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Skoda Octavia Comparison
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.
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