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2008 Skoda Octavia

New from

$29,990 excl. on-roads

Review Rating

Not Available

Safety Rating

Not Available

Warranty

3 year, unlimited km

Fuel Efficiency

5.7 - 8.5 L / 100km

About the Skoda Octavia

Last updated Sep 26, 2025

The new Skoda Octavia is a medium-sized car offered in both 5D Hatchback and 5D Station Wagon body styles. Available in Australia from $29,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Ambiente variant and topping out at $43,790 for the RS.

There are 5 variants of the Octavia available in Australia.

Engine options include 2L turbo petrol direct injection (147kW/280Nm), 2L turbo pump injection (125kW/350Nm), 2L petrol direct injection (110kW/200Nm), 1.8L turbo petrol direct injection (118kW/250Nm) and 1.9L turbo pump injection (77kW/250Nm). Available with 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.

The new 2008 Octavia is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

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Power to Weight

49.84 - 99.66 kW/t

49.84 kW/t

127.46 kW/t

Boot Space

560 - 580 litres

450 litres

603 litres

Fuel Efficiency

5.7 - 8.5 L/100km

5.7 L/100km

12.4 L/100km

Price

$29,990 - $43,790

$27,990

$67,990

Warranty (Years)

3 years

Warranty (Distance)

Unlimited

100,000 km

Unlimited

Years on Sale

New this year - 4 years

2 years

Towing & Off-Road Capability

Gross Vehicle Weight

1,940 - 2,190 kg

1,940 kg

2,190 kg

Braked Towing Capacity

1,300 - 1,700 kg

1,200 kg

2,200 kg

Ground Clearance Unladen

128 - 180 mm

103 mm

180 mm

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2008 Skoda Octavia Price

Ambiente

Configuration	Price From*
1.9L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD	$29,990
1.9L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD	$32,290
1.9L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD	$31,990
1.9L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD	$34,290

Base

Configuration	Price From*
1.9L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Diesel, 4x4	$35,490

RS

Configuration	Price From*
2L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD	$37,490
2L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD	$39,490
2L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD	$39,490
2L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD	$41,490
2L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD	$41,790
2L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD	$43,790

Elegance

Configuration	Price From*
2L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Diesel, FWD	$37,790
2L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Diesel, FWD	$35,790
2L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Diesel, FWD	$33,490
2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, FWD	$33,290
1.8L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, FWD	$30,990
2L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Diesel, FWD	$35,490
2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, FWD	$35,290
1.8L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, FWD	$32,990
2L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Diesel, 4x4	$38,990

Scout

Configuration	Price From*
2L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Diesel, 4x4	$39,990

*excl. on-roads

All Skoda Octavia Pricing

Year	Price From*	Price To*
2025	$39,590	$59,990
2024	$40,590	$53,890
2023	$38,990	$53,090
2022	$31,690	$51,590
2021	$30,390	$49,090

*excl. on-roads

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2008 Skoda Octavia Specs

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Ambiente

Audio
- Antenna Type: Roof
- Number Of Speakers: 4
- Remote Control Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
- System Cd Player Reads Mp3
- System In-dash Cd
- System Radio Type: Am/fm
Body exterior
- Body Type: Hatchback
- Driver Location: Rhd
- Local Body Type: Hatchback
- Local Number Of Doors: 5
- Non-corrosive Body Location: Full
- Non-corrosive Body Type: Galvanised
- Number Of Doors: 5
- Platform Code: Pq35
Brakes
- Abs Four-wheel Location: 4-wheel
- Number Of Disc Brakes: 4
- Number Of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Bumpers
- Front Colour: Painted
- Front Location: Front
- Rear Colour: Painted
- Rear Location: Rear
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 55.2
Cargo area
- Cover Rear Parcel Shelf Type: Rigid
- Load Restraint Type: Hooks
Convenience
- Cigar Lighter Front Seat Location: Front Seats
- Driver Vanity Mirror Location: Driver
- Navigational Systems Controls: Knobs/touch Buttons
- Navigational Systems Display Type: Colour
- Navigational Systems Information Type: Full Map And Voice
- Parking Distance System Front Location: Front
- Parking Distance System Front Type: Sensor
- Parking Distance System Rear Location: Rear
- Parking Distance System Rear Type: Sensor
- Passenger Vanity Mirror Location: Passenger
- Power Outlet Front Location (12v): Front
- Reading Lights Front Location: Front
- Remote Trunk Hatch Release Operation: Mechanical
Dimensions
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down (l): 1420
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window (l): 560
- External Dimensions Wall To Wall Turning Circle (ft): 33.5
- Front Headroom (mm): 981
- Front Hip Room (mm): 1415
- Front Leg Room (mm): 1164
- Front Track (mm): 1539
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 140
- Interior Dimensions Headroom Front (in): 38.6
- Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear (in): 38
- Interior Dimensions Hip Room Front (in): 55.7
- Interior Dimensions Hip Room Rear (in): 56
- Interior Dimensions Leg Room Front (in): 45.8
- Interior Dimensions Leg Room Rear (in): 34.8
- Overall Height (mm): 1462
- Overall Length (mm): 4572
- Overall Width (mm): 1769
- Rear Headroom (mm): 966
- Rear Hip Room (mm): 1423
- Rear Leg Room (mm): 883
- Rear Track (mm): 1528
- Wall To Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10200
- Wheelbase (mm): 2578
Doors
- Driver Door Location: Driver
- Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
- Passenger Door Location: Passenger
- Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
- Rear Door Type: Lifting Gate
- Rear Driver Door Location: Rear Driver
- Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
- Rear Passenger Door Location: Rear Passenger
- Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Pump Injection
- Fuel Tank Main Capacity (l): 55
- Fuel Tanks Main Fuel Type: Diesel
- Fuel Tanks Main Type: Total
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Instrumentation
- Computer Average Fuel Consumption
- Computer Average Speed
- Computer Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
- Computer Range For Remaining Fuel
Interior trim
- Luxury Trim On Doors: Alloy Look
- Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Lights
- Headlight Control Internal Height Adjustment
- Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Halogen
- Headlights Lens Type: Complex Surface
Locks
- Anti-theft Protection Peripheral
- Anti-theft Protection Remote Operation
- Power Locks Includes Power Windows
- Power Locks Includes Trunk Hatch
- Power Locks Operation: Remote
Paint
- Type: Gloss
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 6.1
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 6.1
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 11.8
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 192
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 119
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 105
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 77
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 250
- Power Measurement Standard: Eec
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1900
Roof
- Front Sunroof Location: Front
- Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
- Front Sunroof Sliding
- Front Sunroof Sunshade
- Front Sunroof Tilting
- Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Safety
- Front Airbag Driver Location: Driver
- Front Airbag Passenger Location: Passenger
- Front Seat Belts Driver Height Adjustable
- Front Seat Belts Driver Operation: Reel
- Front Seat Belts Driver Pre Tensioners
- Front Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
- Front Seat Belts Driver Type: 3-point
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Height Adjustable
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Operation: Reel
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Pre Tensioners
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Type: 3-point
- Head Restraints Front Seats Active
- Head Restraints Front Seats Height Adjustable
- Head Restraints Front Seats Location: Front Seats
- Head Restraints Front Seats Number: 2
- Head Restraints Rear Seats Height Adjustable
- Head Restraints Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
- Head Restraints Rear Seats Number: 3
- Rear Seat Belts Center Operation: Reel
- Rear Seat Belts Center Seat Position: Centre
- Rear Seat Belts Center Type: 3-point
- Rear Seat Belts Driver Operation: Reel
- Rear Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
- Rear Seat Belts Driver Type: 3-point
- Rear Seat Belts Passenger Operation: Reel
- Rear Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
- Rear Seat Belts Passenger Type: 3-point
- Side Airbag Front Location: Front
- Side Curtain Airbag Front And Rear Location: Front And Rear
Service
- Intermediate Service Distance (km): 15000
Steering
- Power Steering Type: Electric
- Power Steering Vehicle Speed Proportional
- Steering Wheel Height Adjustment
- Steering Wheel Multi Function
- Steering Wheel Telescopic Adjustment
- Steering Wheel Type: Plastic
Storage
- Below Seat Storage Passenger Location: Passenger
- Cup Holders Front Seats Location: Front Seats
- Cup Holders Front Seats Type: Fixed
- Refrigerated Storage Compartment Centre Console Location: Centre Console
- Refrigerated Storage Compartment Centre Console Type: By Air Conditioning Vent
- Refrigerated Storage Glove Compartment Location: Glove Compartment
- Refrigerated Storage Glove Compartment Type: By Air Conditioning Vent
- Seat Back Storage Front Location: Front
Suspension
- Alternate Suspension Type: Sport
- Suspension Front Location: Front
- Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil
- Suspension Front Stabilizer Bar
- Suspension Front Type: Strut
- Suspension Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
- Suspension Rear Location: Rear
- Suspension Rear Spring Type: Coil
- Suspension Rear Stabilizer Bar
- Suspension Rear Type: Multi-link
- Suspension Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-independent
Ventilation
- Aircon Rear Outlet
- Fully Automated Climate Control
- Ventilation System Micro Filter
Visibility
- Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Driver
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
- Front Electric Windows: Front
- Headlight Cleaners Type: High Pressure
- Heated Driver Door Mirrors/cameras
- Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras
- Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
- Number Of Front Express Power Windows: 2
- Number Of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
- Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Passenger
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
- Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Warranty
- Anti-corrosion Distance (km): Unlimited
- Anti-corrosion Duration (months): 144
- Paint Distance (km): Unlimited
- Paint Distance (mile): Unlimited
- Paint Duration (months): 36
- Roadside Assistance Distance (km): Unlimited
- Roadside Assistance Duration (months): 36
- Total Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
- Total Powertrain Duration (months): 36
- Total Whole Vehicle Distance (km): Unlimited
- Total Whole Vehicle Duration (months): 36
Weights
- Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1600
- Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 650
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1980
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1395
Wheels
- Front Wheels Location: Front
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 15
- Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 6.5
- Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
- Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
- Front Wheels Tire Location: Front
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
- Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
- Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
- Rear Wheels Location: Rear
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 15
- Rear Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 6.5
- Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
- Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
- Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
- Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
- Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205

Base

Adds to Ambiente:

Body exterior
- Body Type: Station Wagon
- Local Body Type: Station Wagon
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 49.84
Cargo area
- Cover Rear Parcel Shelf Type: Flexible
Convenience
- Power Outlet Boot Cargo Location (12v): Boot/cargo
Dimensions
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down (l): 1620
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window (l): 580
- External Dimensions Wall To Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.6
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 138
- Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear (in): 38.7
- Overall Height (mm): 1488
- Rear Headroom (mm): 984
- Wall To Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10850
Fuel
- Fuel Tank Main Capacity (l): 60
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 6.2
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 6.2
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 12.9
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 181
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 112
Visibility
- Rear View Window Wipers: Intermittent
Weights
- Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1700
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2130
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1545

Removes from Ambiente:

Body exterior
- Body Type: Hatchback
- Local Body Type: Hatchback
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 55.2
Cargo area
- Cover Rear Parcel Shelf Type: Rigid
Dimensions
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down (l): 1420
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window (l): 560
- External Dimensions Wall To Wall Turning Circle (ft): 33.5
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 140
- Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear (in): 38
- Overall Height (mm): 1462
- Rear Headroom (mm): 966
- Wall To Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10200
Fuel
- Fuel Tank Main Capacity (l): 55
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 6.1
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 6.1
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 11.8
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 192
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 119
Suspension
- Alternate Suspension Type: Sport
Weights
- Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1600
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1980
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1395

Adds to Base:

Audio
- Disc Player Dashboard Capacity: 6
- Disc Player Dashboard Location: Dashboard
- Number Of Speakers: 8
- System Disc Autochanger
- System Disc Autochanger Capacity: 6
Body exterior
- Body Type: Hatchback
- Local Body Type: Hatchback
- Trunk/hatch Spoiler Location: Boot/hatch
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 99.66
Cargo area
- Cover Rear Parcel Shelf Type: Rigid
Convenience
- Reading Lights Rear Location: Rear
- Remote Trunk Hatch Release Operation: Electric
Dimensions
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down (l): 1420
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window (l): 560
- External Dimensions Wall To Wall Turning Circle (ft): 33.5
- Front Track (mm): 1526
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 128
- Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear (in): 38
- Overall Height (mm): 1447
- Overall Length (mm): 4578
- Rear Headroom (mm): 966
- Rear Track (mm): 1514
- Wall To Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10200
- Wheelbase (mm): 2557
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
- Fuel Tank Main Capacity (l): 55
- Fuel Tanks Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
- Fuel Type Octane Number: 98
- Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Interior trim
- Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Lights
- Headlight Control Dusk Sensor
- Headlights Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Locks
- Anti-theft Protection Interior Monitoring
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 8.1
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 8.1
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 7.3
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 240
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 149
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 200
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 147
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 280
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5100
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1800
Steering
- Power Steering Type: Electro-hydraulic
- Steering Wheel Type: Leather Covered
Storage
- Cup Holders Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Suspension
- Alternate Suspension Type: Sport
Ventilation
- Climate Control - Number Of Zones: 2
- Secondary Ventilation Controls Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
- Ventilation System Digital Display
Visibility
- Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers
- Rear View Mirror/camera Auto Dimming
Weights
- Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1600
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1940
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1475
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.5
- Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 92
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
- Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.5
- Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 92
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
- Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225

Removes from Base:

Audio
- Number Of Speakers: 4
- Remote Control Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
- System In-dash Cd
Body exterior
- Body Type: Station Wagon
- Local Body Type: Station Wagon
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 49.84
Cargo area
- Cover Rear Parcel Shelf Type: Flexible
Convenience
- Power Outlet Boot Cargo Location (12v): Boot/cargo
- Remote Trunk Hatch Release Operation: Mechanical
Dimensions
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down (l): 1620
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window (l): 580
- External Dimensions Wall To Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.6
- Front Track (mm): 1539
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 138
- Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear (in): 38.7
- Overall Height (mm): 1488
- Overall Length (mm): 4572
- Rear Headroom (mm): 984
- Rear Track (mm): 1528
- Wall To Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10850
- Wheelbase (mm): 2578
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Pump Injection
- Fuel Tank Main Capacity (l): 60
- Fuel Tanks Main Fuel Type: Diesel
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Lights
- Headlights Lens Type: Complex Surface
Locks
- Anti-theft Protection Remote Operation
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 6.2
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 6.2
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 12.9
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 181
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 112
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 105
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 77
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 250
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1900
Steering
- Power Steering Type: Electric
- Steering Wheel Multi Function
- Steering Wheel Type: Plastic
Visibility
- Rear View Window Wipers: Intermittent
Weights
- Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1700
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2130
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1545
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 15
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 6.5
- Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
- Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 15
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 6.5
- Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
- Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205

Elegance

Adds to RS:

Audio
- Remote Control Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Body exterior
- Body Type: Station Wagon
- Local Body Type: Station Wagon
- Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 72.28
Convenience
- Number Of Memorized Adjustment Settings: 4
- Number Of Memorized Driver Seat Positions: 4
- Power Outlet Boot Cargo Location (12v): Boot/cargo
- Remote Trunk Hatch Release Operation: Mechanical
Dimensions
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down (l): 1620
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window (l): 580
- Front Track (mm): 1539
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 140
- Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear (in): 38.7
- Overall Height (mm): 1462
- Overall Length (mm): 4572
- Rear Headroom (mm): 984
- Rear Track (mm): 1528
- Wheelbase (mm): 2578
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Pump Injection
- Fuel Tanks Main Fuel Type: Diesel
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Lights
- Headlights Lens Type: Complex Surface
Locks
- Anti-theft Protection Remote Operation
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 6.4
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 6.4
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 9.6
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 209
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 130
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 140
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 103
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 320
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
Steering
- Power Steering Type: Electric
- Steering Wheel Multi Function
- Steering Wheel Type: Plastic
Visibility
- Rear View Window Wipers: Intermittent
Weights
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2010
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1425
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 16
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 6.5
- Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
- Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 16
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 6.5
- Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
- Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205

Removes from RS:

Body exterior
- Body Type: Hatchback
- Local Body Type: Hatchback
- Trunk/hatch Spoiler Location: Boot/hatch
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 99.66
Convenience
- Reading Lights Rear Location: Rear
- Remote Trunk Hatch Release Operation: Electric
Dimensions
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down (l): 1420
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window (l): 560
- Front Track (mm): 1526
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 128
- Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear (in): 38
- Overall Height (mm): 1447
- Overall Length (mm): 4578
- Rear Headroom (mm): 966
- Rear Track (mm): 1514
- Wheelbase (mm): 2557
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
- Fuel Tanks Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
- Fuel Type Octane Number: 98
- Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Interior trim
- Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Lights
- Headlights Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Locks
- Anti-theft Protection Interior Monitoring
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 8.1
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 8.1
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 7.3
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 240
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 149
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 200
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 147
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 280
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5100
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1800
Steering
- Power Steering Type: Electro-hydraulic
- Steering Wheel Type: Leather Covered
Storage
- Cup Holders Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Visibility
- Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers
- Rear View Mirror/camera Auto Dimming
Weights
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1940
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1475
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.5
- Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 92
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
- Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.5
- Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 92
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
- Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225

Scout

Adds to Elegance:

Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 61.38
Cargo area
- Cover Rear Parcel Shelf Type: Flexible
- Load Restraint Type: Net
Convenience
- Navigational Systems Controls: Touch Screen
- Navigational Systems Data Feed: Internal Memory/hd
- Navigational Systems Information Type: 3d And Voice
Dimensions
- Front Track (mm): 1533
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 180
- Overall Height (mm): 1533
- Overall Length (mm): 4581
- Overall Width (mm): 1784
- Rear Track (mm): 1522
Fuel
- Fuel Tank Main Capacity (l): 60
Interior trim
- Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 6.6
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 6.6
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 10.2
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 197
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 122
Steering
- Power Steering Type: Electro-hydraulic
- Steering Wheel Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
- Alternate Suspension Type: High
Visibility
- Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers
- Rear View Mirror/camera Auto Dimming
Weights
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1678
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225

Removes from Elegance:

Body exterior
- Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 72.28
Cargo area
- Cover Rear Parcel Shelf Type: Rigid
- Load Restraint Type: Hooks
Convenience
- Cigar Lighter Front Seat Location: Front Seats
- Navigational Systems Controls: Knobs/touch Buttons
- Navigational Systems Information Type: Full Map And Voice
- Remote Trunk Hatch Release Operation: Mechanical
Dimensions
- External Dimensions Wall To Wall Turning Circle (ft): 33.5
- Front Track (mm): 1539
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 140
- Overall Height (mm): 1462
- Overall Length (mm): 4572
- Overall Width (mm): 1769
- Rear Track (mm): 1528
- Wall To Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10200
Fuel
- Fuel Tank Main Capacity (l): 55
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 6.4
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 6.4
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 9.6
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 209
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 130
Steering
- Power Steering Type: Electric
- Steering Wheel Type: Plastic
Suspension
- Alternate Suspension Type: Sport
Weights
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2010
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1425
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 16
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 6.5
- Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
- Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 16
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 6.5
- Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
- Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205

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2008 Skoda Octavia Dimensions

1488mm

1769mm

4572mm

The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

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2008 Skoda Octavia Towing Capacity

Year	Braked Capacity from	Braked Capacity to
2025	1500Kg	1600Kg
2024	1500Kg	1600Kg
2023	1500Kg	1600Kg
2022	1500Kg	1600Kg
2021	1500Kg	1600Kg

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2008 Skoda Octavia Fuel Economy

There are 12 different fuel economy figures for the Skoda Octavia

The most fuel efficient Skoda Octavia is the Elegance with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 2L Turbo Pump Injection and uses 5.7L of Diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.

The Skoda Octavia that uses the most amount of fuel is the Elegance with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2L Petrol Direct Injection and uses 8.5L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.

Below is a table of all the Skoda Octavia variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.

Skoda Octavia	Fuel Type	Combined
1.9L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD	Diesel	6.1 L/100km
1.9L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD	Diesel	6.3 L/100km

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2008 Skoda Octavia Warranty

What is the warranty on a Skoda Octavia?

The Skoda Octavia offers a 3 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.