Skoda Octavia I Combi Tour (facelift 2000) 1.8 T (150 Hp) 4x4


Overall Rating

7.3 / 10
Safety 3.0 / 5
Engine 3.0 / 5
Value 4.5 / 5
Performance 3.7 / 5
Comfort 3.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Skoda Octavia:

The Škoda Octavia is a small family car produced by the Czech car manufacturer Škoda Auto since the end of 1996. It shares its name with an earlier model produced between 1959 and 1971. Four generations of the modern-era Octavia model have been introduced to date, delivered with five-door liftback or five-door estate styles only. The car is front engined and both front- or four-wheel drive are offered. Around five million units have been sold in its two decades of presence on the market. The Octavia is Škoda's most popular model; about 40% of all newly manufactured Škoda cars are Octavias....(Read more on Wikipedia)

I Combi Tour (facelift 2000) Overview:

Skoda Octavia (I Combi Tour (facelift 2000)). With 210 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1275 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.3 s). The top speed reaches 211 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

1.8 T (150 Hp) 4x4 Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

A strong performer with good acceleration and responsive power delivery, enhanced by the turbocharger. The 4x4 system ensures excellent traction in all conditions.

Fuel Economy

Fuel economy will be a compromise for the performance and all-wheel-drive capability, likely moderate to high depending on driving style.

Best Use Case: Spirited driving, highway travel, and all-weather performance where traction is paramount.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Excellent practicality and cargo space for an estate.
  • • Wide range of engines, particularly strong TDI options.
  • • Robust build quality derived from VW Group platform.
  • • Exceptional value for money, especially on the used market.
  • • Reliable and durable, with many examples still on the road.

Cons:

  • • Interior design can feel dated compared to newer rivals.
  • • Some entry-level engines are underpowered for the estate body.
  • • Ride comfort can be firm on certain road surfaces.
  • • Not the most exciting or stylish design.
  • • Euro NCAP safety rating is only average for its time.

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Combi Tour: August, 1997 - July, 2000).

General:
Brand:Skoda
Model:Octavia
Generation:I Combi Tour (facelift 2000)
Modification (Engine):1.8 T (150 Hp) 4x4
Start of production:August, 2000
End of production:May, 2006
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Station wagon (estate)
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:150 Hp @ 5700 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:84.2 Hp/l [2mm more]
Torque:210 Nm @ 1750 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:ARX More details about the engine ARX
Engine displacement:1781
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:5
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger
Engine oil capacity:4.5 l
Coolant:6.8 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:81 mm mm
Piston Stroke:86.4 mm mm
Compression ratio:9.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:10.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:6.2 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:9.3 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:9.3 sec
Maximum speed:211 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:8.5 kg/Hp, 117.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.1 kg/Nm, 164.7 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:8.8 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1275
Max. weight:1865
Max load:590
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1512 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:548 l
Fuel tank capacity:55 l
Size:
Length:4513 mm mm [2mm more]
Width:1731 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1457 mm mm [Same height.]
Wheelbase:2512 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1513 mm
Rear (Back) track:1494 mm
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size195/65 R15
Wheel rims size6.5J X 15
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionSeveral levers and rods

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