Skoda Kodiaq RS

The Skoda Kodiaq RS is the higher-performance version of the full-size Kodiaq SUV, slated to launch in India in June 2026. Notably, this will make the Kodiaq the first Skoda SUV in India to wear the RS badge. 

Not only will the Kodiaq RS get RS-specific sportier design elements outside, but it will be powered by a retuned version of the same 2.0-litre turbo-petrol (TSI) engine, which puts out 265hp and 400Nm (61hp and 80Nm more than the regular Kodiaq). Like the regular model, the Kodiaq RS will be available with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (DCT) that sends power to all four wheels (AWD). 

The Skoda Kodiaq RS 0-100kph time is a claimed 6.3 seconds, and it has a claimed top speed of 231kph. The Skoda Kodiaq RS mileage has not been revealed. 

The Skoda Kodiaq RS will rival the Volkswagen Tayron R-Line. 

Key Highlights of the Skoda Kodiaq RS

• Gets a slightly retuned version of the regular model’s 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine that produces 61hp and 80Nm more.  
• Claims a 0-100kph run in 6.3 seconds and a top speed of 231kph.
• Sports the same lighting setup, but gets a gloss black grille, redesigned front and rear bumpers, bigger 20-inch wheels and twin-tip exhausts.
• Inside, it gets the same equipment but gets an all-black interior theme and red accents. 
• Features include a 13-inch infotainment, a 10.25-inch driver’s display, a panoramic sunroof and dual wireless phone chargers. 
• Safety suite is expected to be the same with features like 9 airbags, 360-degree camera and TPMS.