Skoda India has launched the Superb 1.8 TSI (Petrol) with Manual Transmission (MT) in Elegance trim. The launch of the Manual Transmission in the Superb commemorates the one year of the all new Superb which was introduced in India in March 2009. The Superb Petrol 1.8 TSI MT is geared with a Manual 6-speed transmission and TSI technology which has an inbuilt turbocharger with a high pressure direct injection system. The ARAI rates the car’s fuel efficiency at 13.14 kmpl and the new Superb will have the same equipment level as found in the Elegance variants. The Superb 1.8 MT is available in 5 colors – Black Magic, Rosso Brunello, Cappuccino Beige, Diamond Silver & Candy White at a price of Rs. 1,781,035/- (ex-showroom Maharashtra) and Rs. 1,828,563/- (ex-showroom Delhi).
“Ever since the launch, the New Superb has won the hearts of over 3000 customers and acquired the No. 1 position in the D Segment, bagging 6 prestigious automotive awards in 2010. The addition of the 1.8 TSI Manual Transmission to the current range will offer a wider choice to our customers and also allow us to introduce our newest technologies into the Indian market. We are confident that our new addition will create more zeal and excitement for our customers,” Mr. Ashutosh Dixit, Sr. General Manager, Sales & Marketing, Skoda India, said.