Skoda Octavia RS

The Octavia is to Skoda in Europe what the Falcon is to Ford, or the Commodore to Holden, here in Australia. It’s bread and butter stuff. High volume, high quality – and in Europe at least – high profile.
Model Tested:

• 2009 Skoda Octavia RS TDI; 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-diesel; six-speed manual; wagon – $41,990*

  Torquey & economic engine; slick gearbox; tenacious yet comfortable ride
Brand obscurity; options pricing; occasional ‘A’ pillar visibility issues


Specifications:

• Engine: 1968cc DOHC four-cylinder (16 valve)
• Power: 125kW @ 4200rpm
• Torque: 350Nm @ 1750rpm
• Induction: Common Rail & Turbocharged
• Transmission: Six-speed manual
• Driven Wheels: Front
• Brakes: Discs with ABS, EBA & EBD
• Top Speed: 224km/h (Claimed)
• 0-100km/h: 8.5 seconds (Claimed)
• CO2 Emissions: 155g/km
• Fuel Consumption: 5.9L/100km (ADR)
• Fuel Consumption: 6.8L/100km (As Tested)
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 55L
• Fuel Type: Diesel
• ANCAP Rating: TBC
• Airbags: Front, Side & Curtain
• Safety: ESC with Traction Control
• Spare Wheel: Spacesaver
• Suspension: Strut (F) / Multi-link (R)
• Cargo Capacity: 580/1620L
• Tow Capacity: 1300kg (Braked)
• Turning Circle: 10.2m
• Warranty: Three Year / Unlimited km
• Weight: 1548kg (Tare)
• Wheels: Alloy 18 x 7.0-inch

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