Skoda Octavia 2013: specifications, reviews

«Skoda» – a very famous brand of cars in Russia. One of the most popular models in the line – “usual”. It occupies the niche of a small family car, which belongs to the C-class. The target audience is not limited to any framework. This car is versatile and can be used for any purpose. What is a Skoda Octavia 2013? Reviews, features and technical characteristics – further in our article.

Appearance

Cars that were produced in this year, belong to the third generation and have the label body A7. Compared with the previous A5, "Octavius" got more solid and presentable. And if earlier the car looked like a modest family car, now «Skoda» looks better than the sedan of D-class.

The Czechs significantly reworked the front end. So, the car received a new optics linzovannaya. Grille – black with chrome surround hood – flat and long, with a branded “beak” in the middle. At the bottom of the bumper-located Parking sensors, headlight washers and halogen fog lights. However, such a set can be found only on the Deluxe version of «Skoda». In “base” there are only vague lights.

Also note that the A7 a couple of years ago has undergone restyling. The Czechs again changed the configuration of the optics. Now it has become chetyrehstennoy, as «Mercedes» in the body 212. This decision gave the car a solidity, however, many owners blamed the developers for plagiarism. All the same it is the German “chip”. After restyling the car was to go with a slightly different bumper. The lower air intake has received a large cell, with lights on the sides and a wide chrome strip. Otherwise, the appearance of the machine remained the same.

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Corrosion

The Manufacturer gives a ten year warranty to protect against rust. The metal itself is treated by bilateral galvanic galvanizing, immersion of the body in a zinc electrolyte. It is also worth noting that some of the parts are made of aluminum. What they say about the quality of corrosion protection for Skoda Octavia 2013 reviews? The owners, it should be noted, satisfied with the quality of the metal. The body does not rot. However, it is possible while maintaining its integrity. If the car had been in an accident and badly painted, expect rusty marks and blisters enamel.

Dimensions, ground clearance

Judging by the size, this car is bounded between C - and D-class. Thus, the length of the machine is of 4.66 meters, width – of 1.82, height – 1.46 metres. But the clearance is too small for our roads. Its value – only 15 cm. Along with a long base and low overhangs, it is difficult to overcome deep hole and crawl through the “broken” of the yards. However, this machine is not for such conditions. But on the track the car is heading is – the reviews say.

Interior

Inside, the car is decorated beautifully, but without any frills. The owners are happy with the first ergonomics. Sitting in the car comfortable, with good lumbar support. All controls are at a convenient distance. The wheel – a three-spoke, with small cutouts for grip. There is also a basic set of buttons. Instrument panel – simple and informative. The centre console contains a huge multimedia complex on a 9.2-inch navigation. However, as the reviews say, it does not work in our area. Downstairs there is a comfortable ‘whirlings” of the climate system. The handbrake is next to the driver. Conveniently located arm rest.

But such equipment is not in every Skoda Octavia III 2013. Reviews say that for every option have to pay extra. So on the secondary market often there are only a minimal configuration with a simple radio, black cloth upholstery and no media (and some even without air conditioning).

The Rear seat is able to accommodate up to three people of average height. However, they will not feel the lack of space around the knees. The back of the couch is flat, but there is flick the armrest. Under it is a hatch for skis. The only gripe concerns the relatively high floor of the tunnel. It significantly cuts down on the place and when you move from one cabin to another passengers dirty carpet.

The Trunk

This car has the body liftback. This means that the trunk lid opens fully, with the rear window. This allows you to easily put custom and large-size cargo. In five-seat performance car the Luggage capacity in the Skoda Octavia 2013 is 568 liters. If you fold the back of the sofa, it formed a flat floor. However, the volume will increase to 1559 liters.

For Those who and this volume is little, it is necessary to consider the version of the 2013 Skoda Octavia wagon. Here in the five-seater version, the boot capacityis 580 litres. And when folded the back of the sofa – 1620. Under the floor is a full-size spare wheel and standard tool set.

Specifications

Skoda Octavia 2013 can be equipped with multiple power units. Among them, the base is a naturally aspirated petrol four-cylinder unit MPI. When the volume of 1.6 liters, this engine develops power of 110 horsepower. Torque is 155 Nm at 3,8 thousand revolutions per minute. Paired with this unit works manual transmission on the five stages. As an option you can order a six-speed robot DSG.

An Intermediate in the lineup is a turbocharged TSI unit. This is also a four-cylinder petrol engine, but with an aluminum block and direct injection system. Thanks to the turbine and upgraded the fuel system this unit is able to develop up to 150 horsepower capacity. Torque of the 1.4-liter motor is 250 Nm. Reviews say that this motor is excellent traction with “bottom”. Peak torque is realized in the range of from a half to three and a half thousand revs. This motor is aggregated robotized box DSG six or seven steps with double clutch.

The Flagship in the line is the TSI motor 1.8 liters. This motor has the phase shifters, the turbine and direct injection of fuel. Block – aluminum, with integrated intake manifold. This petrol engine develops good power – the reviews say. 2013 Skoda Octavia 1.8 developing 180 forces, with five or six thousand revs. Torque – 250 Nm. It is available in a range of from half to five thousand revs. As for the transmission, is equipped with «Skoda» 1,8 DSG only seven or eight steps.

Dynamics of consumption

The Skoda Octavia 2013 features speakers at a good level. However, this does not apply to the base of the motor. With it the car accelerates to hundreds in 12.2 seconds. But with the top 180-horsepower engine, the car is gaining a hundred in 7.3 seconds. But as for fuel consumption, all powertrains are quite fuel efficient. Thus, the average consumption ranges from 5.3 to 7.3 liters per hundred. From passport data, these numbers may differ by only 0.3-0.4 liters.

Suspension

Front-wheel drive Car built on a modular platform MQB. The front used an independent suspension with MacPherson struts and wishbones. Rear suspension scheme may differ. So, if the engine power is less than 150 forces, then there will be established a semi-torsion beam.

In the case of more powerful motors, the manufacturer provides the memorycache. Brake system – disc with floating calipers and auxiliary electronics. Steering system – rail with Electromechanical steering.

Is There a full drive?

It is Worth noting that the Deluxe version of «Skoda» can go with all-wheel drive where torque to the rear axle is transmitted through the clutch ‘Haldex”. Additionally installed electronic simulation of transverse differential. This option helps in the winter, but the roads on the "Skoda" better not to meddle.

In conclusion

So, we have found that is «Skoda» third generation in the back of A7. The car is quite comfortable and economical. However, owners are advised to take a car on the classical mechanics. Modern automated transmission is a complicated device and small resource. Also, judging by the reviews it is expensive to repair. Therefore, this transmission should be abandoned.