Skoda revamps hatchback and estate versions of Octavia

New Delhi: Skoda Auto has updated the hatchback and estate versions of its Octavia. With more than 7 million units sold, it is by far the brand's best-selling model. Its fourth modern generation has now been given a freshened look that includes a revised Skoda grille and new second-generation LED Matrix beam headlights. The comprehensive standard equipment offers features like a dual-zone Climatronic system or a 10-inch Digital Display (to become available later).

Furthermore, the share of sustainable materials in the interior has increased. For an even more advanced in-car experience, the Ai-powered chatbot ChatGPT will be integrated into the Laura voice assistant later in 2024. Additional safety and assistance systems enhance active and passive safety and a new range structure provides additional individualisation options, the company said in a media release.

Klaus Zellmer, Chairman of the Board of Skoda Auto, said, "Our customers rightly expect a lot from the Octavia and this refresh takes our best-selling model to the next level Innovations such as a fully redesigned infotainment system, new safety assistance systems, increased use of sustainable materials and more powerful headlights make it an even better fit for everyday explorers. I'm confident our latest Octavia will surprise and delight its drivers s and passengers, confirming its place as our most popular car."

In addition to new and sustainable materials for the seats, dashboard and door panels, a 10-inch Digital Display will come as standard on selected model variants. The familiar 10-inch Virtual Cockpit with enhanced functionality and the head-up display remain available.

Both versions of the digital instrument cluster feature reworked graphics, as do the infotainment displays. A 13-inch infotainment display is available as an option for the first time on the Octavia, while the 10-inch infotainment display is included as standard, the release added.

The updated Octavia now also features a Phone Box with more powerful 15-watt charging and ventilation and four fast-charging USB-C ports with a power output of 45 watts.

Park Assist and Remote Park Assist will later also make their Octavia debuts. The engine line-up consists of two 1.5 TSI petrol engines, each also available with mild-hybrid technology, two power-boosted 2.0 TSI petrol engines and two 2.0 TDI diesels. Outputs range from 85 kW (115 hp) to 195 kW (265 hp), the company said in a media release.

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