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Skoda Octavia I Tour (facelift 2000) 1.8 T (150 Hp) 4x4
Overall Rating
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 Tour (facelift 2000) Overview:
Skoda Octavia (I Tour (facelift 2000)). With 210 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~12 l/100km). With a weight of 1375 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.1 s). The top speed reaches 211 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 T (150 Hp) 4x4 Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Lively performance with strong acceleration, enhanced by the added traction of the 4x4 system.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is higher due to the turbo and 4x4, but acceptable for the performance offered.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent value for money with VW Group underpinnings
- • Generous boot space and practical hatchback design
- • Good range of reliable and efficient engines
- • Solid build quality and comfortable ride
- • Strong reliability record
Cons:
- • Interior plastics can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Base engines (1.4L) can feel underpowered on highways
- • Design is functional rather than exciting
- • Rear suspension on some FWD models could be basic
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Combi Tour: August, 1997 - July, 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Skoda |
| Model: | Octavia |
| Generation: | I 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: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 5700 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 84.2 Hp/l [4mm less] |
| 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: | 12 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 211 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.2 kg/Hp, 109.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 152.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1375 |
| Max. weight: | 1930 |
| Max load: | 555 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1228 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 428 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4507 mm mm [4mm less] |
| Width: | 1731 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1455 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2520 mm mm [8mm more] |
| Front track: | 1516 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1487 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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