Skoda Rapid Diesel Elegance Automatic Updates

Wednesday, 20 November 2024 01:42 PM Skoda has officially discontinued the Rapid in India, which includes the Diesel Elegance Automatic variant. This move marks the end of an era for a car that was known for its driving pleasure and robust build quality. The Rapid had been a staple in Skodas Indian lineup for nearly a decade.

Wednesday, 03 January 2024 04:29 AM Some owners of the Skoda Rapid, including those with the DSG variants, expressed dissatisfaction with the service quality from Skoda dealerships. This issue, however, was more related to the overall service experience rather than the specific Diesel Elegance Automatic variant.

Wednesday, 27 September 2023 09:25 AM Although the Rapid did not receive major design upgrades, it did get some cosmetic updates, including a reverse camera and 16-inch alloy wheels, to keep it competitive in the market. However, these updates did not include the Diesel Elegance Automatic variant.

Monday, 25 September 2023 06:33 AM In the BS6 era, Skoda decided to phase out the 1.5-litre diesel engine from the Rapid, along with the 7-speed DSG transmission. This meant the Diesel Elegance Automatic variant was no longer available, leaving only petrol engine options. I believe this was a significant loss for enthusiasts who loved the diesels performance and efficiency.

Friday, 25 September 2020 03:58 AM Before its discontinuation, the Rapid was offered in various trims, but the Diesel Elegance Automatic was no longer part of the lineup. The prices for the remaining variants were adjusted, with the top trim starting at around Rs. 11.99 lakh.

Thursday, 17 September 2020 07:56 PM Skoda launched the 2020 Rapid with a 1.0-litre TSI engine and a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission. This launch did not include a diesel automatic variant, signaling the end of the Diesel Elegance Automatic.

Friday, 03 July 2020 12:35 AM Skoda transitioned the Rapid to a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, which was mated to either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed torque converter automatic. This change marked the end of the diesel automatic options, including the Diesel Elegance Automatic.

Friday, 03 July 2020 05:15 PM The Rapid, in its later years, came with features like automatic climate control, rear AC vents, and an 8-inch touchscreen. However, the Diesel Elegance Automatic variant was not part of these updates. I believe the features added value but did not compensate for the loss of the diesel automatic option.

Thursday, 04 June 2020 07:13 AM Despite the discontinuation, owners of the Rapid with the DSG transmission, similar to the Diesel Elegance Automatic, reported high satisfaction with the cars performance and reliability, even after significant mileage. I think this speaks to the robust engineering of Skodas transmissions.

Sunday, 15 December 2019 02:11 AM There were rumors and speculations about a next-generation Skoda sedan, codenamed the ANB Sedan, which was expected to replace the Rapid. However, this did not affect the immediate availability of the Diesel Elegance Automatic, as it was already phased out.