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2L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Diesel, FWD
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Skoda Octavia RS (2008) price & specs
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Overview
The 2008 Skoda Octavia RS is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Station Wagon 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 $41,490 before on-road costs.
This Skoda Octavia is powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine that has 125 kW of power (at 4200 rpm) and 350 Nm of torque (at 1750 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Skoda claims the Octavia RS uses 5.9L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 155g of CO2. It has a 55L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 932km per full tank
The Skoda Octavia measures 1447mm (57.0 inches) in height, 4578mm (180.2 inches) in length, 1769mm (69.6 inches) in width with a 2557mm (100.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1553kg (3423.8 lbs) of unladen weight. The Octavia RS comes standard with 225/40 R18 front tyres and 225/40 R18 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2008 Skoda Octavia RS has a 128mm ground clearance with a 1300kg 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
4,578 mm
1,769 mm
1,447 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,578 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,769 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,447 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,557 mm |
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Explore Skoda Octavia Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 155
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 81
Engine (cc): 1968
Compression Ratio: 18
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 95.5
Valve Gear Type: Double 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): 5.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 40
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.9
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.5
Maximum Speed (km/h): 224
Maximum Speed (mph): 139
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 170
Maximum Power (kW): 125
Maximum Torque (Nm): 350
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
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: Electro-Hydraulic
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
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: 92
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 92
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Style
Body Type: Station Wagon
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Station Wagon
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): 57.2
Rear Seat Down (L): 1620
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 20.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 580
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.3
Front Track (mm): 1531
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 128
Overall Height (in): 57
Overall Height (mm): 1447
Overall Length (in): 180.2
Overall Length (mm): 4578
Overall Width (in): 69.6
Overall Width (mm): 1769
Rear Track (in): 59.8
Rear Track (mm): 1520
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 33.5
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10200
Wheelbase (in): 100.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2557
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.6
Front Headroom (mm): 981
Rear Headroom (in): 38.7
Rear Headroom (mm): 984
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
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
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
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1300
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2866
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 650
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1433
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1553
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3424
Antenna
Type: Roof
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
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): Boot/Cargo
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Electric
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
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 Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
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
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Rear Outlet: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: 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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