 Nm of torque. Notably, the engine is tuned identically to the unit that powers the Octavia RS and Golf GTI. It comes mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, which sends power to all four wheels. Škoda will introduce the performance SUV as a completely built unit (CBU). Skoda claims that the Kodiaq RS accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds and can reach a top speed of 231 km/h. The SUV is also equipped with larger brakes and adaptive suspension. The Kodiaq RS retains the standard model’s three-row layout and overall silhouette, but adds a few RS-specific styling cues. These include a gloss black grille, Matrix LED headlights, a revised front bumper with larger air vents, RS badging, blacked-out exterior elements, red brake calipers and larger alloy wheels up to 20 inches in overseas markets.At the rear, the SUV gets RS badging, a redesigned bumper with black inserts, connected LED taillights with smoked trim, a roof spoiler and black roof rails. International markets also get exclusive colors like Hyper Green, though India-specific color options are yet to be announced. Inside, the cabin largely mirrors the standard Kodiaq, but gains sports seats with integrated headrests, leather and suede upholstery, red contrast stitching and RS branding inside.In terms of features, the Kodiaq RS gets a 12.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 10.24-inch digital instrument cluster, a 13-speaker Canton audio system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a power tailgate, a 360-degree camera, park assist, a power driver’s seat, three air conditioners, climate control, three air conditioners. keyless entry and panoramic sunroof. Safety equipment is expected to include nine airbags, ESC, ABS with EBD, traction control, electronic differential lock, brake assist, hill start assist, hill descent control, ISOFIX mounts and level 2 ADAS.
