Skoda Octavia I Combi Tour (facelift 2000) 1.9 TDI (100 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 240 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1475 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 13.4 s). The top speed reaches 184 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.

1.9 TDI (100 Hp) 4x4 Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

Offers strong low-end torque characteristic of the 1.9 TDI, making it feel robust, though acceleration is moderate due to the 4x4 system's weight.

Fuel Economy

Excellent fuel economy for an all-wheel-drive estate, making it a cost-effective choice for long-distance travel.

Best Use Case: Highway cruising, long commutes, light off-road, and all-weather conditions.

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):1.9 TDI (100 Hp) 4x4
Start of production:August, 2000
End of production:January, 2006
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Station wagon (estate)
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:100 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:52.7 Hp/l [2mm more]
Torque:240 Nm @ 1800 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:ATD More details about the engine ATD
Engine displacement:1896
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Pump-nozzle (Unit Injector)
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:4.3 l
Coolant:5 l
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) - combined:6.2 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:13.4 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:13.4 sec
Maximum speed:184 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:14.8 kg/Hp, 67.8 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.1 kg/Nm, 162.7 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:12.7 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1475
Max. weight:1950
Max load:475
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1412 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:448 l
Fuel tank capacity:65 l
Size:
Length:4513 mm mm [2mm more]
Width:1731 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1481 mm mm [24mm more]
Wheelbase:2518 mm mm [6mm more]
Front track:1516 mm
Rear (Back) track:1487 mm
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears6
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 size15
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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