Skoda India has launched the much awaited C + segment sedan "Rapid," which will be manufactured in the same factory (Chakan, Pune), where the Vento is also produced. Skoda Rapid is based on the platform of Vento and share most parts with it including the engine, gearbox and suspension. Originally it was expected that it will be sold so quickly, there were rumors that it will be christened "Laurette," but Skoda Auto India has NOK again surprised everyone finally their new entry level sedan will be sold as "Rapid" in India.
It is powered by the same petrol and diesel engines that are not obliged under the hood of the Volkswagen Vento. Skoda Auto has recently changed the variant names of the Fabia and Laura (Classic to Active Ambiente and Ambition to), the Rapid also involve new variant name: Fast Active, Rapid Rapid Ambition and Elegance.
