The Skoda Octavia gets a new high-tech turbo engine

The 2017 range of Skoda Octavia models is becoming even more dynamic and efficient. A new high-tech, three-cylinder turbopetrol engine completes the engine range; adaptive DCC is optional for versions with 148bhp or more.

A turbocharged, three-cylinder petrol engine has replaced the 1.2-litre, four-cylinder version. From its engine size of 999cc, the new 1.0 TSI produces 113bhp and provides 200Nm of torque between 2,000rpm and 3,500rpm. The first three-cylinder engine in the history of the Octavia has sophisticated acoustics and enables a driving performance that surpasses its predecessor says the company.

In combination with seven-speed DSG, the new 1.0 TSI accelerates the Skoda Octavia hatchback from 0-100km/h in 9.9 seconds and achieves a top speed of 203km/h. Combined with a six-speed manual gearbox, 100km/h can be achieved in just 9.6 seconds. The Skoda Octavia Estate is also available with seven-speed DSG or a manual gearbox; with a 199km/h top speed and 10.1 seconds or 9.8 seconds 0-100km/h time respectively.

The biggest improvement, however, is to the new three-cylinder TSI's fuel consumption, which is eight percent lower than that of the previous engine. The hatchback with seven-speed DSG emits 105g/km of CO₂, while the manual gearbox lowers the latter to 104g/km. Choose the Octavia Estate and this increases to 106g/km and 105g/km respectively.