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2012 Skoda Octavia
The 2012 Skoda Octavia is a lower Medium. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $34,500 for the base variant and topping out at $56,500 for the vRS variant.
There are 3 variants of the Octavia available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2010.
The 2012 Octavia was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Skoda Octavia include 1.4L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (90kW/250Nm), 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (77kW/250Nm), 1.8L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (118kW/250Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (103kW/320Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (147kW/280Nm) and 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (125kW/350Nm). Available with 6-speed manual manual, 5-speed manual manual, 7-speed manual dual clutch sequential trans (dct) or 6-speed manual dual clutch sequential trans (dct) transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
- Retail Price
- $34,500 - $56,500†
- Transmission
- 5 or 6-speed manual or 6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded, Diesel, or Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback or Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Retail Price
- $34,500 - $56,500†
- Transmission
- 5 or 6-speed manual or 6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded, Diesel, or Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback or Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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Skoda Octavia
2012 Skoda Octavia
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
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Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
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Cost of Ownership
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2012 Skoda Octavia
Available Variants
The Skoda Octavia comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being vRS.
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Power to Weight
54.61 - 101.38 kW/t
54.61 kW/t
101.38 kW/t
Boot Space
560 - 580 litres
421 litres
603 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.9 - 7.7 L/100km
4.9 L/100km
7.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
714 - 1,122 km
714 km
1,346 km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 year
3 years
3 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,925 - 2,190 kg
1,925 kg
2,300 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,200 - 1,700 kg
300 kg
2,200 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
128 - 179 mm
96 mm
179 mm
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Launch Edition
2025
$60,500
RS
2025
$71,500
RS+
2025
$78,000
Year
2025
Engine Type
1.4L Combustion
2.0L Combustion
Fuel
Premium Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Wagon
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
Front
Maximum Power
110 kW
195 kW
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2012 Skoda Octavia
Dimensions
4,569 mm
1,769 mm
1,462 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,569 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,769 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,462 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,575 mm |
| Load Capacity | 585 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2012 Skoda Octavia
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Skoda Octavia is the base variant that starts from $34,500.
See all Skoda Octavia PricingThe most expensive Skoda Octavia is the vRS variant that starts from $56,500.
See all Skoda Octavia PricingThe best towing capacity of a Skoda Octavia is offered by the Scout variant which can tow 1700 kg.
See all Skoda Octavia towing capacityThe largest Skoda Octavia is the Scout variant which measures 1784mm wide, 4584mm in length and sits 1533mm tall.
The most powerful Skoda Octavia is the vRS variant which has 147kW of power and 280nm of torque.
The Skoda Octavia is built in Czech Republic and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Skoda Octavia is the Scout variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2190 kg.
The Skoda Octavia may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel, Premium Unleaded or Unleaded.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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