Skoda launch new Octavia RS 230

Skoda has announced the Irish launch of a new version of its Octavia RS model — the RS 230.

Propelled by a 230bhp two-litre petrol engine — Skoda has upgraded the two-litre TSI engine by 10bhp — and combined with a six-speed gearbox, the car will accelerate from 0-100km/h in 6.7 seconds. Top speed potential is 250kph. This makes the Octavia 230 RS the fastest ever production Octavia. The 2.0 TSI can also be combined with an automatic six-speed dual-clutch transmission.