The New Škoda Octavia 90TSI - Launch in August 2010

Affordable new car introduced to the Skoda Octavia range, with improved performance, reduced fuel consumption and lower price tag.
By: Skoda Australia
 
Aug. 31, 2010 - PRLog -- Škoda is introducing the 90TSI engine to the Octavia line-up in Australia adding a new affordable entry point to the Škoda range at $24,990. The 90TSI engine replaces the 1.6 MPI engine resulting in a much more appealing product entry point into the Octavia range. A lower price tag and improved performance paired with reduced fuel consumption make the Octavia 90TSI an attractive  new car choice for buyers.

The highly acclaimed 90TSI engine is another innovative product added to the Octavia range, offering excellent fuel consumption figures combined with convincing performance. The 1.4 litre TSI engine produces 90kW of power and 200Nm of torque. Paired with a 6-speed manual transmission as standard, delivering decisive gearshifts, a 7-speed automatic transmission is also available as an option.  
The DSG gearbox is characterized by maximum economy and shifting dynamics. Even the most experienced professional drivers cannot even approach the shifting speed of the DSG gearbox. Compared with more conventional automatics, the dual clutch transmission has the potential to reduce fuel consumption and thereby emissions.  

Standard safety features on the Octavia 90TSI include six airbags and the Electronic Stabilisation Program (ESP) with integrated ABS, EBD, and ASR. ESP helps ensure that the vehicle goes where you steer it even in extreme driving conditions. The ESP system constantly compares the actual movement of the vehicle with pre-determined values and should a situation arise where the vehicle starts to skid, ESP will apply the brakes to individual wheels and automatically adjust the engine’s power output to correct the problem.  

When it comes to convenience features, the entry level new model car comes with standard semi-automatic air-conditioning, multi-function leather steering wheel, trip computer, cruise control and remote central locking.  

Height adjustable front seats with lumbar support and radio ‘Swing’ with CD, MP3 player, auxiliary input socket as well as eight speakers ensure the passengers travel in comfort. The Octavia 90TSI is equipped with standard 15” ‘Pyxis’ alloy wheels.

Fine materials and functional features on the Octavia offer comfort and operating safety in the passenger compartment of the Octavia. Instruments with clear white scales have a prominent position on the dashboard. The multi-function display between the speedometer and the rev counter shows information of the on-board computer. The knobs of the dual zone climate control air conditioning can be easily adjusted while optional heated front seat controls have also been integrated into this area.  

Passengers sitting in the rear seats of the Octavia can enjoy great comfort and space. Large doors make it easy to get in and out of the car. The tailgate of the Liftback makes storing luggage in the boot easy. With a capacity of 560 litres in the Liftback and 580 litres in the wagon, it sets a benchmark for volume in its class. Folding down the rear bench extends the volume to a remarkable 1420 litres, a capacity which expands to 1620 litres on the Octavia Wagon.

The Octavia Wagon offers user-friendly load carrier virtues. Its tailgate opens high providing a large boot opening. A light tap of the luggage cover retracts it to facilitate loading.

The Octavia also has the same immobiliser as the Skoda Superb, helping protect the car against theft.


For further information, contact:
Karl Gehling, General Manager Press and PR
Telephone: (02) 9695 6003
Fax: (02) 9695 6186
E-mail: karl.gehling@volkswagen.com.au
www.skoda.com.au

Nadine Nethery, Public Relations Specialist
Telephone: (02) 9695 6010
Fax: (02) 9695 6186
E-mail: nadine.nethery@volkswagen.com.au

Jenny Wu, Public Relations Representative
Telephone: (02) 9695 6004
Fax: (02) 9091 7004
E-mail: jenny.wu@volkswagen.com.au


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Source:Skoda Australia
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