2004-2013 Octavia OverviewŠkoda Octavia Overview (2004 - 2013)
2004 - 2013
Tech Specs Summary
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- 106 - 150 mph
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- 7.2 - 15.5 seconds
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- 74 - 197 BHP
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- 30.7 - 62.8 mpg
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- 1,250 - 1,570 kg
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- 560 - 1,455 L (Saloon)
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- 560 - 1,655 L (Estate)
This generation of the Škoda Octavia was produced by the Czech manufacturer Škoda between 2004 - 2013. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as either a saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 74 BHP 1.4 L Inline 4 petrol engine all the way to a 197 BHP 1.6 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Octavia is the Škoda Octavia vRS 2.0 TFSI which scores 2.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 197 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 136 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 150 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.2 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Škoda Octavia Combi 1.6 TDI is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 759 miles and can store 580-1,620 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,400 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
