- Has a very unique and strong design.
- Offered in two variants.
- Powered by 2.0 liter, TSI petrol engine.
The new 2021 Skoda Octavia has a very unique and strong design. It is very magnificently crafted. Every detail on the car is very prominently visible and makes it unique and classic at the same time. The new Octavia is currently offered with a petrol engine only. and there is no news of a diesel variant coming up in near future.
2021 Skoda Octavia Engine & Performance
The Skoda offers a very powerful and refined engine to the Octavia Keeping all the emission norms in mind. The Skoda Octavia is powered by a single 2.0 liter, four-cylinder, TSI turbo petrol engine. This churns out a maximum power of 190hp and a peak torque of 320 nm. A 7-speed DCT automatic gearbox that transmits power to the wheels. You can also take charge of gear tranmission through paddle shifters. This automatic gearbox is accompanied by the engine. There is no diesel engine option.
At a very high power the Octavia response very smoothly. The performance feels very effortless and smooth. You cannot even hear the engine at higher power. The power delivery is very strong and efficient. The twin clutch gearbox helps you change the next gear very smoothly and efficiently. A launch control is offered. If you raise the suspension, the Octavia responds in a very ease and calm manner. It has a ground clearance level of 106 mm. This clearance level allows the Skoda Octavia to go through any potholes, bumps and hurdles effortlessly.
Exteriors
The new grille in the front is the focal point of the car. It is placed a bit lower as compared to the previous generation models. It has a unique pair of LED headlights along with a twin L-shaped DRL pattern. The front LED fog lights also have a corner function. It has many creases and cuts giving the Octavia a very muscular look. The upside L-shaped taillights also look very attractive. The LED taillights have crystalline elements along with dynamic turn indicators. To make it look more appealing, the front doors have Skoda welcome logo projection. KESSY which expands to keyless entry for all four doors, start and exit system with engine start or stop button is provided.
Interiors
The interiors of the Skoda Octavia have got a very new look with premium features and an all-new layout. The dashboard has a layered design that features a free-standing infotainment system and digital instrument cluster. The green light running through the doors and dashboard improves the look of the cabin and makes it more attractive.
It has a 10-inch touch screen infotainment system and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster. The 11 speakers Canton sound system makes the entertainment more classy. A beige on a black color scheme is offered to attract customers. The seats have suede and leather upholstery finishing. This finishing adds a more premium element to the interiors.
Talking about the cargo space, Octavia offers a huge cargo space of 600L which is quite enough to carry your large suitcases to airport or for your trip. The cargo space can be extended further up to 1555L that will carry double luggage.
The top trim includes many premium features.
- Two-zone climate control
- Connected car tech
- A digital assistant
- wireless smartphone charger
- 11 speaker Canton sound system
- Ambient lighting system for an exotic look to the interiors.
- Keyless entry on all doors
- Front and rear parking sensors
- 5 C-type USB chargers
2021 Skoda Octavia Colors and Variants
Skoda Octavia offers five vibrant colors to its customers. These colors are Lava Blue, Magic Black, Candy White, Brilliant Silver, and Maple Brown. The Skoda Octavia has two variants. The two variants include – Style and L&K. The variants offered here differ only in features while they are powered with the same 2.0L TSI turbocharged petrol engine. Also uses the same 7-speed DCT automatic transmission system.
Safety Features
The Skoda Octavia includes a lot of safety features in its safety kit. It includes:-
- 8 airbags
- Electronic Stability Control (EBS)
- Hill hold control
- Front and rear parking sensors
The 2021 Skoda Octavia has a very unique design that stands out everywhere. It has got a very luxurious and comfortable interior. But it missed out on some features. The strong and powerful engine is the most appealing factor in this car. It is available at a starting ex-showroom price of Rs 25.99 lakh. It goes up against Hyundai Elantra and its own sibling Skoda Superb.
