Skoda Octavia 2013-2017 Active 1.4 TSI MT

Octavia 2013-2017 Active 1.4 TSI MT Review

Skoda India has rolled out the all new Skoda Octavia premium saloon in the country. The company has introduced the new model series in three trim levels and with both petrol and diesel fuel options out of which, Skoda Octavia Active 1.4 TSI MT is the entry level petrol variant that is powered by a 1.4-litre turbocharged, in-line, DOHC based petrol motor. This engine is powerful and fuel efficient as well. The new premium sedan has inherited the Skoda brand DNA and looks attractive. The design of the headlight cluster and the radiator grille are completely unique and looks like an executive class vehicle. Coming to the features, the new Skoda Octavia Active 1.4 TSI MT trim has been blessed with an amazing set of comfort features as well as utility based features. The vehicle also comes equipped with top rated security features that assures safety for the passengers and protection to the car. The cabin of the vehicle gets a rich design that offers a pleasant feel to the individuals as soon as they step inside the vehicle.

Exteriors :

Coming to the exterior design, the all new Skoda Octavia Active 1.4 TSI MT base petrol trim sports a lot of chrome package on its body, especially on its front profile. Its front facade is the most attractive and stylish with rich elements. The company has designed its headlight cluster with a lot of bold and aggressive elements and incorporated it with powerful halogen headlamps with manual leveling. The design of the radiator grille looks sporty and it has been incorporated with 19 vertical slats and further gets a chrome surround that adds visual emphasis to the front facade. This entry level trim gets the body colored bumper that has been incorporated with a honeycomb grille and a set of bright fog lamps. The company revamped its brand logo and has placed it above the grille, which is complimented by the expressive lines on the bonnet. When it comes to the side profile, the door handles as well as the external rear view mirrors have been painted in body color. The entry level trim is blessed with 16 inch Velorum alloy wheels, which will enhance the beauty of its side profile. The rear profile of this sedan comes equipped with a body colored bumper, incorporated with reflectors. The design of the taillight cluster is simple but its C-shaped lighting contour enhances the beauty of its rear profile. The design of the boot lid is very expressive and it gets a lot of chrome accents.

Interiors :

The interiors of the Skoda Octavia entry level trim looks very fascinating and offers a luxurious feel. The company has managed to obtain a premium finish inside the cabin by using high quality materials. The base trim gets the silver alloy decor on front central console and on door panels, while the obtaining a dual tone Onyx-Ivory shade on the dashboard door panels and the central console. Inside, the steering wheel, gearshift selector and the hand brake lever have been wrapped in premium leather, while the seats are covered with Ivory colored fabric upholstery. There are quite a number of utility based comfort and convenience features incorporated inside this saloon, that takes care of all the needs of the passengers. The front and rear cabin space is huge offers lavish space for at least five passengers. There are several exciting and noticeable features given inside this base model including a rear seat armrest with adjustable cup holders, a front glove box with cooling and illumination, bottle holders in front doors, storage compartment under steering wheel and several others.

Engine and Performance :

Coming to the engine and technicalities, the new Skoda Octavia Active 1.4 TSI MT trim gets a 1.4-litre, four cylinder, in-line, turbocharged petrol engine that is incorporated with a liquid cooling system and direct injection fuel supply system. The engine has 1395cc of displacement capacity, which develops 138bhp in between 4500rpm to 6000rpm, while producing a superior torque output of 250Nm at just between 1500 to 3500rpm. This engine has been skillfully coupled with an advanced 6-speed fully synchronized manual transmission gearbox that sends the power to the front wheels. The company claims that this 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol engine has the ability to produce an exceptional mileage figures of about 16.8 Kmpl.

Braking and Handling :

The company has given an utmost importance to the braking and handling aspects of this luxury saloon. The front wheels of the saloon comes fitted with disc brakes with inner cooling system and it is accompanied by single/piston floating calipers. The rear wheels of the sedan too gets the disc brakes that enhances the braking aspects. It also comes equipped with various safety features such as Anti-lock Braking System with Electronic Brake-force Distribution and Hydraulic Brake Assist system . the sedan also gets the electro mechanic power steering system with pinion and direct rack that enhances the handling aspects by offering superior response according to the needs of driver.

Comfort Features :

When it comes to the comfort features, the Skoda Octavia Active 1.4 TSI MT is the base variant but still it gets some top rated features inside. It gets a lengthy list of features inside that includes comforts, convenience and utility features, which indeed boosts the level of luxury inside. The list of comfort features include manually regulated air conditioning system with adjustable rear AC vents on rear central console, height adjustable for the driver seat, a front center armrest, a rear seat center armrest and so on. The vehicle also gets an advanced Skoda Swing audio player with eight speakers. This music system also comes with USB, auxiliary audio input for portable media player and others.

Safety Features :

The new premium Skoda Octavia comes equipped with various safety functions that provides top rated security to all the passengers. The list includes an engine immobilizer system with floating code system, security code for central infotainment system, remote control opening and closing of windows, remote control closing of door mirrors and several other advanced functions.

Pros : Captivating exterior appearance, lavish interiors.

Cons : Poor after sales service.