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Skoda Octavia I Tour (facelift 2000) 1.8 T (180 Hp)
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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 235 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1325 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.9 s). The top speed reaches 235 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 (180 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Excellent acceleration and strong power delivery, providing a genuinely sporty driving experience.
Fuel Economy
Good balance of performance and economy for a turbocharged petrol engine.
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: December, 1997 - July, 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Skoda |
| Model: | Octavia |
| Generation: | I Tour (facelift 2000) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 T (180 Hp) |
| Start of production: | December, 2000 |
| End of production: | January, 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 180 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 101.1 Hp/l [4mm less] |
| Torque: | 235 Nm @ 1950 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AUQ More details about the engine AUQ |
| 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 |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| 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: | 10.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 235 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.4 kg/Hp, 135.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.6 kg/Nm, 177.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1325 |
| Max. weight: | 1845 |
| Max load: | 520 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1328 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 528 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4507 mm mm [4mm less] |
| Width: | 1731 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1413 mm mm [44mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2508 mm mm [4mm less] |
| Front track: | 1500 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1487 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Several levers and rods |
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