Performance enthusiasts Surrender to the Škoda Kodiaq RS; sold out in 6 minutes

Mumbai, 22 June 2026 – On the eve of celebrating 125 years in motorsport and over half a century of the RS badge, the Kodiaq RS has made a striking debut in India, selling out in just 6 minutes. Offered in an exclusive run of only 50 units, the Kodiaq RS was swiftly claimed by enthusiasts across the country. In line with Škoda Auto India’s ‘Surrender’ campaign, customers unequivocally surrendered to the Kodiaq RS’ compelling blend of motorsport pedigree, performance, luxury, and all-wheel-drive capability.

This response builds on the legacy of the Octavia RS, which sold out in just 20 minutes in 2025. Now, in 2026—the 51st anniversary of the RS badge—and 22 years since the RS lineage was introduced in India with the Octavia RS, the brand’s performance DNA continues to resonate strongly with enthusiasts.

Commenting on the milestone, Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Škoda Auto India, said, “The RS has stood as a global icon for over half a century, with a passionate following in India for more than two decades. With the ‘Surrender’ campaign, we brought to customers a unique combination of performance and versatility in the Kodiaq RS. We are delighted—though not surprised—to see customers truly ‘surrender’ to its motorsport heritage, 4×4 capability, 7-seat luxury, and its standing as the quickest Škoda in India.”

Surrender to performance

The Kodiaq RS is powered by a 2.0 TSI engine delivering 195 kW (265 PS) and 400 Nm of torque. This performance is channeled to all four wheels via Škoda Auto’s acclaimed 7-speed DSG transmission. With a 0–100 km/h sprint time of just 6.3 seconds, the Kodiaq RS is the quickest Škoda ever in India, achieving a top speed of 231 km/h. The driving experience is further elevated by Dynamic Sound Boost, lending a more emotive character to the engine note.

Surrender to confidence

Enhancing both agility and control, the Kodiaq RS features Progressive Steering along with the latest-generation Dynamic Chassis Control Plus (DCC Plus). Together, they deliver improved steering precision, effortless low-speed maneuverability, and adaptability across varied driving conditions through multiple Driving Modes.

Signature RS design elements—including blacked-out exterior accents, a gloss black grille frame, black ORVMs, window trims, roof rails, and D-pillars—underscore its sporty and assertive stance.

Inside, the cabin combines sportiness with premium comfort, featuring black leather upholstery with distinctive red stitching. Customers can choose from four striking exterior colors: Moon White, Magic Black, Velvet Red, and Steel Grey.

Škoda Auto

• is successfully steering through the new decade with the Next Level Škoda Strategy
• aims to become one of the top three best-selling brands in Europe by the end of the decade by offering its customers the best of both worlds through a range of attractive BEV, hybrid & ICE products
• effectively exploits the potential in important growth markets such as India, Vietnam and the ASEAN region
• currently offers customers 12 passenger car model ranges: Fabia, Scala, Octavia, Superb, Kamiq, Karoq, Kodiaq, Elroq, Enyaq, Slavia, Kylaq and Kushaq
• delivered more than 1,040,000 vehicles to customers worldwide in 2025
• has been part of the Volkswagen Group, one of the world’s most successful car manufacturers, for more than 30 years
• is part of Brand Group CORE, an organisational merger of the Volkswagen Group’s volume brands, with the aim of achieving joint growth and significantly increasing the overall efficiency of all five volume brands
• independently develops and produces components such as MEB battery systems, engines and transmissions for other Volkswagen Group brands
• operates three production plants in the Czech Republic; has production capacities in China, Slovakia and India, mostly through group partnerships, as well as in Vietnam and Ukraine in cooperation with a local partner
• employs around 40,000 people worldwide and is active in almost 100 markets

Škoda Auto India

• fascinating customers in India since 2001
• offers 4 models in India – Kylaq, Slavia, Kushaq, and Kodiaq

• present across 185 cities with over 335 customer touchpoints across India
• Recorded a 107% year-on-year growth with 72,665 cars sold in 2025

Škoda Auto India website – www.skoda-auto.co.in

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