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Skoda Octavia I Combi Tour (facelift 2000) 1.6 (102 Hp)
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 Combi Tour (facelift 2000) Overview:
Skoda Octavia (I Combi Tour (facelift 2000)). With 148 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.9 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 11.9 s). The top speed reaches 190 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.
1.6 (102 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A well-balanced entry-level petrol engine, providing sufficient power for city driving and comfortable cruising, though it can feel strained when fully loaded.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for a naturally aspirated petrol engine of its size, making it a sensible choice for mixed driving.
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): | 1.6 (102 Hp) |
| Start of production: | August, 2000 |
| End of production: | December, 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 102 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 63.9 Hp/l [2mm more] |
| Torque: | 148 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AVU, BFQ More details about the engine AVU, BFQ |
| Engine displacement: | 1595 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.7 kg/Hp, 78.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.8 kg/Nm, 114.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1295 |
| Max. weight: | 1805 |
| Max load: | 510 |
| 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: | 2500 mm mm [12mm less] |
| Front track: | 1513 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1494 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 | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/80 R14 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Several levers and rods |
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