Skoda Octavia I Tour 1.9 SDI (64 Hp)


Overall Rating

7.2 / 10
Safety 3.0 / 5
Engine 2.5 / 5
Value 4.5 / 5
Performance 3.5 / 5
Comfort 3.8 / 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 Tour Overview:

Skoda Octavia (I Tour). With 125 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7 l/100km). Weighing only 1295 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 19.2 s). The top speed reaches 150 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.

1.9 SDI (64 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 2 stars

Performance Verdict

Extremely sluggish, this engine is severely underpowered for anything beyond city driving. Acceleration is very slow, requiring patience.

Fuel Economy

Likely to be exceptionally economical, offering very low running costs due to its simple, non-turbo diesel design.

Best Use Case: City

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Exceptional boot space and practicality for its class.
  • • Robust and reliable VW Group mechanicals, especially the TDI engines.
  • • Excellent value for money on the used market.
  • • Wide range of efficient TDI diesel engines.
  • • Comfortable ride for long journeys.

Cons:

  • • Interior design is dated and utilitarian.
  • • Entry-level petrol engines are significantly underpowered.
  • • Some engines can be unrefined and noisy.
  • • Safety rating is average by modern standards.
  • • Lack of modern features and amenities.

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Skoda
Model:Octavia
Generation:I Tour
Modification (Engine):1.9 SDI (64 Hp)
Start of production:1996
End of production:2000
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:64 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power per litre:33.8 Hp/l
Torque:125 Nm @ 2200 rpm.
Engine displacement:1896
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Direct injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:79.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:95.5 mm mm
Compression ratio:19:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Diesel
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:4.3 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:19.2 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:19.2 sec
Maximum speed:150 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:20.2 kg/Hp, 49.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:10.4 kg/Nm, 96.5 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:18.2 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1295
Max. weight:1880
Max load:585
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1330 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:528 l
Fuel tank capacity:55 l
Size:
Length:4511 mm mm
Width:1730 mm mm
Height:1430 mm mm
Wheelbase:2512 mm mm
Front track:1516 mm
Rear (Back) track:1492 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size195/65 R15
Wheel rims size6J x 15
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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