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Ambiente
1.9L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD
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Skoda Octavia Ambiente (2008) price & specs
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Overview
The 2008 Skoda Octavia Ambiente is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Skoda Octavia is regarded as a medium-sized car built in Czech Republic with prices starting at $29,990 before on-road costs.
This Skoda Octavia is powered by a 1.9L 4-cylinder engine that has 77 kW of power (at 4000 rpm) and 250 Nm of torque (at 1900 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission. Skoda claims the Octavia Ambiente uses 6.1L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 162g of CO2. It has a 55L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 902km per full tank
The Skoda Octavia measures 1462mm (57.6 inches) in height, 4572mm (180.0 inches) in length, 1769mm (69.6 inches) in width with a 2578mm (101.5 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1395kg (3075.4 lbs) of unladen weight. The Octavia Ambiente comes standard with 205/60 R15 front tyres and 205/60 R15 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2008 Skoda Octavia Ambiente has a 140mm ground clearance with a 1600kg braked and 650kg unbraked towing capacity.
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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
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 2 years
1 year
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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Dimensions
4,572 mm
1,769 mm
1,462 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,572 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,769 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,462 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,578 mm |
| Load Capacity | 585 mm |
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Explore Skoda Octavia Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 162
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 79.5
Engine (cc): 1896
Compression Ratio: 18.5
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.9
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 2
Stroke Engine: 95.5
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Pump Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Fuel Type: Diesel
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 39
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
Maximum Speed (km/h): 192
Maximum Speed (mph): 119
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 105
Maximum Power (kW): 77
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1900
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Type: Electric
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
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 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
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Pq35
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Full
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 50.1
Rear Seat Down (L): 1420
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 19.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 560
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.6
Front Track (mm): 1539
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 140
Overall Height (in): 57.6
Overall Height (mm): 1462
Overall Length (in): 180
Overall Length (mm): 4572
Overall Width (in): 69.6
Overall Width (mm): 1769
Rear Track (in): 60.2
Rear Track (mm): 1528
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 33.5
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10200
Wheelbase (in): 101.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2578
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.6
Front Headroom (mm): 981
Rear Headroom (in): 38
Rear Headroom (mm): 966
Front Hip Room (in): 55.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1415
Rear Hip Room (in): 56
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1423
Front Leg Room (in): 45.8
Front Leg Room (mm): 1164
Rear Leg Room (in): 34.8
Rear Leg Room (mm): 883
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1600
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3527
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 650
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1433
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1980
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4365
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1395
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3075
Antenna
Type: Roof
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Mechanical
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Doors: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Below Seat Storage
Location: Passenger
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Fixed
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Rear Outlet: yes
Ventilation System
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
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