Jaiveer Mehra
The new Skoda Octavia is Now on sale in India, Prices start from Rs 2.599 million (Indian ex-showroom). The fourth-generation executive sedan follows Skoda’s latest design direction, and its shape is more in line with the larger Superb, and is available in two models-Style and a fully loaded Laurin & Klement (L&K). Let’s see what you can get with your money.
New Skoda Octavia style (Rs 2.599 million)
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17-inch alloy wheels
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Ambient lighting
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LED headlight with DRL
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LED fog lamp with turning function
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LED taillights with dynamic turn indicators
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Automatic dimming mirror-interior and driver’s side
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Driver’s side mirror defogger
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Puddle lights
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Keyless entry
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Electric adjustable driver’s seat with memory function
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10-inch touch screen infotainment system
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Android Auto/Apple CarPlay connection
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Mirror link
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Dual zone climate control
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Paddle shifter
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Virtual cockpit digital dashboard
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Cruise control
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Rain sensor wiper
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6 airbags (double front, front side and curtains)
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Front and rear parking sensors
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Rear view camera
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ABS with EBD
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drop out
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Ramp start assist
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Multiple collision braking
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Anti-slip adjustment
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Electronic differential lock
New Skoda Octavia L&K (Rs 2.899 lakh)
The fully loaded L&K also provides you with kits, such as:
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Adaptive LED headlights
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Tire pressure monitor
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8 airbags (additional rear airbags)
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Fatigue alert
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Electric trunk lid, hands-free opening
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Electric passenger seat with memory function
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Guangzhou Audio System
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Rear sun visor-door and windshield
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Wireless smart phone charger
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Hands-free parking
New Skoda Octavia: engine and gearbox
Turning to the hood, unlike the previous generation Octavia, the new fourth-generation sedan is only equipped with a gasoline engine. The device in question is a 2.0-liter turbo gasoline TSI device that can output 190 horsepower and 320 Nm of torque. The engine is equipped with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission as standard to provide power to the front wheels. Skoda claims that the fuel efficiency rating of this model is 15.81kpl.You can read more about how Octavia is driven In our review.
New Skoda Octavia: competitors
The executive sedan segment has shrunk in the past few years. With the withdrawal of Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic from the market, Octavia has only one direct competitor-Hyundai Elantra. However, in terms of pricing, the Elantra is significantly more affordable, with Hyundai’s price ranging from Rs 1,785 to Rs 2,112 million (ex-showroom in Delhi).
The automaker is now preparing to launch its new Kushaq mid-size SUV.Skoda recently announced that it has Started production of Kushaq, It is expected to be launched soon.The automaker is also expected to launch the gasoline Kodiaq in India later this year and make its debut New mid-size sedan This will replace the current Rapid.
See also:
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