About the Skoda Octavia
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2018 Skoda Octavia is a medium-sized car offered in both 5D station wagon and 5D hatchback body styles. Used prices in Australia typically range from $23,490 for the Base variant and topping out at $47,390 for the RS 245.
There are 4 variants of the Octavia available in Australia and this generation went on sale in February of 2018.
Engine options include 2.0L turbo diesel common rail (135kW/380Nm), 1.4L turbo petrol direct injection (110kW/250Nm) and 2.0L turbo petrol direct injection (169kW/350Nm). Available with 6-speed manual or manual transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The 2018 Octavia was offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
2018 Skoda Octavia Price
RS
Base
RS 245
Sport
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.4L, 7-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $29,990 |
| 1.4L, 7-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, FWD | $31,490 |
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2018 Skoda Octavia Specs
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2018 Skoda Octavia Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2018 Skoda Octavia Fuel Economy
There are 7 different fuel economy figures for the Skoda Octavia
The most fuel efficient Skoda Octavia is the RS with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 2.0L TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL and uses 5L of diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Skoda Octavia that uses the most amount of fuel is the RS with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 2.0L TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION and uses 6.7L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Skoda Octavia variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Skoda Octavia | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Diesel, FWD | Diesel | 5.0 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.6 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD | Diesel | 5.0 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, FWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.5 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Skoda Octavia?
The Skoda Octavia has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.
2018 Skoda Octavia Warranty
What is the warranty on a Skoda Octavia?
The Skoda Octavia offers a 5 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Skoda Octavia FAQs
The cheapest Skoda Octavia is the Base that starts from $23,490.
The most expensive Skoda Octavia is the RS 245 that starts from $47,390.
The best towing capacity of a Skoda Octavia is 1600 kg offered by the following variants: RS and RS 245.
The largest Skoda Octavia is the Base which measures 1814mm wide, 4667mm in length and sits 1465mm tall.
The most powerful Skoda Octavia is the RS 245 which has 180kW of power from its 2.0L TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION engine.
The Skoda Octavia is built in Czech Republic and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Skoda Octavia is the Base which weighs 1862 kg (kerb weight).
The Skoda Octavia may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes premium unleaded or diesel.