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2026 Skoda Octavia
The new Skoda Octavia is a lower Medium available in New Zealand from $71,500 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the RS variant and topping out at $78,000 for the RS+ variant.
There are 2 variants of the Octavia available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2025.
The new 2026 Octavia is offered with a 5 year, 150,000 km warranty.
The Skoda Octavia is only available with a petrol engine that produces 195kW and 370Nm of torque. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $71,500 - $78,000†
- Transmission
- 7-speed Auto (DCT)
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Retail Price
- $71,500 - $78,000†
- Transmission
- 7-speed Auto (DCT)
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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2026 Skoda Octavia
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
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
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2026 Skoda Octavia
Available Variants
The Skoda Octavia comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being RS and the most expensive being RS+.
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Power to Weight
122.72 kW/t
78.45 kW/t
122.72 kW/t
Boot Space
640 litres
337 litres
640 litres
Fuel Efficiency
7.4 L/100km
0.8 L/100km
7.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
608 km
608 km
1,250 km
Warranty (Years)
5 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
150,000 km
100,000 km
150,000 km
Years on Sale
1 year
3 years
3 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,978 kg
1,978 kg
2,440 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,600 kg
400 kg
1,600 kg
Approach Angle
14.2°
14.2°
Departure Angle
12.7°
12.7°
Ground Clearance Unladen
129 mm
120 mm
148 mm
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Launch Edition
2025
$60,500
RS
2026
$71,500
RS+
2026
$78,000
Year
2026
2025
Engine Type
2.0L Combustion
1.4L Combustion
Fuel
Premium Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Wagon
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
Front
Maximum Power
195 kW
110 kW
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2026 Skoda Octavia
Dimensions
4,709 mm
1,829 mm
inc mirror: 2,003 mm
inc mirror: 2,003 mm
1,468 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,709 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,829 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,003 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,681 mm |
| Load Capacity | 389 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2026 Skoda Octavia
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Skoda Octavia is the RS variant that starts from $71,500.
See all Skoda Octavia PricingThe most expensive Skoda Octavia is the RS+ variant that starts from $78,000.
See all Skoda Octavia PricingThe best towing capacity of a Skoda Octavia is 1600 kg shared by all variants.
See all Skoda Octavia towing capacityThe largest Skoda Octavia is the RS variant which measures 1829mm wide, 4709mm in length and sits 1468mm tall.
All variants of the Skoda Octavia have a maximum power of 195kW and 370nm of torque.
The Skoda Octavia is built in Czech Republic and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Skoda Octavia is the RS variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1978 kg.
The Skoda Octavia uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
† 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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