Skoda Kodiaq RS Revealed Globally with Sportier Styling, 261bhp Turbo-petrol Engine and More Tech

More than a year after revealing the second-generation Kodiaq SUV, Skoda Auto has brought out the sportier version of the SUV named the RS. The new Kodiaq RS generates more power and torque – 60bhp and 80Nm – than the standard model; however, it uses the same 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine. The turbocharged engine is tuned to produce 261bhp and 400Nm of peak torque in the RS while coupled to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox and all-wheel-drive tech. According to Skoda, the sportier iteration reaches 100km/h in 6.3 seconds (6.4 seconds for the seven-seat model), making it the quickest Kodiaq to date. The top speed is marked at 231km/h. 

Progressive steering, DCC (dynamic chassis control) Plus, and seven driving modes (Eco, Comfort, Normal, Sport, Individual, Snow, and Off-Road) are standard equipment. The company's DCC Plus adaptive suspension system offers 15 drive settings and damper adjustment. Stopping power comes from ventilated brake discs on all four wheels. Also available are two-piston brake callipers on the front axle.

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Skoda Kodiaq RS: Exterior

Outside, the Kodiaq RS features gloss black accents on the radiator grille (with an RS logo), mirror caps, window surrounds, and roof rails. The Skoda badging on the tailgate is also done in black, while side skirts are finished in body colour. Elsewhere, the vehicle gets split LED headlamps, 20-inch Elias alloys, red brake callipers, and stainless steel exhaust tips. Eight exterior finishes are on offer, including Bronx Gold Metallic.

Skoda Kodiaq RS: Interior

Inside, the RS packs a 13-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 10-inch digital instrument cluster, a 3-spoke steering wheel (with an RS badge), electrically adjustable sports seats, stainless steel pedals, ambient lighting, and a Canton sound system. There are two upholstery options: RS Suedia (seats in perforated suede) and RS Suite (leather seats with a ventilation function). 

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Skoda retails the first-generation Kodiaq in India at Rs 39.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The next-generation model will arrive in mid-2025 on our market. The 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, which generates 187bhp and 320Nm of peak torque, will remain the same. It will get four-wheel drive and be paired to a seven-speed DSG automatic gearbox.