

Josh Nevett
2025 Skoda Octavia RS review
Pros
- More power
- Improved infotainment tech
- Still the benchmark for practicality
Cons
- More expensive than ever
- Muted exhaust note
- Lower dynamic ceiling than rivals
9 Months Ago
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
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
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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The Skoda Octavia comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Select and the most expensive being RS.


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9 Months Ago
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,698 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,814 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,003 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,470 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,686 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 426 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Skoda Octavia Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.





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Skoda Octavia
The cheapest Skoda Octavia is the Select that starts from $39,590.
See all Skoda Octavia PricingThe most expensive Skoda Octavia is the RS that starts from $59,990.
See all Skoda Octavia PricingThe best towing capacity of a Skoda Octavia is offered by the RS which can tow 1600 kg
See all Skoda Octavia towing capacityThe 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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