25 Years of vRS – Celebrating Škoda Performance at Startin Škoda Worcester

Startin Škoda Worcester, we are proud to celebrate a major milestone – 25 years of vRS in the UK.

Since its introduction in 2001, vRS, standing for victory rally sport, has represented something unique in the performance car world. For Škoda, it has been a technical proving ground. For customers, it has delivered accessible performance without sacrificing the practicality and value that define the brand.

From early rally heritage to today’s high performance electric SUVs, vRS has evolved while staying true to its core principle: real world performance you can use every day.

From Rally Roots to Road Icons

Škoda’s motorsport pedigree stretches back more than a century, from early competition models to the legendary 130 RS and today’s Fabia RS Rally2. That competitive spirit has directly influenced every vRS road car.

The journey began with the Skoda Octavia vRS in 2001. With 180PS from a 1.8 litre turbo engine, bespoke chassis tuning and everyday practicality, it redefined perceptions of Škoda in the UK.

The Skoda Fabia vRS followed, famously using a torque rich diesel engine to deliver real world pace with impressive fuel economy.

Over the years, vRS expanded across hatchbacks, estates and SUVs, culminating in models such as:

• Skoda Octavia vRS – now producing 265PS with a refined 2.0 TSI engine
• Skoda Kodiaq vRS – a seven seat SUV capable of 0-62mph in just 6.4 seconds
• Skoda Enyaq vRS – delivering up to 340PS with dual motor all wheel drive
• Skoda Elroq vRS – the fastest accelerating model in the current Škoda range

Electrification Meets Performance

The introduction of the Enyaq vRS and Elroq vRS marks a new chapter. With instant torque, all wheel drive and rapid acceleration, they demonstrate how electrification enhances performance rather than diluting it.

The Enyaq vRS even set Guinness World Records for the longest continuous drift on ice by an electric vehicle, proving its capability in extreme conditions.

Meanwhile, the Octavia vRS iV introduced plug in hybrid performance, showing how vRS continues to adapt to new technology while maintaining driver engagement.

Why vRS Still Matters in 2026

For drivers in Worcester and across Worcestershire, vRS models offer something rare. They combine:

• Genuine performance
• Strong everyday practicality
• Generous equipment levels
• Competitive pricing compared to rivals

Whether you need estate space for family life, SUV versatility or electric performance for the future, vRS delivers without compromise.