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Skoda will launch three new models in India in 2025, including two new sedans—the Superb and Octavia RS—and a premium SUV positioned above the Kushaq, the Kodiaq. It’ll get refreshed designs, advanced features, and enhanced performance.
1. Skoda Octavia RS
Expected Launch: H1 2025
Skoda Octavia will be making 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.
2. New-Gen Skoda Superb
Expected Launch: 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.
3. New-Gen Skoda Kodiaq
Launch: April 2025
The new Skoda Kodiaq evolves its design with a familiar grille, sleeker LED headlights, and a redesigned bumper featuring a honeycomb mesh and aggressive air intakes. It now sports 20-inch alloy wheels, a tapered roofline, rounded wheel arches with black cladding, and sleeker C-shaped connected tail lights. Inside, the Kodiaq boasts a revamped cabin with a layered dashboard made of sustainable materials. It features a larger 13-inch touchscreen, physical controls, and a relocated gear stalk behind the steering wheel for added console space, maintaining a modern yet premium feel. The Kodiaq is powered by the 2.0 L Turbocharged Petrol engine delivering 198 BHP and 320 NM Torque paired to 7 Speed DCT Transmission. Skoda aims to locally assemble the knocked-down parts with launch expected to take place in April 2025.
