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Skoda Octavia II (facelift 2009) 1.6 MPI (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)
II (facelift 2009) Overview:
Skoda Octavia (II (facelift 2009)). With 148 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10 l/100km). With a weight of 1310 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.3 s). The top speed reaches 190 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.
1.6 MPI (102 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Basic performance, suitable for city driving but feels underpowered on the open road, requiring frequent gear changes.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel consumption for a naturally aspirated petrol, not as efficient as modern TSI or TDI units.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior and massive boot, offering exceptional practicality
- • Wide range of efficient and capable engines, particularly the TDI and TSI units
- • Solid build quality and robust engineering inherited from the Volkswagen Group
- • Excellent value for money compared to its direct competitors
- • Comfortable ride quality on most non-RS models, suitable for long journeys
Cons:
- • Interior design can be conservative and somewhat bland for some tastes
- • Some entry-level MPI engines are underpowered and less fuel-efficient
- • Ride can be firm on RS models, compromising comfort on rougher roads
- • Older automatic transmissions (Tiptronic) are less refined than the DSG units
- • Certain diesel engines (e.g., 1.9 TDI) can be noisy and less refined than modern counterparts
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Scout: 2006 - 2008).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Skoda |
| Model: | Octavia |
| Generation: | II (facelift 2009) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 MPI (102 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2009 |
| End of production: | June, 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 102 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 63.9 Hp/l [3mm less] |
| Torque: | 148 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | BSE, BSF, CMXA More details about the engine BSE, BSF, CMXA |
| 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 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 7.7 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: | 10 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.8 kg/Hp, 77.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.9 kg/Nm, 113 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1310 |
| Max. weight: | 1895 |
| Max load: | 585 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1350 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 560 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4569 mm mm [3mm less] |
| Width: | 1769 mm mm [10mm less] |
| Height: | 1462 mm mm [22mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2578 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1541 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1514 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.2 m [above average] |
| 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 | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
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