Friday, August 28, 2015
Skoda Rapid Ultima: Would buyers opt for a new generation car instead?
Now, after the new Octavia and Superb, Skoda has rolled out the final version of the Rapid, the Skoda Rapid Ultima, in the country and it is to be seen whether buyers flock for the current generation Skoda or opt for vehicles of other companies, which have brought in new generation cars.
By rolling out the final version, is Skoda trying to just dump the Rapid Ultima before concentrating on the new generation car?
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| The Skoda Rapid Ultima. |
After this last version of the Rapid rolls out, Skoda would rivet on the next generation car, which could be launched around June-July this year itself.
The Rapid Ultima will come in both petrol and diesel engine versions and carry a price tag of between Rs 8.33 lakh and Rs 9.97 lakh (showroom price Delhi).
Coming to the details, the Rapid Ultima will be rolled out for a limited period and the price range for the petrol model will be Rs 8.33-Rs 9.91 lakh. The diesel variant would be priced around Rs 9.40-Rs 9.97 lakh.
Skoda Rapid Ultima price details are as follows:
Skoda Rapid Ultima trim Price (ex-Delhi)
1.6 MPI MT Ambition Plus Rs 8.33 lakh
1.6 MPI AT Ambition Plus Rs 9.30 lakh
1.6 MPI MT Elegance Rs 8.95 lakh
1.6 MPI AT Elegance Rs 9.91 lakh
1.6 TDI Ambition Plus Rs 9.40 lakh
1.6 TDI Elegance Rs 9.97 lakh
However, to woo people who usually shy away from the last version (of any car), Skoda’s Rapid Ultima comes with a string of additional features compared to the previous model.
The interior is offered with additional features like Bluetooth telephony, leatherette seat covers, GPS navigation and a new trip computer. The Ultima will also be offered with projector headlamps and new seven spoke alloy wheels along with a set sporty decals with ‘Ultima’ branding.
The Rapid Ultima has floor mats and doorsill covers with the ‘Ultima’ tag, along with a new multi-functional steering wheel. The Ultima is offered with a 1.6-litre petrol as well as diesel engines, which belt out 105 PS peak power.
The four-cylinder petrol engine offers 153 Nm peak torque and the turbocharged diesel engine has a commendable 250 Nm peak torque.
The Skoda Rapid Ultima diesel has an ARAI certified fuel economy of 20.5 km per litre and the petrol model offers 14.3 km per litre.
So, will buyers make a beeline for the new Skoda Rapid Ultima or opt for new generation cars?
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