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Skoda Octavia 1

The initial iteration of the Skoda Octavia, housed in the 1U chassis, underwent production at the Czech Republic factory from 1996 to 2010, enjoying widespread distribution globally. It utilized the PQ34 platform, akin to the fourth-generation Golf and the inaugural Audi A3. The Octavia lineage further encompasses the 1Z (2004 - 2013), 5E (2012 - 2020), and NX (2019 - present) models.

The car was equipped with engines:

Skoda Octavia 1

Common Features
Engine Power90 HP
Torque210 NM
Acceleration to 100 km/h13.5 seconds
Max speed181 km/h
Combustion in the city5.8 liters
On-road fuel consumption3.8 liters
Mixed expenditure4.9 liters
Fuel tank capacity55 liters
Equipment weight1285 kg
Full weight1830 kg
Load545 kg
Trunk volume528 (1328) liters
Common dimensions
Outer length4511 mm
Width1731 (1984) mm
Height1429 mm
Vehicle Axle2512 mm
Front axle offset914 mm
Rear overhang1085 mm
Front wheel tracks1516 mm
Rear wheel track1492 mm
Height140 mm
Min. turning radius5.4 m
Number of doors | seats5 | 5
Tire size195/65 R15

Overview and Common Failures

Before the facelift, liftback and estate versions of the model were sold from 1996 to 2000.

Three petrol engines and a pair of diesel power units were offered:

FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE VERSIONS

PETROL MODIFICATIONS:

  • 1.6 liters AEE 75 hp, 135 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission MQ200
  • 1.6 liters AEH 100 hp, 145 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission MQ200
  • 1.6 liters AEH 100 hp, 145 Nm and 4-speed automatic transmission 01M
  • 1.8 liters AGN 125 hp, 170 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission MQ250
  • 1.8 liters AGN 125 hp, 170 Nm and 4-speed automatic transmission 01M

DIESEL MODIFICATIONS:

  • 1.9 liters AGP 68 hp, 133 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission MQ200
  • 1.9 liters AGR 90 hp, 210 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission MQ250
  • 1.9 liters AGR 90 hp, 210 Nm and 4-speed automatic transmission 01M

The facelifted version in the same body types debuted in 2000 and was sold until 2010.

During the update, a couple of new power units appeared, and the old ones were replaced by new modifications:

FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE VERSIONS

PETROL MODIFICATIONS:

  • 1.4 liters AXP 75 hp, 126 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission MQ200
  • 1.6 liters AKL 101 hp, 145 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission MQ200
  • 1.6 liters AKL 101 hp, 145 Nm and 4-speed automatic transmission 01M
  • 1.8 liters AGU 150 hp, 210 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission MQ250
  • 1.8 liters AGU 150 hp, 210 Nm and 4-speed automatic transmission 01M
  • 2.0 liters APK 115 hp, 170 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission MQ250
  • 2.0 liters APK 115 hp, 170 Nm and 4-speed automatic transmission 01M

DIESEL MODIFICATIONS:

  • 1.9 liters AQM 68 hp, 130 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission MQ200
  • 1.9 liters ALH 90 hp, 210 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission MQ250
  • 1.9 liters ALH 90 hp, 210 Nm and 4-speed automatic transmission 01M
  • 1.9 liters ASV 110 hp, 235 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission MQ250

ALL-WHEEL DRIVE VERSIONS

PETROL MODIFICATIONS:

  • 1.8 liters AGU 150 hp, 210 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission MQ250
  • 2.0 liters APK 115 hp, 170 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission MQ250

DIESEL MODIFICATIONS:

  • 1.9 liters ALH 90 hp, 210 Nm and 5-speed manual transmission MQ250

Faults

During the use of the car, issues such as rapid formation of micro-cracks on the windshield and rare wear of the support bearings have been identified. Some problems, such as weak fastening of the front wheel arch mudguards and poor noise insulation of the engine compartment, occur infrequently. Overall, the experience of owning the car is positive, but regular maintenance is recommended to keep the car in good condition.

Cars from the Octavia lineup