New Skoda Octavia launched in Singapore

The new Octavia's launch took place last night at Skoda's showroom located along Leng Kee Road.

During the event, two Skoda Octavia models were revealed - the sedan and the Combi. Each model, in turn, will have two variants: the TSI and VRS. Each variant will be powered by either a 1.4 liter TSI or 2 liter TSI engine.

The turbocharged 1.4 liter TSI engine has an output of 122 hp @ 5,000 rpm and 200 Nm at 1,500 - 4,000 rpm. Power is directed to the front wheels via a 7-speed DSG gearbox with Tiptronic function. The powerplant conforms to the future Euro 5 emission standard, and has a combined fuel consumption rating of 6.3 liters/100 km.

Octavia VRS variants will be powered by the turbocharged 2 liter TSI engine, which produces 200 hp between 5,100 - 6,000 rpm and 280 Nm from 1,700 - 5,000 rpm. The 2 liter unit is paired with a 6-speed DSG gearbox, which is also equipped with Tiptronic function. The engine also conforms to Euro 5 emissions. Its combined fuel consumption rating is 7.7 liters/100 km.

[B]Special launch discount prices[/B]

The new Octavia 1.4 TSI retails for $86,800, while the Octavia Combi 1.4 lists for $88,800. The Octavia VRS 2.0 and Octavia VRS Combi 2.0 are priced at $109,800 and $111,800 respectively.

[I]All prices are subject to 4 COE bids (non-guaranteed).[/I]

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Credits: JRC