Škoda Auto India has announced the launch of the Kodiaq RS, a seven-seat performance SUV set to enter the Indian luxury SUV segment. Bookings open on June 22, 2026.
The Kodiaq RS carries the RS (Rally Sport) badge, a designation Škoda has used for over 50 years globally to denote its higher-performance variants. It is the first seven-seater in India to bear the badge and is positioned as the quickest Škoda currently available in the country. The SUV features 4x4 capability alongside its performance credentials.
Ashish Gupta, Brand Director of Škoda Auto India, noted that the RS nameplate has maintained a dedicated following in India since the Octavia RS was introduced over two decades ago. The most recent Octavia RS, launched last year, sold out within 20 minutes of going on sale.
The announcement also comes on the back of a strong year for the brand. Škoda Auto India recorded 107% year-on-year sales growth in 2025, moving 72,665 vehicles, and is currently present across 185 cities through more than 335 customer touchpoints.
Globally, Škoda delivered over 1,040,000 vehicles in 2025 and remains part of the Volkswagen Group's Brand Group CORE.