In exciting news for car enthusiasts, Czech carmaker, Skoda, is all set to launch the new Octavia RS iV.
In a video, the company on Thursday teased the sporty fourth-generation Octavia which has a signature black bodywork elements and sporty interior.
#BreakingNews: #SKODA revealed the first details of the all-new #OctaviaRSiV in a video. The first plug-in #hybrid to carry on the tradition of RS performance models will have its #worldpremiere on 3 March at the @gimsswiss. pic.twitter.com/sYjandcjou
— ŠKODA AUTO NEWS (@skodaautonews) February 27, 2020
The global premiere will take place on March 3rd at the Geneva Motor Show.
The highlight of the new Octavia is the plug-in hybrid powertrain for dynamic performance. Under the hood, the car has a 1.4 TSI petrol engine and an 85-kW electric motor combine to deliver a system output of 180 kW (245 PS) and a maximum torque of 400 Nm, with CO2 emissions of around 30 g/km over the WLTP cycle.
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The Octavia RS iV can cover up to 55 kilometres (WLTP) in all-electric mode, without generating any emissions. A sports suspension with signature RS fine-tuning ensures dynamic handling.
In terms of looks, Octavia RS iV gets black grille, dynamic front apron with black Air Curtains and a rear apron featuring Aero Flaps and a matching rear diffuser in a sporty black.
The black alloy wheel design reveals brake callipers finished in red simply enhance the look.