Škoda Octavia: All information about the major renovation of the 4th generation

From year 1996 was sold 7,15 million Škoda Octavia vehicles, which means that Octavia is one of the ten best sellers model series in Europe and the foundation Model range damage. With combined sedan and hatchback sales figures, the Octavia family is the best-selling compact model in the 27 EU member states. In addition, in Iceland, Liechtenstein, and on Norway in v Switzerland.

V Germany, Škoda's largest single market, is Octavia the best-selling import model for many years. It is also very popular in many countries at the police. For example, in France, Italy, Kosovo, Croatia, Slovenia, in Morocco, Austria and the United Kingdom. Fourth generation Octavia has now been thoroughly renovated.

Design and dimensions

Škoda Octavia in the case of a major renovation, it follows a technically related model VW Golf 8, just like other members of the compact family MQB the Volkswagen Group, i.e. Seat/Cupra Leon in Audi A3. It is still available as a sedan with hatchbacks and hatchbacks. The visual changes are mainly characterized by a modified radiator grille and new Matrix LED headlights second generation. "Sharp front view", as Škoda itself says. The upgrade includes redesigned front and rear bumpers and a modified radiator grille. The previously mentioned headlights and modified rear lights are also new LED with animated turn signals and many new alloy wheels. The new structure of the offer now consists of four lines of equipment "Gasoline","Selection","Sportline"In"RS” and nine optional designs for the interior.

Because renovations are both body versions for nine millimeters longer and now they measure 4.698 millimeters. Škoda changed the lower air intakes, air curtains and transitions between the front bumper and front wheel arch trims so that Octavia now look even more dynamic. In addition, the designers have coordinated sides of the grid with the height of the new headlights. Octavia color palette includes three monochrome and seven metallic shades. Damage is exclusive to Octavio Sportline in RS added vivid green to the program"Mamba Green" while she is equally attractive "Phoenix Orange” only available for Octavia Combi.

Skoda Octavia station wagon

Interior

Škoda now for the interior updated octavia offers nine so-called “Design Selections", all of which are characterized by greater use of sustainable materials. For the first time, buyers can order a central for this model series infotainment screen in the 13-in format. Central freestanding 10-inch infotainment screen in combination with a 10-inch digital cockpit is available as standard. It will be later Škoda into digital voice assistant Laura included a chatbot Chat GPT, based on artificial intelligence.

From now on it is two-field air conditioning Climatronic included as standard in all Octavia models. The extensive upgrade of the model also brings new ones Simply Clever features for Octavia. For example, a hatchback can be equipped with optional trunk lid, which automatically rolls up to facilitate access to the trunk. Rear seat passengers can now store bags, cups, bottles and other items in a special storage compartment.

Motors and drives

Škoda for renewed Octavio offers four additionally developed four-cylinder engines – two petrol and two diesel. The power range of the engines ranges from 85 kW (115 hp) with two base engines up to 195 kW (265 hp) in the version Octavia RS. Introduction of the 2.0 TSI engine with 150 kW (204 HP) and serial four-wheel drive is planned later. 1,5 liter TSI petrol engine and 2,0 liter the TDI diesel unit entered the powertrain range of the updated Octavia. Both have power 85 kW (115 KM) and are connected with 6-speed manual gearbox. Like the 1,5 TSI with 110 kW (150 hp), the basic petrol engine is also available with DSG and mild hybrid technology as an option. With power 195 kW (265 HP) now has the best petrol engine in Octavia RS even 15 kW (20 hp) more power than before.

Offer of engines and drives:

Skoda Octavia sedan

Pricelist

The manufacturer has yet to comment future Škoda Octavia prices in Octavia Combi. So far, they have started in Germany at 30.960 euros (limousine 1,5 TSI ACT) and 31.990 euros (Limousine 2,0 TDI), and the Combi has always been 700 euros more expensive. Even the market presentation is still hidden. If you want Octavia s especially with a sporty touch, you can choose between versions below the highest version RS. For models Sportline Škoda combines key elements of the RS appearance with three available engine variants: 1.5 TSI with 110 kW (150 hp), 2.0 TSI with 150 kW (204 hp) and four-wheel drive and 2.0 TDI diesel with 110 kW (150 hp).

Sports suspension with 15 millimeters lower ground clearance and progressive steering are standard equipment. Radiator grill frame, window frames and exterior mirror covers are at Octavia Sportline finished in glossy black. Dark tinted side and rear windows are also available (Sunset).

Competition

Of course, it should be mentioned first VW Golf Variant in Seat/Cupra Leon ST from the group. They are also similar in size Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer in Ford Focus Tournament. Hatchback Škoda Octavia it's even quite unique, at least comparable in size to sedans Audi A4 ali BMW 3 Series, which both pursue premium requirements regarding engines and prices. Finally, a new one Škoda Superb is placed within the company over Octavia. It is also available as a sedan and hatchback.