New Skoda Octavia RS (2021)

2021 Škoda OCTAVIA RS iV - Interior, Driving & Exterior , New assistance systems

› State-of-the-art EVO-generation petrol and diesel engines offering both an enjoyable driving experience and efficiency
› Sixth-generation multi-plate clutch providing all-wheel-drive variants with perfect grip at all times
› High levels of active and passive safety, even more comfort, plenty of space and brand typical functionality – the new OCTAVIA family has it all

› Wide range of different powertrain variants
The RS and SCOUT models have been at the top of the OCTAVIA family for several generations. The ŠKODA OCTAVIA RS iV – the brand’s first-ever RS model to feature plug-in hybrid drive – is now followed by variants equipped with either the most powerful diesel or petrol engine of the entire model range. This means that, for the first time, the OCTAVIA RS is available with a choice of three powertrains. The 2.0 TDI from the new EVO generation now produces 147 kW (200 PS) and comes with either front- or all-wheel drive.

The new EVO variant of the 2.0 TSI has an output of 180 kW (245 PS), which powers the front wheels. For the new OCTAVIA SCOUT, there is a choice of five diesel or petrol engines, and a 1.5 TSI featuring mild hybrid technology. For the first time, the estate with rugged body applications and off-road styling is no longer only available with all-wheel drive but now with front-wheel drive too.

› Radiator grille and wing mirrors in gloss black as a typical distinguishing feature
› Full LED Matrix headlights, full LED tail lights, black 18-inch alloys and red brake callipers as standard

RS models traditionally look much more dynamic than other OCTAVIAs. Exclusive black design details accentuate the car’s sporty appearance. Standard features include full LED Matrix headlights and full LED tail lights with dynamic indicators, and an animated Coming/Leaving Home function.

The ŠKODA OCTAVIA RS comes with full LED Matrix headlights and full LED tail lights, which includes dynamic indicators and an animated Coming/Leaving Home function as standard. In addition to specific front and rear aprons, numerous black design details give the car its RS-typical sporty appearance. RS logos on the radiator grille and tailgate are inspired by ŠKODA’s motorsport tradition.

The striking ŠKODA grille, the front diffuser and the air curtains located above the tinted LED fog lights are all designed in gloss black. The wing mirror housings, the window frames, the COMBI’s roof rails and aeroflaps at the rear, as well as the diffuser on the rear apron, the ŠKODA lettering on the tailgate and the hatchback’s RS rear spoiler all come with a black finish. The COMBI’s roof spoiler is body-coloured. There is a choice of ten paint finishes, including the standard colour Mamba Green (to follow in the first half of 2021).

Making its ŠKODA OCTAVIA RS debut: DSG operation using shift-by-wire technology
› Progressive steering for increased dynamics and optimised handling as standard
› New assistance systems such as Collision Avoidance Assist and Turn Assist

The OCTAVIA RS can be ordered with any of the new technologies and innovative assistance systems the fourth-generation OCTAVIA has to offer. Shift-by-wire technology to operate the car’s DSG is making its OCTAVIA RS debut. Furthermore, the car now also boasts new systems, such as Collision Avoidance Assist and Turn Assist, to increase active safety.

The OCTAVIA RS makes use of new shift-by-wire technology to operate its DSG. The gear selector is no longer connected to the gearbox mechanically. Instead, it relays which gear has been chosen electronically. This saves space and offers new design options for the interior. The familiar DSG lever has been replaced with a new control module, housed in the centre console. This module features a small rocker switch for selecting the drive modes – R (reverse), N (neutral) and D/S (drive/sport) – as well as a button for the parking mode, P.

Skoda Octavia RS Specifications: ▪ Length/width/height/wheelbase – 4,702/1,829/1,457(1,456*)/2,681 mm
▪ Ground clearance – 129 (128*) mm
▪ Kerb weight – 1,489-1,711 kg
▪ Cargo volume – 600 litre

▪ Engine – 2.0-litre (1,984 cc), 4-cylinder in-line, turbo petrol
▪ Max output – 245 hp (180 kW) at 5,250-6,500 rpm
▪ Max torque – 370 Nm at 1,600-4,300 rpm
▪ Transmission – 6-speed manual/7-speed dual-clutch (DSG); FWD
▪ 0-100 km/h (DSG) – 6.8 (6.7) seconds
▪ Top speed – 250 km/h
▪ Fuel consumption – 6.7-7.1 l/100km combined

▪ Engine – 2.0-litre (1,968 cc), 4-cylinder in-line, turbo diesel
▪ Max output – 200 hp (147 kW) at 3,600-4,100 rpm
▪ Max torque – 400 Nm at 1,750-3,500 rpm
▪ Transmission – 7-speed dual-clutch , FWD/AWD
▪ 0-100 km/h (AWD) – 7.4 (6.8) seconds
▪ Top speed (AWD) – 249 (243) km/h
▪ Fuel consumption (AWD) – 4.9-5.1 (5.5-5.6) l/100km combined