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Skoda launches refreshed Rapid at Rs 7.22 lakh

New Delhi: Skoda has launched a refreshed version of Rapid at Rs 7.22 lakh. The new Rapid gets few visual tweaks but now incorporates the new 1.5-litre diesel engine that's also under the hood of

India TV News Desk India TV News Desk Updated on: September 25, 2014 16:17 IST
skoda launches refreshed rapid at rs 7.22 lakh
skoda launches refreshed rapid at rs 7.22 lakh

New Delhi: Skoda has launched a refreshed version of Rapid at Rs 7.22 lakh. The new Rapid gets few visual tweaks but now incorporates the new 1.5-litre diesel engine that's also under the hood of Volkswagen's Polo and Vento. In addition, there is also a dual clutch automatic gearbox.

The new diesel version is essentially a downsized version of Volkswagen's 1.6-litre TDI engine that has been around for many years now. The new engine develops the same amount of power as the old 1.6-litre unit. It develops 105PS of peak power at 4400rpm and 250Nm of peak torque from 1500-2500rpm.

The mill delivers 105 bhp of power and 250Nm of torque. A five-speed manual gearbox is matched to the diesel variants. The new Rapid also comes with a seven-speed DSG automatic transmission on diesel variant.

Petrol variant of new Rapid has the same 1.6 litre MPFI engine delivering 105 bhp of power at 5250 RPM along with 153 Nm of torque at 3800 RPM. Petrol engine is matched to a five-speed manual and an automatic gearbox has also been put on offer.

The only change to the exteriors is a new set of five spoke alloys. On the inside, you get a new steering wheel, cruise control and a card holder. The Rapid comes in four trims – Active, Ambition, Ambition Plus and Elegance.

Standard features include power windows, front and rear armrest, power steering, Chrome trim on radiator grille and door handles, body colour bumpers and gloss black decor on B-pillar, halogen headlights with manual leveling, high mounted LED brake lamp, after market audio preparation 1-DIN + cable + connector, and manual air conditioning with rear AC vents.

The new Skoda Rapid also offers an optional black package, which includes new black alloys, black fog lamps, black grille and logo, black wing mirrors and black projector headlamps. Accessories include a glossy black roof and black side foils.

Here is the complete price list of new Rapid (ex-showroom Delhi)

Skoda Rapid Active MT (petrol)- Rs 7.22 lakh

Skoda Rapid Ambition+ MT (petrol) –Rs 8.17 lakh

Skoda Rapid Elegance MT (petrol) – Rs 8.72 lakh

Skoda Rapid Elegance Black Package (petrol) – Rs 8.85 lakh

Skoda Rapid Ambition+ AT (petrol) - Rs 9.14 lakh

Skoda Rapid Elegance AT (petrol) - Rs 9.68 lakh

Skoda Rapid Elegance Black Package (petrol) - Rs 9.81 lakh

Skoda Rapid Active MT (diesel)- Rs 8.38 lakh

Skoda Rapid Ambition+ MT (diesel)- Rs 9.24 lakh

Skoda Rapid Elegance MT (diesel)- Rs 9.74

Skoda Rapid Elegance Black Package MT (diesel)- Rs 9.87 lakh

Skoda Rapid Ambition Automatic DSG (diesel)-Rs 10.34 lakh

Skoda Rapid Elegance Automatic DSG (diesel)-Rs 10.84 lakh

Skoda Rapid Elegance Black Package Automatic DSG (diesel)-Rs 10.97 lakh.

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