The Scoda Octavia RS is a fairly compact family car manufactured by the Czech car manufacturer Scoda Auto. This modern name was taken from the line of cars produced in 1959-1971. This model is produced in liftback and station wagon bodies, and for the Chinese market it is also produced in a sedan body.
The new Skoda Octavia RS has become much faster and more maneuverable than its predecessors in the entire history of the Scoda brand. It seems that Czech manufacturers have decided to increase the army of potential consumers of their "brainchild" and, thus, try to compare with the large and well-known auto concerns of the world. But recent experience shows that they did not succeed. Skoda Octavia RS was able to compete only with the same models in its segment. Here she took a worthy leading position and nothing more. But this car has a lot of fans, and, probably, he deserves it.
External data
The difference in external data compared to the basic version is scanty. But restyling is re-styling, and some changes have been made. The designers decided that a modern car must certainly become like a sports car, and thus pay tribute to today's frantic dynamics. The idea is very correct, but, apparently, there was not enough courage, since everything turned out indistinct and sluggish. The bumper was slightly changed, and the manufacturers also increased the air intakes. The rear spoiler turned out to be modest, but one could play with it. Well, perhaps only on the radiator grill "fantasies" roamed, and it turned out spectacular. All this "luxury" is boldly complemented by light-alloy wheels (18 and 19 inches to choose from). "Skoda" turned out to be "naughty" and playful, still more suitable for the younger generation. The Czechs did not dare to experiment in full. They never reached their maximum potential. Maybe because the automobile concern "firmly" follows the developed traditions and rules. Most likely they adhere to the expression "everything is new - long forgotten old." This is especially evident in the optics, which remain "old-fashioned", and the conservative body style.
Vehicle interior
And what about the Scoda Octavia RS? Modernization, if you can call it that, touched the cabin more thoroughly. The old and antediluvian seats have been replaced by more modern sporty designs. The steering wheel has changed. He became three-spoke and clad in soft leather. Interior lighting has become more modern. The edging of the pedals and sills has become steel. The Maxi DOT display appeared on the dashboard. It was a nice addition. The range of adjustments has expanded, which allows each car owner to customize everything individually. The portfolio of options is wide and includes front and rear electric lifts, humidity sensors, an excellent audio system, Aero wipers, cruise control, immobilizer, on-board computer, GPS-navigator, Climatronic air conditioning system, automatic headlight adjustment, heated seats.
Specifications
This model has two engine versions in its arsenal - gasoline and diesel. Motor - turbo, gasoline, two-liter, 220 horsepower. The car is aggregated by a 6-speed "mechanics". This "iron horse" can be dispersed up to 248 kilometers per hour. And he will get to a hundred in 6, 8 seconds. This is an absolute record for the Octavia RS family. In general, there is still room for the engineering staff of this company. But this is already a good result for them, given that they are newcomers in this market segment.
The diesel unit is a turbo, two-liter, identical to its gasoline counterpart. Its power is 184 horsepower, which indicates a lower figure than that of its "older friend". You can accelerate up to 232 kilometers per hour thanks to a gearbox with a 6-speed "mechanics", and the car "takes a hundredth" in 8.1 seconds. Yes, she does not directly pull on a sports car. For motorists who do not welcome "mechanics", the Czechs offer as an alternative option a 6-speed robotic gearbox DSG. It is also available with a petrol engine.
The suspension of the brand new model was inherited from its predecessor in top-end performance. This means that an independent structure with MacPherson struts in the front, as well as an independent multi-link suspension at the rear, is used in the new Skoda models. The suspensions were adapted for the high-speed driving of the car, and for this they were modernized. The ground clearance has dropped, of course. 12 mm for the liftback and 13 mm for the station wagon. But in principle, the suspension behaves normally on a bumpy road, "swallowing" pits and bumps with a bang. The car responds responsively to steering movements. The brakes are also quite responsive.
The fuel consumption of the vehicle is quite economical. The diesel version of the car consumes 19% less fuel than its predecessor. In the combined cycle, this figure is 4.6 liters. The gasoline engine is the most "voracious" and "eats" an average of 6, 4 liters. We must pay tribute to the manufacturers. In our time, the high cost of fuel, they tried and made very economical cars. The cost of this vehicle starts from 1 million 294 thousand rubles for a liftback and from 1 million 364 thousand for a top station wagon.
Testimonials
Many owners of the Skoda Octavia RS speak positively about their four-wheeled friend. The Octavia holds the track perfectly at high speed, it does not skid, and it does not wobble. It has good acceleration at any speed. If you do not set the task, "drive on it", then you get quite an acceptable ride. The new octavia began to move much more confidently and nobly, as if cutting through the air by the body. The car is great to drive. They note that skoda obediently and responsively fulfills any driver's command. The operation of the gearbox in general is simply pleasing to many, since it is quite fast and smooth.
Car enthusiasts note the good build quality and the high level of the materials themselves. And the family owners were generally very pleased with the operation of this vehicle. This model has a spacious interior and a spacious trunk. This allows them with the whole friendly family to travel to the country, on vacation and on rather long trips, accompanied by the transportation of bulky belongings.
Drivers note that the "Octavia" perfectly withstands descents and ascents, without causing overheating, and it is also equipped with good brakes, with which you can not be afraid either on the streets of the city or on the highway. This car is perfect for Russian roads. He is not afraid of poor road surface and tolerates harsh Russian winters well. In addition, many people note the beautiful appearance of the Skoda Octavia RS, against which some passers-by even take a photo as a souvenir. Drivers say that if the car is constantly looked after, it will look like new for a long time. Owning this vehicle leaves most of the drivers happy. Positive feedback from car owners is the best recommendation for buying this car. Indeed, in this case, you can deal with it.
There are, of course, negative reviews. There are many complaints about poor soundproofing in this auto. It simply is not in this car. The noise is audible even at low car speeds. They also note that the cost of this vehicle is considerable. For this price you can buy a car of another brand, more prestigious. Moreover, with technical capabilities that are much better. Therefore, it is in terms of cost that the Skoda Octavia RS is not competitive. Well, and as a sports car, it is still not worth considering, since it falls short of its "cooler" counterparts in this segment.
