With the launch of the performance-levied Skoda Octavia at the recently held Auto Expo 2020 which can be booked through a customised online platform. Czech carmaker Skoda has now revealed the RS version of the model as well.
The bookings for the all-new Octavia RS 245 has also begun for an amount of ₹ 1 lakh. For all who want to get there hands at the all-new couped-up RS breed of the Skoda Octavia here is your chance as the company has limited the production to just 200 models and with that said the all-new Skoda Octavia RS 245 will be offered in 5 colour variants ranging from- Rallye Green, Race Blue, Corrida Red, Magic Black, and Candy White.
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- The all-new Skoda Octavia RS 245 will retain its power from a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder TSI BS6 petrol motor capable of making 242 hp with 370 Nm of peak torque mated to a 7-speed DSG gearbox.
- The above-mentioned engine specifications will help the Skoda Octavia RS 245in doing 0-100kmph in a matter of 6.6 seconds while punching the top-speed to 250kmph.
- The overwhelming performance will come at a cost as the Skoda Octavia RS 245 will be sold as a CBU or a Completely built unit making this beast of a car almost Rs 13 lakhs expensive than its previous generation.
- The dimension on the new Octavia RS 245 more or less remains the same. However, the car will surely support an aggressive styling with its over the top RS badged new chunkier bumper and massive low-profiled 19-inches alloy wheels.
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- On the Inside, we can expect the Skoda Octavia RS 245 to support a flat-bottom steering wheel and seats wrapped with Alcantara leather. Additionally, we can also expect the RS to hold an updated 8.0-inch infotainment system compatible with the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Safety features on the RS 245 will include 9 airbags with an additional driver knee airbag, Adaptive Front light System (AFS), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Brake Assist (BA), Multi Collision Brake (MKB), Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA), Anti Slip Regulation (ASR) and Electronic Differential Lock (EDL).
