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Skoda Octavia 1.8 T RS

General information

ModelSkoda Octavia 1.8 T RS
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving7.2 litres/100 km (32.67 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
Airbags4. Front airbags. Optional side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power180.00 PS (132 kW or 178 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque235.00 Nm (24.0 kgf-m or 173.3 ft.lbs) at 1950 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder5
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Top speed190.0 km/h (118.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1406 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4050 litres (1,070 gallons)
Cargo space528 litres (139 gallons)
Optional cargo space1328 litres (351 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringOptional Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1280 kg (2,821.9 pounds)
Max weight with load1790 kg (3,946.3 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4510 mm (177.6 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR24920
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