Skoda has just launched the much anticipated C-Segment Sedan - Rapid in India at New Delhi. Save for the front, the car is almost a xerox of Volkswagen Vento. Then be it side profile, rear or the interiors. Skoda Rapid is basically sedan version of Fabia, like Vento is of Polo but the neatness with which the boot has been integrated on both the cars is commendable. India is the debut market of Rapid, which means, the car has been launched here before anywhere else in world. From this attempt, Skoda intends to show their commitment towards in Indian Auto Sector. Especially, C-Segment battle ground which is only heating up with new launches now and then. Since pricing and value for money aspect plays an important role here, that's why, Skoda has strategically positioned the Rapid by pricing at Rs.6.75 Lakhs (Ex.Showroom, Delhi) which is tad below one of its chief rivals - Volkswagen Vento. The company claims that Rapid has been tailor made to suit Indians with its attractive design, space, equipments and technology. Skoda is primarily looking to target the audience which has entered into the family phase of their life, where safety and space matters. On this occasion, Skoda also unveiled their all new corporate logo in India. Following are the Skoda Rapid specifications, pricing, and pictures exclusive from launch.
Skoda Rapid Price (Ex.Showroom, Delhi / Ex.Showroom, Maharashtra)
- Active Petrol MT: Rs.6,75,000 / Rs.6,62,363
- Ambition Petrol MT: Rs.7,09,000 / Rs.6,95,717
- Elegance Petrol MT: Rs.7,99,000 / Rs.7,84,007
- Ambition Petrol AT: Rs.8,09,000 / Rs.7,93,818
- Elegance Petrol AT: Rs.8,99,000 / Rs.8,82,108
- Active Diesel MT: Rs.7,95,000 / Rs.7,80,084
- Ambition Diesel MT: Rs.8,29,000 / Rs.8,13,437
- Elegance Diesel MT: Rs.9,19,000 / Rs.9,01,782
Skoda Rapid Specifications:
- 1.6 Petrol Engine: 105PS@5250RPM and 153NM@3800RPM
- 1.6 Diesel Engine: 105PS@4400RPM and 250NM@1500-2500RPM
- Colours: Brilliant Silver, Candy White, Cappuccino Beige, Deep Black Pearl, Flash Red.
- Length: 4386MM, Width: 1699MM, Height: 1466MM, Wheelbase: 2552MM, Ground Clearance: 168MM
Skoda Rapid Features and Safety:
- Front seat adjustment from the rear (Ergo Lever)
- Anti-Pinch Power Windows
- One-touch Electric Power Windows
- Adjustable Dual Rear A/C Vents
- Security Code for Audio System
- Height and Length Adjustment for Steering
- Foldaway Cup-holders
- Rough Road Package
- Driver and Front Passanger Airbags
- Anti-lock Braking System
- Dual DIN Audio with Aux-in / SD Card Reader
- Automatic Climate Control
- Remote Controlled Central Locking / Comfort Operation Windows
- Electrically Adjustable Wing Mirrors
- Multi-Function Information Display
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one more simply i have no word i just finalising on verna crdi sx at price tag of 9.65178 lakh in my city , now question as usual for me is should i go for verna or consider this skoda rapid diesel . onemore thing as i hear that A.S.S and spare are on costlier side in case of skoda and vento is that true ?![[confused]](https://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/images/smilies/Confused.gif "Confused [confused]")
