Czech carmaker Skoda has launched the new Rapid today at an attractive starting price tag of about Rs. 7,22,230 (Ex-Showroom Delhi). At the launch, Mr. Sudhir Rao, Chairman and Managing Director ŠKODA Auto India said, “The newly launched Rapid reflects our commitment to introduce innovative products of global standards in India. It is a comfortable car for the family with an elegant design, ensuring an efficient and an extremely safe drive. The DSG transmission further accentuates the dynamic driving pleasure of the Rapid. We have very ambitious long term plans for the Indian market; the Rapid along with our renewed focus on ownership experience will form the cornerstone of our future strategy.”
The new Skoda Rapid is powered by a new 1.5 Liter TDI engine that has been mated to a new 7 speed DSG automatic transmission. The new rapid is available in interesting shades of Brilliant Silver, Candy White, Cappuccino Beige, Deep Black Pearl, Flash Red and the new Toffee Brown colour. As part of fresh upgrades, the sedan gets black elements like fog lamps, headlamps, multi-spoke alloys, external mirror and grille with logo-lip. The AC system gets climatronic function to maintain ideal cabin temperatures. As for entertainment the new Skoda Rapid gets 2-DIN ŠKODA audio player with USB and Auxiliary audio input and large format display. For added convenience, audio and phone controls feature on the steering wheel. The special function in this vehicle is the “Škoda Remote” app that allows radio to be controlled remotely on iOS and Android enabled devices.
The new Skoda Rapid is loaded with safety features like ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBC (Engine Braking Control), dual rate brake assist, height adjustable head restraints at front and rear, driver and front passenger airbags. Moreover, the car has been tuned to cut-off fuel supply in case of an accident. The sedan gets electronic theft deterrence module that also includes engine immobilizer with floating code system, added to this, the audio player is also protected by a security code. The Anti-pinch system and comfort opening and closing function for all windows ensures complete protection for family.
