Mumbai, Oct. 18 -- Skoda Auto India has reintroduced the legendary Octavia RS in the country, priced at Rs. 49.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Marking the brand's 25th anniversary in India, the new Octavia RS returns as a limited-run, fully built unit (FBU), and all units were reportedly sold out within just 20 minutes of pre-bookings opening.

At its core lies a 2.0-litre TSI turbo-petrol engine that produces 265bhp and 370Nm of peak torque. This power is channelled through a seven-speed DSG automatic transmission, allowing the Octavia RS to sprint from 0 to 100kmph in 6.4 seconds, before hitting an electronically limited top speed of 250kmph. A revised chassis setup, sports suspension, and progressive steering enhance its precision and driving f...