Skoda India introduces Octavia Onyx Edition

Czech automaker Skoda has unveiled a limited run model of the Octavia sedan, christened the Octavia Onyx edition. The automaker has not revealed the prices and official pictures of the same, however, it has detailed the model. It will be available at Skoda dealerships for a limited period and is expected to be priced nearly Rs 30,000 over the equivalent variant.

Commenting on the new edition, Mr Ashutosh Dixit, director – sales and marketing Skoda Auto India, said, “The Skoda Octavia Onyx edition continues its journey with the success of the Octavia model range in India. The Skoda Octavia offers more safety and comfort features compared to products from higher segments. The Onyx edition combines typical strengths of the brand; safety, design, engineering, spaciousness and ‘Simply Clever’ features thus making the Octavia a compelling proposition.”

Speaking of the additions in the Skoda Octavia Onyx edition, it features black treatment to its exterior with new 16-inch Premia black alloy wheels and black exterior mirrors along with a body coloured spoiler, new decorative foils and door sills. Mechanically, the Octavia Onyx will be launched in both petrol and diesel versions. The petrol is pulled by the 1.8 TSI motor (180PS/250Nm) mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, while the diesel version is powered by the 2.0 TDI oil burner (143PS/320Nm) mated to a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission. 

Source: CarDekho.com