Skoda Launches Rapid at Rs. 6.75 Lakhs

Skoda has launched the Rapid starting at Rs. 6.75 Lakhs (Ex Delhi), making India the first market for this sedan to be available. Based on the Volkswagen Vento, the Rapid is Skoda’s take on a C-segment sedan using the components from its parent VW. The Skoda Rapid is available in eight variants, five petrol and three diesel. The variants of the Rapid are the Active, Ambition and Elegance. The petrol variant is available with both manual and automatic transmissions (Ambition and Elegance). Both the petrol and diesel Rapid sedans are powered by 1600cc motors producing 105 BHP of power. The petrol motor produces 153 Nm of torque, while the diesel unit produces 250 Nm of torque.

Pointers from the launch -

1. ABS and Airbags only in the Ambition and Elegance models
2. Alloy wheels and 2 Din Audio system with front and rear speakers only in the Elegance trim
3. Multi Function Display only in Elegance variant.
4. India will be the manufacturing hub for Skoda

Rapid Petrol Prices

- Active 1.6 MPI MT – Rs. 6.75 lakhs
- Ambition 1.6 MPI MT – Rs. 7.09 lakhs
- Elegance 1.6 MPI MT – Rs. 7.99 lakhs
- Ambition 1.6 MPI AT – Rs. 8.09 lakhs
- Elegance 1.6 MPI AT – Rs. 8.99 lakhs

Rapid Diesel Prices

- Active 1.6 TDI – Rs. 7.95 lakhs
- Ambition 1.6 TDI – Rs. 8.29 lakhs
- Elehance 1.6 TDI – Rs. 9.19 lakhs