First batch of Skoda Kodiaq RS sold out

Skoda opened bookings for the high-performance Kodiaq RS on June 22, and the entire first batch of 50 units was sold out in a record-breaking **six minutes**. This happened even before the official price was announced, showing the huge demand from enthusiasts. This speed beat Skoda’s previous record, the Octavia RS, which took 20 minutes to sell out its first lot.

A Top-Spec Performance SUV

The Kodiaq RS is the first SUV in India to get the sporty ‘RS’ badge and is positioned as Skoda’s quickest and most powerful SUV in the country.

*   **Potent Engine**: It is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine tuned to produce **265 bhp** and **400 Nm** of torque. This is a significant bump over the standard Kodiaq’s engine.

*   **Quick Acceleration**: With a 7-speed automatic gearbox and all-wheel-drive (AWD), the SUV can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in just **6.3 seconds**.

Exclusive Features and Styling

The Kodiaq RS comes with several unique design and feature upgrades:

*   **Distinctive Look**: It gets a blacked-out grille, black window surrounds, red brake calipers, and 20-inch alloy wheels. It was available in four shades: Moon White, Steel Grey, Velvet Red, and Magic Black.

*   **Sporty Cabin**: The interior features an all-black theme with red contrast stitching and sporty front seats.

*   **Loaded with Tech**: It includes a 12.9-inch touchscreen, a digital instrument cluster, three-zone climate control, and a panoramic sunroof. Safety is also top-notch with 9 airbags and Level-2 ADAS.