Skoda Octavia IV - in the right direction

Here is the new Skoda bestseller in all its glory. This is exactly what most clients expect, so don't worry about success. Meet the new 2020 Skoda Octavia.

This is the fourth modern generation Octaviaalthough its roots go back to the middle of the last century. Exactly 60 years ago, the first Octavia, a popular model of the Skoda family, rolled off the assembly line. Today it is invariably the star of the Czech manufacturer, accounting for a third of its sales. He is also responsible for the huge success of the brand when it was taken over by Volkswagen and went through a modernization process. Skoda increased production by more than six times, delivering more than 1,25 million vehicles last year.

The new Skoda Octavia - contrary to the announcements

Recently, the automotive world heard that the Volkswagen concern plans to lower its position. Skoda and make it compete with, among other things, Dacia. If this is true, then the designers of Octavia's latest incarnation had no prior knowledge of her. In this model, the policy of austerity is not visible either from the outside or from the inside. Although when photographing we still dealt with pre-production models, in places marked with the specifics of handmade or awaiting final completion, the first impression is still very positive.

Popular cars are not bought for their body, but since we make choices with our eyes, this is somehow important. AS WELL AS new Skoda Octavia it is visually exceptionally well designed. It is large but not heavy. The aspect ratio is correct and undisturbed, regardless of the viewing angle. The design itself clearly went towards Superba. Most of all, this is seen along the line of side windows, both in the liftback and in the station wagon. Styling details are new as Octavia sets a new stylistic language for the brand. At the rear, we have a new shape of lamps, a characteristic grille in front and, fortunately, front lamps in a single housing.

Although no modern Octavia She was not small, the last incarnation had grown a little. The length of the liftback version has been increased by 19 mm, and the station wagon by 22 mm, thanks to which both body versions now have the same basic dimensions. The length is 4689 15 mm, the width has increased by 1829 mm to 2686 mm, the wheelbase is now mm.

Skoda Octavia moving towards the premium segment?

Skoda has access to the latest technical developments used by the group and uses them to the extent possible. Having decided on the top characteristics, we will get a lot of gadgets that were intended for expensive cars a few years ago. Today, dynamic indicators with full LED taillights or full LED matrix headlights are available for this compact Skoda model.

Like before octavia interior it is made with decent materials and also features an exceptionally good fit and finish. It is in vain to look for raw plastic edges or loose elements. The only exception is the new handlebar grips in the form of protruding chrome cylinders, which dangle a little. But the final assessment can be made when we see fully production versions.

The latest trend in the automotive industry is to replace classic watches with color screens that allow for customization.. Octavia not an exception. In the top configuration, information about the car is provided to the driver by a 10-inch Virtual Cockpit screen, and on the dashboard a second screen with the same diagonal is used by the multimedia center. In addition, you can order a head-up display, which makes it even easier to read the most important information.

Complete novelty in Skoda Octaviathat rival brand owners, not to mention Dacia, can only dream of is the new joystick for controlling the DSG dual clutch transmission. It replaces the previous lever by transmitting the signal electronically.

The presentation of the new generation of the car cannot be complete without innovations in the field of safety. So, the already solid package of assistance and warning systems has been replenished with three points. First, it is a collision avoidance system. It works by increasing the steering torque during a maneuver to avoid an obstacle suddenly appearing on the road. The second novelty - Exit Warning - warns of oncoming vehicles from behind, including cyclists, when exiting. The latter, in turn, uses sensors in the steering wheel, constantly making sure that we do not lose control of the vehicle. If there is no response from the driver, the emergency assistance system will stop the vehicle.

Comfort and space in the cabin of the new Octavia

Claustrophobia is a phenomenon alien to the owners Octaviafor at least the last two generations. The latest incarnation is no exception, offering above-average space in the C-segment. The space in the second row is more than adequate, so adults feel comfortable there too. Of course, the trunks are reliable, so roomy that it's hard to believe that in a modern car you can find such a place for luggage. The liftback will fit 600 liters, the combi - 640 liters. To do this, we have several Simply Clever solutions in the form of folding rear seatbacks with buttons in the trunk, or curtains with a semi-locking function.

In the cabin new Skoda Octavia There are tricky "charms", the optional front sports seats are specially shaped for the comfort of further trips, they are covered with breathable Thermo Flux material. You can order a three-zone air conditioner, even such trifles as special pockets for a smartphone in the backs of the front seats have been taken care of.

Powerful engines

A feature of the Volkswagen concern is the use of a wide range of engines, especially in popular models. New Skoda Octavia. follows this tradition, giving you a huge choice. The 1.0 TSI, 1.5 TSI and 2.0 TSI petrol engines offer a power range from 110 to 190 hp. and of course can be ordered with a manual transmission or with a 7-speed DSG. There will be diesel units, 1.6 TDI and 2.0 TDI offer a power range from 115 to 200 hp. More powerful engines of both types will be able to drive both axles.

Skoda It remains committed to offering a sport suspension lowered by 15mm as an option, and if that proves not enough, an RS version will be available from next year. The same applies to the optional 15mm off-road suspension and the Scout version, which will also be available from next year.

New Octavia will be the second - after Superbie - Skoda model offered with a hybrid drive. The base hybrid with a 1.4 TSI engine will have a total output of 204 hp, but it is already known that the range will be expanded with a more powerful 245 hp variant. Both options will be mated to a 6-speed DSG transmission.

When will the new Skoda Octavia hit dealerships?

We don't know the exact release date yet. new octavia in Polish salons. In the Czech Republic, sales will start in December, and the start of sales can be expected at the beginning of next year. At the time of placing on the market new octavia will be available in Ambition and Style trims. Their price list is due to be made public in December. In the coming months, an Active version will be added to the offer, while the Scout model and a sporty variant with the traditional RS designation will be added to the range.