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  • Skoda Octavia Hatch GreenLine: 88.3 mpg

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    There is a new addition to the Skoda Octavia range. It’s the GreenLine hatch – an 88.3 mpg and 85 g/km (CO2) car that still manages to pull off 110 PS.

    The main culprit behind these impressive figures is the 1.6 TDI CR diesel engine. It’s managed by a Start-Stop system which comes as standard on all third-generation Octavia cars anyway. The GreenLine however, comes also with a set of uniquely styled low-resistance wheels. 16-inch in diameter, these alloys go by the name of “Velorum”. The intended tire pressure for the GreenLine is a bit higher than usual in in order to reduce the friction surface area on the road.

    Other technological highlights include regenerative braking and front fog lights as standard. Visual treats: GreenLine badges on the front grille and rear hatchback. The gearstick inside also reads GreenLine.

    The Octavia GreenLine is now officially on sale in the UK and is priced at £20,150 or about $33,118

    Source: Skoda

  • Skoda Octavia Green E-Line

    Skoda has begun testing ten electrically powered Octavia Green E Line. The aim of the test is to gain practical experience with electric propulsion.
    The Octavia Green E Line is powered by an electric motor with 116PS (85 kW) and 270Nm (199 kW). The performance is not very good, but it is excellent for everyday driving in the city – from 0 to 100 km/h in 12 seconds and a top speed of 135 km/h (84 mph). The overall range is around 150km, which will satisfy the demands of most European commuters.

    The battery holds 26.5 kW/h energy and weighs about 315 kilograms. The battery block is mounted under the middle and rear floor panel and in part in the boot. The car will seat five.
    “The Octavia Green E Line shows our technological expertise in the field of electric mobility. It is a milestone in our comprehensive sustainability strategy. Our development work in this field is in close cooperation with Volkswagen Group.” commented ŠKODA CEO Prof. Dr. h.c. Winfried Vahland

    Octavia Green E Line technical features at a glance:
    •    Rated power output: 60 kW
    •    Maximum power: 85 kW over 60 seconds
    •    Torque: 270 Nm
    •    Maximum speed: 135 kph
    •    Acceleration 0-100 kph: 12 secs.
    •    Range: 150 km
    •    Battery: lithium-ion battery
    •    Battery weight: approx. 315 kg
    •    Battery capacity: 26,5 kWh
    •    Charging time:
    o  8 hours at 230 V (single-phase AC)
    o  2 hours at 400 V (three-phase AC)

    Skoda Octavia Green E-Line
    Skoda Octavia Green E-Line
    Skoda Octavia Green E-Line
    Skoda Octavia Green E-Line
    Skoda Octavia Green E-Line
    Skoda Octavia Green E-Line

    Source: Skoda

  • Skoda Fabia Greenline II – 2006 km on a single tank of fuel

    Skoda Fabia GreenLine II has achieved 2006km (yes, two thousand and six), which is 1246 miles on a single tank of fuel. The driver was Gerhard Plattner, who started in Reutte, Austria, Plattner drove to Bov, Denmark and back. The Austria-based economy driving world champion used Germany’s longest motorway, the A7, for his trip from Austria to Denmark and back.

    The fuel consumption is just amazing – 127.8 mpg – 2.2 liters / 100km (although the official consumption figure is 83.1 mpg (combined cycle).

    “We work hard to reduce the fuel consumption in our vehicles. The primary goal of these efforts is to offer efficient technology in all of our models at affordable prices, and our second-generation GreenLine models meet this requirement perfectly. The Fabia GreenLine is going to show what can be achieved by combining refined technology with economy driving.”, commented Dr. Eckhard Scholz, head of technical development for Skoda Auto.

    The trip was supervised by the International Police Motor Corporation (IPMC) who also sealed the fuel tank before Plattner set out from Reutte.

    “The Škoda GreenLine models are perfect for fuel-efficient driving. In light of the current fuel prices, not only is that important for one’s own wallet, but also for lowering environmental pollution. With a fuel consumption well below the specified norm, I want to show that besides the car manufacturers, every driver can contribute to further reduce this environmental pollution. It already starts with small details such as the proper tyre pressure.”, Gerhard Plattner finished.

    The new Fabia GreenLine II is powered by a 1.2 litre TDI diesel with 75bhp and is fitted with technological advancements such as a Stop/start system, gear change recommendation, and energy recuperation, improving economy and lowering CO2 emissions even further.

    With these systems, the small hatch emits just 89 g/km CO2, with a combined fuel economy of 83.1 mpg making it the most economical Skoda ever!

    Skoda Fabia Greenline II

    Source: Fabia

  • Skoda Octavia Green E Line Concept presented at the Paris Motor Show

    Almost every company released a concept car and Skoda has announced theirs Octavia Green E Line. The car used as a platform is Octavia Combi, but with some modifications like earl white paint, aerodynamic wheels, and a glossy black roof with integrated photovoltaic panels.

    The interior is practically the same, but with revised display which shows vehicle information – output, power consumption, battery charge and the remaining range. (more…)

  • Skoda Fabia Estate Greenline on sale in the UK

    Skoda Fabia Estate Greenline II is the most ECO-friendly car, which goes on sale in the UK next week.

    The second generation Greenline is powered by 3-cylinder turbocharged 1.2 TDI CR engine with 75bhp. It features DPF common rail (high-pressure direct injection) engine and returns an shocking 83.1 mpg (combined cycle) and produces CO2 emissions of only 89g/km, which means the Fabia Greenline II is exempt from road tax. (more…)

  • Skoda’s fleet market share on the up

    In April Skoda achieved its highest fleet market share on record at 2.2 per cent, having registered 2,015 new fleet vehicles in the UK.
    So far this year, the Czech manufacturer has registered 6,692 fleet vehicles, representing a market share of 1.6 per cent for the year, compared to the 1.4 per cent year-to-date market share registered in April last year. (more…)

  • Škoda Greenline

    Another product to receive a world premiere at IAA 2007 is GreenLine, a new model line designed to offer highly economical and environmentally-friendly operation and maximum possible minimisation of emissions of solid particles and CO2.

    The first vehicles of this brand new line are the Fabia GreenLine and the Fabia Combi GreenLine (1.4 TDI PD DPF/59 kW). Although the choice of extras has not been limited substantially, the new cars’ CO2 emissions do not exceed 110 g/km. Another GreenLine model is the Octavia Combi FlexFuel, a vehicle that is going to be launched in the Swedish market later this year.

    This new vehicle is equipped with an E85-ready 1.6 MPI/75 kW engine (E85 is a fuel mixture made up of bio-ethanol (85 %) and petrol (15 %).

    Skoda Greenline