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    Skoda Octavia

    The new Skoda Octavia is a medium-sized car offered in a 5D Hatchback body style. Available in Australia from $39,590 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Select variant and topping out at $59,990 for the RS.

    There are 3 variants of the Octavia available in Australia and this generation went on sale in October of 2025.

    Engine options include 2.0L turbo (195kW/370Nm) and 1.4L turbo (110kW/250Nm). Available with 7-speed automatic or 8-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    The new 2026 Octavia is offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Retail Price

    $39,590 - $59,990

    Transmission

    7-speed Auto (DCT) or 8-speed auto

    Driven Wheels

    Front

    Fuel Type

    Premium Unleaded

    Body Types

    Hatchback or Station Wagon

    Powertrain Type

    Front-wheel Drive

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    Retail Price

    $39,590 - $59,990

    Transmission

    7-speed Auto (DCT) or 8-speed auto

    Driven Wheels

    Front

    Fuel Type

    Premium Unleaded

    Body Types

    Hatchback or Station Wagon

    Powertrain Type

    Front-wheel Drive

    Expert Rating

    Very Good

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    Skoda Octavia

    Available Variants

    The Skoda Octavia comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Select and the most expensive being RS.

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    Reviews

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    Very Good
    It's hard to imagine, but the perfect all-rounder just got even better. Few people need more car than the updated Skoda Octavia RS.
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    Pros

    • More power
    • Improved infotainment tech
    • Still the benchmark for practicality

    Cons

    • More expensive than ever
    • Muted exhaust note
    • Lower dynamic ceiling than rivals
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    Power to Weight
    73.78 - 125 kW/t
    73.78 kW/t
    131.24 kW/t
    Boot Space
    600 - 640 litres
    480 litres
    640 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    6.1 - 7 L/100km
    6.1 L/100km
    8.1 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    714 - 738 km
    714 km
    743 km
    Price
    $39,590 - $59,990
    $39,590
    $59,990
    Warranty (Years)
    7 years
    5 years
    7 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    New this year - 1 year
    2 years
    1 year
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    1,832 - 1,876 kg
    1,832 kg
    2,055 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    1,500 - 1,600 kg
    1,400 kg
    1,600 kg
    Approach Angle
    14.3°
    14.3°
    Departure Angle
    12.8 - 13°
    12.8°
    13°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    129 - 143 mm
    129 mm
    143 mm
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    Skoda Octavia

    Dimensions

    4,698 mm
    1,814 mm
    in mirror: 2,003 mm
    1,470 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,698 mm
    Overall Width1,814 mm
    Overall Width (Inc Mirror)2,003 mm
    Overall Height1,470 mm
    Wheelbase2,686 mm
    Turning Circle10,400 mm
    Load Capacity426 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Skoda Octavia is the Select that starts from $39,590.

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    The most expensive Skoda Octavia is the RS that starts from $59,990.

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    The best towing capacity of a Skoda Octavia is offered by the RS which can tow 1600 kg

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    The largest Skoda Octavia is the Select which measures 1814mm wide, 4698mm in length and sits 1470mm tall.

    The most powerful Skoda Octavia is the RS which has 195kW of power from its 2.0L Turbo engine.

    The Skoda Octavia is built in Czech Republic and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Skoda Octavia is the RS which weighs 1876 kg (kerb weight).

    The Skoda Octavia uses Premium Unleaded.

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