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 hp
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- 25.6 - 52.3 mpg
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- 2,756 - 3,461 lbs
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- 19.8 - 51.4 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 19.8 - 58.4 ft3 (Wagon)
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 sedan or wagon. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 74 hp 1.4 L Inline 4 gasoline engine all the way to a 197 hp 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 hp and a power/weight ratio of 16.23 lb/hp 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 20.5-57.2 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,086 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
