Skoda Rapid matte edition introduced in India, price starts at Rs 11.99 lakh

Skoda Auto India introduced the new Rapid Matte Edition in the country at Rs 11.99 lakh for the manual variant and Rs 13.49 lakh (ex-showroom, India) for the automatic variant. The new Skoda Rapid Matte Edition is available in an exclusive carbon steel matte color which adds to its style statement. The new Rapid Matte Edition will be powered by the same 1.0 L TSI engine mated to both manual and automatic transmissions. The Skoda Rapid retails at a starting price of Rs 7.79 lakh and ranges out at Rs 13.29 lakh for the Rapid Monte Carlo edition. The Skoda Rapid is available with only a single petrol option but with both manual and automatic transmission options.

Zac Hollis, Brand Director, Skoda Auto India said, “Since its launch, the Rapid has had an incredible success journey in India. With more than 1 lakh customers, Rapid has seen great resonance with auto enthusiasts across the country. Taking the success story further, we are thrilled to introduce the Rapid Matte Edition in India. With this addition, the Rapid portfolio expands further to reach newer customers. With its distinctive style and extensive feature list, I am confident that this product will see great demand.”

The Skoda Rapid Matte Edition sports new features that give it a distinctive look. The new glossy black radiator grille and spoiler up front coupled with the carbon steel matte color enhances the design of the Rapid Matte Edition. The glossy black door handle is exclusively for the Rapid Matte Edition and heightens the profile. In addition, the black body side moulding accentuates the profile. At the rear, the addition of the rear diffusor, glossy black tailgate spoiler and the black trunk lip garnish gives a sporty avatar to the Rapid Matte Edition. All black alloy wheels are exclusive to the Skoda Rapid Matte Edition.

Inside, the Skoda Rapid Matte Edition features dual-tone Tellur Grey interiors and wears premium black leatherette upholstery with Alcantara inserts. The interior also sports the same 6.5-inch infotainment system with a rear-view camera. The Skoda Rapid Matte Edition is also equipped with a USB air purifier, stainless-steel scuff plates with Rapid inscription, and high visibility performance bulbs exclusively provided.

The Skoda Rapid Matte Edition comes with standard safety features such as dual airbags and ABS across its product portfolio. The safety equipment on the Skoda Rapid Matte Edition includes- rear parking sensors, anti-glare interior rear view mirror, rear windscreen defogger with timer, height adjustable three-point seatbelts at the front, rough road package and engine immobilizer with floating code system. Skoda also offers 6 years of a hassle-free ownership experience, motor insurance, 24 x 7 RSA, and an extended warranty. Skoda Auto India also offers 4-year service care programme (4 year warranty, 4 year road side assistance, and an optional 4 year maintenance package).