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Skoda is gearing up to launch a new range of German-engineered sedans in India, promising premium design and performance. These upcoming models are expected to offer advanced features, spacious interiors, and competitive pricing. With a strong focus on driving dynamics and safety, Skoda aims to strengthen its foothold in the Indian sedan market.
Skoda Octavia RS
Expected Launch: H2 2025
Skoda Octavia will soon make its return to India in the form of performance RS variant, which comes equipped with 2.0 L Turbocharged Petrol engine delivering 257 BHP and 370 NM Torque mated to an 7 Speed Dual-Clutch Automatic Transmission. The Octavia RS boasts a sporty design with a revised butterfly grille, LED matrix headlights, and blacked-out accents on the grille and ORVMs. It features a lowered stance, aerodynamically optimized 18-inch alloy wheels, and a tweaked rear bumper for a dynamic look. Inside, the cabin gets an all-black theme with red highlights and stitching, emphasizing its RS identity. Key features include a 13-inch touchscreen, digital driver’s display, ambient lighting, premium sound system, panoramic sunroof, and heated, ventilated front seats. It’s expected to launch in the first half of 2025.
New-Gen Skoda Superb
Expected Launch: H2 2025
The new Skoda Superb gets a refreshed design with its signature butterfly grille, sleek LED headlights, wraparound LED tail lights, and up to 19-inch alloy wheels. The dual-tone cabin features silver accents, a 2-spoke steering wheel, and dual digital displays. Key features include a 13-inch touchscreen, Matrix LED Headlamps, multi-color ambient lighting, panoramic sunroof, powered front seats with massage function, and heated/cooled front seats. Safety highlights comprise up to 10 airbags, park assist, Attention and Drowsiness Alert , ADAS, etc. Skoda will be equipping the Superb with 2.0 L Diesel with 145 BHP and 360 NM Torque and will also get 2.0 L Turbocharged Petrol engine delivering 198 BHP and 320 NM Torque; with both engine mated to an 7 Speed DCT Transmission. It’s expected to launch sometime later this year.
Skoda Slavia Facelift
Expected Launch: 2026
Skoda will also launch the facelift of Slavia in India by 2026 with subtle changes in exterior design like new connected taillamps, tweaked front fascia and bumpers. Interiors could see new equipments like floating 13-inch Infotainment, new digital cluster with built-in navigation, new theme for cabin, etc. Powertrain options will remain the same as before. Features-wise, it’ll get ADAS, Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold, Rear Sunshades, 360 Surround View Camera, and possible it could offer Heated Seats which is currently available only in Hyundai Verna. The test mule of the Slavia has only been spotted once in complete disguise, so we can expect the launch of this to take place sometime in 2026.
