Skoda Laura RS launched
Today Skoda Auto India launched the RS edition of their Laura Sedan in India. Powered by a 1.8 TSI petrol engine producing 160bhp of peak power, Skoda Laura RS is priced at Rs. 1,519,906 (Ex-Showroom Mumbai).
Speaking at the launch, Mr. Thomas Kuehl, Board Member & Director, Sales & Marketing, ŠkodaAuto India said, “The new Laura RS is a performance oriented product aimed at car enthusiasts who have an emotional connect with their car. It’s not a product you choose on pure rationale as the vRS badge evokes tremendous passion amongst the owners. Designed to provide maximum driving pleasure through performance and precision, the RS also continues to build on ŠKODA’s reputation for comfort and safety. We hope our customers enjoy this product as much as we do”
According to Skoda, Laura RS takes inspiration for design and performance directly from the racetrack. Sporty Alcantara leather seats with lateral support and an RS emblem set the tone for the interiors, while ensuring comfort of the drivers and passengers even on the longest drive. A three-spoke multi-function leather steering wheel with a six-speed manual transmission continues to combine with high-performance with style and safety.
The Laura RS sports an attractive exterior which reveals its high-performance heritage. Its character is perfectly captured by the 16″ alloy wheels, aerodynamic spoiler on the boot and the aggressive chrome dual exhaust. The understated style of the RS is further reflected in the xenon curve projector headlights with dynamic leveling, corner function, with front fog lights and the LED position lamps. The new Laura RS will be available in four sporty shades of Sprint Yellow, Race Blue, Candy White and Magic Black.
Skoda Laura RS Features
LED position lights: The independent LEDs for the position lights are located above the fog lights in the RS. In keeping with the RS design philosophy they enhance both performance and appearance.
Steel sports pedals: Race-bred steel pedals, rubber grips and stylish greytrimmed floor mats ensure the perfect blend of performance and practicality in the RS.
Engine: The 1.8 TSI petrol engine with a power output of 118 kW has the highest specific power and specific torque in its segment. The engine guarantees an exceptional performance and at the same time provides efficient fuel consumption.
16” Draconis Alloy wheels: 16″ alloy wheels complement the sporty exterior of the RS. Equipped with 205/55 R16 tyres, they provide safety, performance and enhanced driving comfort.
| Skoda Laura RS Technical specifications | |||
| Engine | 1.8 TSI/118 kW | ||
| Engine type | 1.8 TSI, turbocharged petrol engine, in-line, liquid cooling system, direct injection, 16V DOHC, transverse in front | ||
| Cylinders | 4 | ||
| Displacement [cm3] | 1798 | ||
| Max. power/revs [kW(bhp) at rpm] | 118(160) / 4500–6200 | ||
| Max. torque/revs [Nm at rpm] | 250 / 1500–4500 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Wheel drive | Front wheel drive | ||
| Transmission | Manual 6-speed fully synchronized | ||
| Chassis | |||
| Front axle | McPherson suspension with lower triangular links and torsion stabiliser | ||
| Rear axle | Multi-element axle, with one longitudinal and three transverse links, with torsion stabiliser | ||
| Braking system | Hydraulic dual-diagonal circuit braking system vacuum assisted with Dual Rate system | ||
| Brake – front | Disc brakes with inner cooling, with single/piston floating caliper | ||
| Brake – rear | Disc brakes | ||
| Steering system | Direct rack and pinion steering with electro mechanic power steering | ||
| Wheels | 6.5J×16 | ||
| Tyres | 205/55 R16 | ||
| Outside dimensions | |||
| Length [mm] | 4597 | ||
| Width [mm] | 1769 | ||
| Height [mm] | 1485 | ||
| Wheel base [mm] | 2578 | ||
| Ground clearance [mm] | 164 | ||
| Inside Dimensions | |||
| Storage capacity [l] | 560 | ||
| Storage capacity with rear seatback folded down [l] | 1430 | ||
| Weights | |||
| Kerb weight [kg] | 1380 | ||
| Gross weight [kg] | 1965 | ||
| Liquids | |||
| Tank capacity [l] | 55 | ||
| Performance | |||
| Turning circle diameter [m] | 10.2 | ||
