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2018 Skoda Octavia
The new Skoda Octavia is a medium-sized car offered in a 5D Hatchback body style. Available in Australia from $23,490 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $47,390 for the RS 245.
There are 4 variants of the Octavia available in Australia and this generation went on sale in April of 2017.
Engine options include 2.0L turbo petrol direct injection (169kW/350Nm), 2.0L turbo diesel common rail (135kW/380Nm) and 1.4L turbo petrol direct injection (110kW/250Nm). Available with 6-speed manual or manual transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2018 Octavia is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$23,490 - $47,390†
Transmission
6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT) or 6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Diesel or Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Hatchback or Station Wagon
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
Retail Price
$23,490 - $47,390†
Transmission
6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT) or 6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Diesel or Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Hatchback or Station Wagon
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
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Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
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2018 Skoda Octavia
Available Variants
The Skoda Octavia comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Rs 245.
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Power to Weight
77.96 - 129.4 kW/t
74.07 kW/t
138.27 kW/t
Boot Space
568 - 588 litres
457 litres
650 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5 - 6.7 L/100km
4.2 L/100km
9.9 L/100km
Vehicle Range
746 - 1,000 km
606 km
1,375 km
Price
$23,490 - $47,390
$23,490
$60,490
Warranty (Years)
5 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year - 1 year
2 years
1 year
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,805 - 1,862 kg
1,805 kg
2,320 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,500 - 1,600 kg
400 kg
2,200 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
127 - 140 mm
125 mm
150 mm
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Dimensions
4,659 mm
1,814 mm
1,461 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,659 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,814 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,461 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,686 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 441 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 Base that starts from $23,490.
See all Skoda Octavia PricingThe most expensive Skoda Octavia is the Rs 245 that starts from $47,390.
See all Skoda Octavia PricingThe best towing capacity of a Skoda Octavia is 1600 kg offered by the following variants: RS and Rs 245.
See all Skoda Octavia towing capacityThe largest Skoda Octavia is the Base which measures 1814mm wide, 4667mm in length and sits 1465mm tall.
The most powerful Skoda Octavia is the Rs 245 which has 180kW of power from its 2.0L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Skoda Octavia is built in Czech Republic and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Skoda Octavia is the Base which weighs 1862 kg (kerb weight).
The Skoda Octavia may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.
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