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Car Specifications2016 Skoda Octavia
The 2016 Skoda Octavia is a lower Medium. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $35,990 for the Ambition variant and topping out at $53,490 for the RS variant.
There are 4 variants of the Octavia available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2015.
The 2016 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 (110kW/250Nm), 1.4L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (103kW/250Nm), 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (77kW/250Nm), 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (81kW/250Nm), 1.8L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (132kW/250Nm), 1.8L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (132kW/280Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (110kW/320Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (162kW/350Nm) and 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (135kW/380Nm). Available with 7-speed manual dual clutch sequential trans (dct), 6-speed manual dual clutch sequential trans (dct) or 6-speed manual manual transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
- Retail Price
- $35,990 - $53,490†
- Transmission
- 6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT) or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded, Diesel, or Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback or Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Retail Price
- $35,990 - $53,490†
- Transmission
- 6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT) or 6-speed manual
- 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
Features & Specs
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Available Variants
The Skoda Octavia comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Ambition and the most expensive being Scout.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,659 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,814 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,461 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,686 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,050 mm |
| Load Capacity | 550 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2016 Skoda Octavia
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Skoda Octavia is the Ambition variant that starts from $35,990.
See all Skoda Octavia PricingThe most expensive Skoda Octavia is the RS variant that starts from $53,490.
See all Skoda Octavia PricingThe best towing capacity of a Skoda Octavia is offered by the Scout variant which can tow 2000 kg.
See all Skoda Octavia towing capacityThe largest Skoda Octavia is the Scout variant which measures 1814mm wide, 4685mm in length and sits 1531mm tall.
The most powerful Skoda Octavia is the RS variant which has 162kW of power and 350nm 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 2096 kg.
The Skoda Octavia may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel, Unleaded or Premium 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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