Skoda Octavia I Tour 1.8 T (150 Hp) Automatic


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 210 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1285 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.9 s). The top speed reaches 217 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) Automatic Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

The most powerful petrol option, offering strong acceleration and good highway cruising ability, though the automatic can slightly temper its sportiness.

Fuel Economy

Higher fuel consumption compared to other engines, especially with the automatic, making it less economical but more performance-oriented.

Best Use Case: Highway / Enthusiast

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:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Tour (facelift 2000): August, 2000 - December, 2010).

General:
Brand:Skoda
Model:Octavia
Generation:I Tour
Modification (Engine):1.8 T (150 Hp) Automatic
Start of production:December, 1997
End of production:July, 2000
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 more]
Torque:210 Nm @ 1750 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:AGU, ARZ, AUM More details about the engine AGU, ARZ, AUM
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:6.3 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:81 mm mm
Piston Stroke:86.4 mm mm
Compression ratio:9:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:12.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:6.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:9 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:9.9 sec
Maximum speed:217 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:8.6 kg/Hp, 116.7 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.1 kg/Nm, 163.4 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:9.4 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1285
Max. weight:1830
Max load:545
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1328 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:528 l
Fuel tank capacity:55 l
Size:
Length:4511 mm mm [4mm more]
Width:1731 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1429 mm mm [2mm less]
Wheelbase:2512 mm mm [12mm more]
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 gears4
Transmission typeAutomatic
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 size6J x 15
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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