265hp confirmed for flagship Octavia, Skoda's best-selling car ever
265hp confirmed for flagship Octavia, Skoda's best-selling car everIt should come as little surprise that Skoda has now sold more than seven million Octavias since the 1990s. Even as the SUV continues its inexorable rise, there’s been little to touch the Skoda for sheer usability and usefulness. They’ve always been good value, they never offend anyone and, in vRS format, have offered up a good glug of performance as well. No wonder they keep getting sold.
Though familiar from before , there are a few differences for this new version. It’s now 4,698mm long, with ‘a more dynamic look’ to the redesigned front end, a tweak to the grille, reprofiled bumpers and a fresh design for the lights. Hyper Green is still available for the more expensive Octavias. Along with that 265hp headline output, the new vRS gets 273lb ft of torque; the seven-speed DSG is now the only transmission option, again as per the Golf. Notable upgrades this time around include ‘genuine sports exhausts’ rather than the falsies of before, engine software that ‘supports the car’s powerful sound’ plus new designs of 18- or 19-inch alloy wheels.
This vRS is identifiable through a few familiar changes, including high-gloss black accents and new logo badges. The top-of-the-range model is the only one to get Matrix LED lights as standard. Inside, buyers can choose from the standard vRS Fabric Design Selection - cloth seats, red stitching, neoprene on the dash and non-animal leather door cards - or the optional vRS Suite Design Selection.
Klaus Zellmer, Skoda Chairman, said: “Our customers rightly expect a lot from the Octavia and this refresh takes our best-selling model to the next level. Innovations such as a fully redesigned infotainment system, new safety systems, increased use of sustainable materials and more powerful headlights make it an even better fit for everyday explorers. I’m confident our latest Octavia will surprise and delight its drivers and passengers, confirming its place as our most popular car.
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