Skoda Octavia

Skoda's new Octavia is now on sale in Australia, with the popular model now packing more safety kit at a lower or unchanged price.

24 Oct 24

What sub-$60,000 family sedan or wagon should you buy?

Max Davies

Want a family car but aren't keen on SUVs? Here's what the CarExpert team would choose for less than $60,000.

06 Oct 24

Every new Skoda launching in Australia over the next 12 months

Skoda Australia has detailed its product rollout for the coming year, headlined by big updates to some of its best-sellers and new EVs.

18 Sep 24

The mid-sized cars with the most boot space in Australia

Max Davies

There are plenty of sedans on offer in the medium car category, but wagons will give you the most space. Find out more here.

26 May 24

The medium-sized cars with the best fuel economy in Australia

Max Davies

There aren't a whole lot of cheap medium-sized cars on sale in Australia, but how do the available cars stack up for fuel economy?

24 May 24

What mid-sized car should you buy in 2024?

If you refuse to follow the crowd and buy an SUV, there are still a range of good mid-sized sedan, hatch and wagon options on offer in Australia.

05 May 24

Skoda Octavia and Superb recalled due to fire risk

Both the Skoda Octavia and Superb are affected by a brake master cylinder fault which can cause a vehicle fire.

20 Feb 24

2025 Skoda Octavia facelift unveiled, RS gets a power boost

Skoda’s updated Octavia is an exercise in evolution rather than revolution, with minor styling tweaks, upgraded tech, and a more powerful flagship.

15 Feb 24

2025 Skoda Octavia (almost) revealed

The Skoda Octavia is getting a facelift, with sharper styling up front. It's set to be revealed on February 14.

07 Feb 24

2024 Skoda Octavia facelift teased as reveal nears

Skoda's updated Octavia liftback and wagon range is set to be revealed in February, and the Czech brand has teased its updated exterior.

01 Feb 24

Skoda Australia plugs gap in Octavia range with spicier Sportline

There is now a third Skoda Octavia variant in Australia, bringing more features to the liftback and wagon at no additional cost.

25 Jan 24

When the updated Skoda Octavia will debut

Skoda is giving its family hatch and wagon a mid-life refresh, and it'll pull the covers off the updated Octavia in February.

03 Jan 24

Skoda details 2024 price changes for Australia

Almost the entire Skoda lineup has received a price rise for the 2024 model year. There have also been a number of specification adjustments.

03 Oct 23

2024 Skoda Octavia update imminent, spied

The 2024 Skoda Octavia has been spied testing in the Alps. The facelifted model is expected to debut early-mid next year.

16 Aug 23

Skoda spec lists return to normal as chip shortage eases

Skoda will reinstate blind-spot monitoring and rear cross traffic alert across all its models as standard as chip shortages soften.

19 Jul 23

Skoda supply gets a boost in Australia

Skoda Australia has recorded over 1000 vehicle arrivals in a month, which paves the way to strong supply of its entire model range.

30 May 23

Skoda: 7 years of free servicing on some in-stock models

Paul Maric

Skoda dealers have cars in stock, and cars coming into stock, ahead of the end of financial year.

26 Apr 23

Skoda Australia scuttles plans for mid-range Octavia

Skoda has axed plans for a 140TSI Sportline to slot into the middle of the local Octavia line-up.

17 Apr 23

Skoda Octavia, Kamiq, Karoq supply improves for 2023

Skoda Australia has confirmed it now has renewed supply of the Octavia, Kamiq, and Karoq. They're entering dealers and can be ordered now.

31 Mar 23

Glut of fresh product coming to Skoda showrooms in 2024

Skoda will launch its first electric vehicle in Australia next year with the Enyaq, with facelifted Scala, Kamiq and Octavia models also coming.

31 Mar 23

2023 Skoda Octavia price and specs

The Skoda Octavia is currently only available in two variants, 110TSI and RS. The entire range is $1000 more expensive for 2023 as well.

05 Mar 23

Skoda outlines future for Kodiaq, Superb, Octavia

Skoda has confirmed it'll launch new generations of the Superb and Kodiaq in 2023, along with a "modernised" Octavia in 2024.

31 Aug 22

Skoda Octavia, Superb and Kodiaq recalled

Skoda is recalling 158 vehicles across its 2022 Octavia, Superb and Kodiaq lines as there's the possibility of an engine bay fire.

28 Apr 22

Multiple Skoda models lose features, owners credited

Skoda Australia has confirmed a number of its vehicle have lost features due to semiconductor shortages, and says it's crediting owners for the missing features.

25 Feb 22

Skoda Australia increases prices

Skoda Australia has given a trio of its models price increases ranging from $1000 to $2000, though there have been no spec changes.

02 Feb 22

2022 Skoda Octavia price and specs

The 2022 Skoda Octavia has been priced for Australia, with more equipment at the bottom end of the range – but a price bump to go with it.

19 Oct 21

Skoda Octavia 140TSI will become a permanent model

The 2022 Skoda Octavia range will include a 140TSI variant as a full-time member, not a limited edition like the current model.

18 Oct 21

2021 Skoda Octavia price and specs

The 2021 Skoda Octavia range will soon expand to include a new 140TSI Limited Edition model, which comes loaded with standard equipment.

15 May 21

Podcast: Skoda Octavia RS, Nissan Leaf e+, Tucson Hybrid

The CarExpert team is back for another week of podcasting, looking at the topics that made car news over the past week.

03 May 21

Skoda Octavia RS: Wagon expected to dominate sales

Anthony Crawford

Skoda expects the most practical Octavia RS to be the most popular, even though the market is moving away from wagons.

30 Apr 21

2021 Skoda Octavia Sportline confirmed for Australia

The redesigned 2021 Skoda Octavia will be the next model from the Czech brand to get a sporty-looking Sportline model in Australia.

12 Apr 21

2021 Skoda Octavia 140TSI timing confirmed

Skoda is expanding its redesigned Octavia range with a mid-range 140TSI model it says could be the "sweet spot of the Octavia range".

11 Mar 21

VFACTS: Skoda starts 2021 with monthly sales record

A slew of new releases has seen Skoda post growth of nearly 67 per cent in January with 901 sales, with more new models in the pipeline.

03 Feb 21

Hold off buying your new hot hatch: These pocket rockets are coming soon

Mike Costello

Belt-up for the new Volkswagen Golf GTI, BMW 128ti, Skoda Octavia RS, Audi S3, Hyundai i20 N, Toyota GR Yaris Rallye, and updated versions of the Renault Megane R.S and Hyundai i30 N.

12 Oct 20

Five iconic greens of the car world

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05 Sep 20

Skoda Octavia RS wagon locked in for early 2021

Skoda will launch the Octavia range with a choice of lift back, wagon, or hotted-up RS wagon. Australia won't get the RS plug-in hybrid.

10 Jun 20

2021 Skoda Octavia Scout revealed, not confirmed for Australia

The adventure-focused Skoda Octavia Scout has returned for the nameplate's fourth generation. It's not confirmed for Australia... yet.

10 Jun 20

Skoda Octavia Range Guide

Which variant of the Skoda Octavia range is best for you?

The 2023 Skoda Octavia Style comes standard with the following:

18-inch alloy wheels
Space-saver spare wheel
Matrix LED headlights
LED fog lights with cornering function
LED tail lights
LED puddle lights
Rain-sensing window wipers
Privacy glass
Chrome window frame surrounds
Silver roof rails (wagon only)
Power tailgate with hands-free opening
Electric, heated and power-folding side mirrors
10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit digital instrument cluster
10.0-inch ‘Columbus’ infotainment system
Satellite navigation
Two USB-C ports
Wired and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Eight-speaker sound system
Wireless phone charger
Keyless entry and push-button start
Dual-zone climate control
LED ambient interior lighting
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Paddle shifters
Rear door window sunshades
Shift-by-wire gear selector
Electric park brake
Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
Fabric upholstery

The Octavia RS adds:

19-inch alloy wheels
Electronically locking limited-slip front differential
Sports suspension
Progressive steering
Black window surrounds
Dual exhaust tips
Gloss black exterior highlights
Auto-dimming driver’s side mirror
10 airbags
Blind-spot assist
Rear cross-traffic alert
Adaptive cruise control with stop & go
Lane Assist with Adaptive Lane Guidance
DAB+ digital radio
Five USB-C ports
Drive mode selector
Aluminium pedals
Fabric upholstery with red contrast stitching

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Skoda Octavia Colours

What colours are available for the Skoda Octavia?

Candy White is standard on the 110TSI Style and Mamba Green is standard on the RS. The following finishes are available for an extra $770:

Moon White metallic
Graphite Grey metallic
Magic Black pearl
Lava Blue metallic
Brilliant Silver metallic

Velvet Red Premium is a $1100 option.

How it Drives

Our expert take on Skoda Octavia drivability?

Power in the Skoda Octavia 110TSI comes from a 1.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine producing 110kW of power and 250Nm of torque.

Drive is sent through an eight-speed torque-converter automatic transmission to the front wheels only.

The range-topping Octavia RS is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine producing 180kW of power and 370Nm of torque.

It’s also front-wheel drive, but uses a seven-speed (wet) dual-clutch automatic transmission and has an electronically locking front differential.

Skoda Octavia Safety Rating

ANCAP Safety Rating Australia

The Skoda Octavia has a five-star ANCAP safety rating based on testing conducted by Euro NCAP in 2019.

It scored 92 per cent for adult occupant protection, 87 per cent for child occupant protection, 73 per cent for vulnerable road user protection, and 79 per cent for safety assist.

The 2023 Skoda Octavia range comes the following standard safety features:

Eight airbags
Autonomous emergency braking (AEB)
- Pedestrian detection
- Cyclist detection
Rear AEB
Lane-keep assist
Adaptive cruise control
Driver fatigue monitoring
Front and rear parking sensors
Reversing camera
Tyre pressure monitoring

Blind-spot assist and rear-cross traffic alert are available as a standalone $1250 option on the Style.

Optioning the Luxury Pack on the Style adds the following safety features:

Blind-spot assist with exit warning
Rear cross-traffic alert
Lane Assist with Adaptive Lane Guidance
Emergency Assist

Moving to the flagship RS adds the following safety features as standard:

10 airbags
Blind-spot assist with exit warning
Rear cross-traffic alert
Lane Assist with Adaptive Lane Guidance
Adaptive cruise control with stop & go
Traffic Jam Assist
Crew Protect Assist

overall

92%

adult occupants

87%

child occupants

73%

pedestrians & cyclists

79%

collision avoidance

View Full ANCAP Safety Report PDF

Skoda Octavia Options

Options list for the Skoda Octavia

The $5800 Luxury Pack on the Style adds the following:

Blind-spot assist with exit warning
Rear cross-traffic alert
Lane Assist with Adaptive Lane Guidance
Emergency assist
Auto-dimming driver’s side mirror
Tilting on reverse passenger’s side mirror
Tri-zone climate control
Leather-appointed upholstery
Heated front and rear seats
Power-adjustable front seats with lumbar and memory

The $2800 Tech Pack on the Style adds:

Dynamic Chassis Control
Drive mode selector
DAB+ digital radio
Tri-zone climate control
Five USB-C ports

The $7400 Tech and Luxury Pack on the Style combines the features in the above packs.

The $5400 Premium Pack adds the following on the RS:

Dynamic Chassis Control
Head-up display
Tri-zone climate control
Suedia/leather-appointed upholstery with red contrast stitching
Heated front and rear seats
Power-adjustable front seats with massage and memory functions
Memory side mirrors
Tilt on reverse passenger’s side mirror

Blind-spot assist and rear-cross traffic alert are available as a standalone $1250 optional extra on the Style.

A $1900 panoramic sunroof is also available on the wagon only.

Skoda Octavia Warranty

What is the warranty period and kilometre limit for the Skoda Octavia?

The Skoda Octavia, like the entire range, is covered by a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.

Logbook servicing is required every 12 months or 15,000km, whichever occurs first.

Skoda Australia currently offers a five- and seven-year service packages. It costs $1850 and $2800, respectively, for the regular Octavia and $2600 and $3400, respectively, for the Octavia RS.

Skoda Octavia Fuel Economy

How much fuel does the Skoda Octavia use and what are its emissions?

The Skoda Octavia 110TSI liftback uses a claimed 5.7L/100km on the combined cycle, and the wagon uses a claimed 5.9L/100km.

The Octavia RS uses a claimed 6.8L/100km across both body styles.

Style variants have a 45L fuel tank, whereas RS variants have a 50L fuel tank. Both require a minimum of 95 RON premium unleaded petrol.

Depending on the variant, view the 2024 SKODA OCTAVIA fuel usage below.

All Highway, City, and Combined figures below are litres per 100km

Variant	Series	Style	Fuel Type	Highway	City	Combined	E10?
SPORTLINE 110TSI	NX MY24	4D SEDAN	PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL	-	-	5.7	-
STYLE 110TSI	NX MY24 (PHASE 1)	4D SEDAN	PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL	-	-	5.7	-
STYLE 110TSI	NX MY24 (PHASE 1)	4D WAGON	PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL	-	-	5.8	-
SPORTLINE 110TSI	NX MY24	4D WAGON	PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL	-	-	5.8	-
RS 180TSI	NX MY24 (PHASE 1)	4D SEDAN	PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL	-	-	6.8	-
RS 180TSI	NX MY24 (PHASE 1)	4D WAGON	PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL	-	-	6.8	-

Skoda Octavia Dimensions

The dimensions of the Skoda Octavia

The 2023 Skoda Octavia measures in at 4689mm long, 1829mm wide and 1470mm tall in liftback guise, and 1468mm tall in wagon guise. All Octavia models have a 2686mm wheelbase.

Boot space with the rear seats upright is 600L in the liftback and 640L in the wagon, whereas with them folded down is 1555L and 1700L, respectively.

Depending on the variant, the 2024 SKODA OCTAVIA measures as below.

Variant	Series	Style	Length (mm)	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Wheelbase (mm)
SPORTLINE 110TSI	NX MY24	4D SEDAN	4689	1829	1470	2686
STYLE 110TSI	NX MY24 (PHASE 1)	4D SEDAN	4689	1829	1470	2686
STYLE 110TSI	NX MY24 (PHASE 1)	4D WAGON	4689	1829	1468	2686
SPORTLINE 110TSI	NX MY24	4D WAGON	4689	1829	1468	2686
RS 180TSI	NX MY24 (PHASE 1)	4D SEDAN	4702	1829	1457	2681
RS 180TSI	NX MY24 (PHASE 1)	4D WAGON	4702	1829	1455	2681

The 2024 SKODA OCTAVIA has a braked towing capacity from 1500kg to 1600kg depending on the variant and an unbraked towing capacity from 660kg to 750kg depending on the variant.

Skoda Octavia Market Fit

Where does it fit in the competitor segment?

The Skoda Octavia is categorised as a MEDIUM UP TO 60K and has a price range of $40,590 to $53,890.

Owner Reviews

Owner's reviews of the Skoda Octavia

2021 Skoda Octavia STYLE owner review

Scott C purchased this Skoda Octavia new with additional options for $46,600 (including all on-road costs). Scott C would buy this car again because: "It took some time to win us over, but after the infotainment gremlins were solved, the Skoda has become a stylish, practical and fuel efficient addition to our family. In some ways it is the spiritual successor to my first generation Honda Accord Euro Luxury – European flavour four-cylinder sedan with a nice chunky three-spoke steering wheel.

21 Feb 24

2016 Skoda Octavia RS 135 TDI owner review

Auto Detailing Ringwood purchased this Skoda Octavia used for $23,000 (including all on-road costs) in 2021. Auto Detailing Ringwood would buy this car again because: "Absolutely, and I most definitely will when I can! We are no strangers from the Volkswagen Group, this being our sixth Skoda and previously owning a couple Volkswagens.

26 Oct 23

2016 Skoda Octavia RS 162 TSI owner review

Michael L purchased this Skoda Octavia new for $39,000 (including all on-road costs). Michael L would buy this car again because: "The Skoda Octavia RS is an exceptional, sporty family wagon with real ability. It's just as comfortable lugging the family to sport or holidays as it is carving up a twisty country road, or surprising unsuspecting drivers at the traffic light drags."

21 May 23

2018 Skoda Octavia RS 245 owner review

Jeff C purchased this Skoda Octavia new with additional options for $55,000 (including all on-road costs). Jeff C would buy this car again because: "No, I wouldn't because I don't think today's offering of the same car and variant strikes the balance between price, performance and practicality as well as this 2018 model. I literally optioned it up with everything but without the sunroof."

02 Feb 23

2015 Skoda Octavia RS 162 TSI owner review