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  • Skoda Octavia vRS saloon Bonneville

    Skoda UK will celebrate the 10th anniversary of its iconic vRS performance flagship with a staggering Octavia vRS Bonneville, which aims to go with more than 200MPH (320 km/h). The record attemp will be made during the world famous Bonneville Speed Week in August (13-20).

    The tuned Octavia vRS includes some staggering upgrades like improving the aerodynamics and performance. The car is lowered with 80mm and features a new sub-frame which houses a race prepared intercooler.

    The engine remains the same 2.0 litre turbocharged petrol TSI, but with enormous turbo from Garret. The result is 600PS at 28 PSI of boost pressure (almost 2 bars) with 120 RON high octane race control fuel with water methanol injection.

    Since its launch in 2001, vRS has captured the hearts of UK motorists who enjoy the thrill of sports car driving.  Since then, the UK has become Skoda’slargest market for the Octavia and Fabia vRS with more than 12 000 cars sold since launch.

    Skoda Octavia vRS saloon Bonneville
    Skoda Octavia vRS saloon Bonneville

    “The 10-year relationship between the UK and the vRS badge has been extremely successful. This is a landmark anniversary and going to Bonneville is a fitting tribute. It’s also an ambitious project which might surprise a few people, but Škoda is all about engineering excellence and this car is pushing that to new limits.”, commented Robert Hazelwood, Director for Skoda UK.

    Skoda Octavia vRS saloon Bonneville
    Skoda Octavia vRS saloon Bonneville

    Skoda Octavia vRS:

    Performance
    Škoda Octavia vRS (Bonneville Special) Škoda Octavia vRS (Standard production car)
    Max speed – mph (km/h) 200+ (322+) 149 (240)
    Acceleration 0–62mph TBC 7.2 secs
    Max. performance (PS) 550-600 200
    Max. torque (Nm/rpm) 450/6,000-7,700 rpm 280/1,700-5,000
    Fuel consumption mpg (l/100km) TBC 36.7 (7.7) combined
    CO2 emissions g/km TBC 180
    Engine
    Engine type TSI TSI
    Valves per cylinder 4 4
    Traverse-mounted Yes Yes
    Fuel injection type Direct fuel injection Direct fuel injection
    Cubic capacity 1,984 1,984
    Bore x stroke (mm) 82.5 x 92.8 82.5 x 92.8
    Compression ratio 9.6:1 9.6:1
    Turbo Garret G05 65mm twin blade billet cut compressor wheel with ported intake housing & TIAL exhaust housing with 40mm external waste gate and 55mm blow-off valve Stock Škoda IHI turbo with internal recirculation valve mounted on cast exhaust manifold
    Boost pressure 26-28 psi 18-20 psi
    Fuel type 120 RON high octane race control fuel with water methanol injection 95 RON unleaded petrol
    Engine management software Stock Škoda engine control unit with REVO Technik software AIM data logging Stock Škoda engine control unit
    Transmission
    Clutch Hydraulically- activated single plate four-pad sintered clutch with single mass flywheel Hydraulically-activated single-plate dry clutch with diaphragm spring, asbestos-free coating
    Manual transmission Six-speed Octavia GreenLine II manual transmission,fully synchronised with direct gearshift and GripperDiff Limited Slip Differential Six-speed manual transmission
    Chassis
    Front axle/rear axle MacPherson axle with independent multi-link suspension MacPherson axle with the bottom triangular control arms and independent multi-link suspension with one longitudinal and two cross arms and torsion stabiliser
    Suspension K&W coilovers two-way adjustable with anti-roll bar removed. Ride height of 50mm (subframe from floor). Coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, rear springs located outside the shock absorbers (gas shock absorbers in rear)
    Front brakes Škoda Octavia GreenLine front discs and calipers for reduced drag Disc brakes, with hollow discs, internal cooling and single-piston floating calliper
    Rear brakes None Disc brakes with full discs and single-piston floating callipers
    Measurements and Weights
    Kerb weight (kg) 1,450 1,395
    Total weight (kg) 2,000 1,950
    Ground clearance (mm) 50 128
    Wheels & Tyres
    Wheel type Škoda GreenLine 15” steel wheels 18” Neptune alloys
    Tyre type Goodyear Eagle Land Speed Tyres 7.5J x 18” 225/40 R18 92Y

    Source :Skoda

  • Skoda Superb Combi Laurin & Klement

    Special Edition Skoda Superb Combi will be introduced at the 2011 Autosalon Brno. The car will carry Laurin & Klement design package.

    It includes chrome exterior accents and nice 18” alloy wheels. The interior boasts Magnetic Brown leather upholstery, piano black trim elements and stainless steel door sills. The sills are adorned with the Laurin & Klement logo, which can also be found on the rear of the front seats.

    There will be a choice of three engines: a 2.0 litre TSI with 200PS (147 kW), the mighty 3.6 litre FSI V6 with 260PS (191 kW) and a diesel – 2.0 litre TDI CR DPF – 170PS (125 kW). All engines can be specified with the 6-speed automatic gearbox – DSG.

    Pricing is not announced, yet.
    Skoda Superb Combi Laurin & Klement

    Skoda Superb Combi Laurin & Klement

    Skoda Superb Combi Laurin & Klement

    Source: Skoda

  • Skoda Fabia vRS 2000 Concept

    Skoda has also revealed a nice concept at the exhibition by Lake Wörthersee. The model is Fabia vRS 2000, which is specially prepared for this anniversary meeting. Besides the latest innovations in its sports models, Skoda will be offering a packed programme of entertainment.

    “These days, the GTI-Treffen is rightly hailed by fans of powerful engines and sporty customisation as the Mecca of car tuning,” commented Skoda CEO Prof. Dr Winfried Vahland.

    “Anyone who comes to the event once never wants to miss another year of this fascinating get-together. The jubilee year of 2011 is a welcome opportunity for us to show off our sports models and make sure that everyone knows that Škoda really has something to offer here.”, he added.

    Fabia vRS 2000 Concept car is based on the Skoda Motorsport’s broad rally car and offers plenty of room for four occupants. There are no further details about the interesting vehicle, so the visitors can look forward to the Fabia Super 2000, which was unbeatable last season as it dominated the IRC world championship series.

    However, Skoda stand, covering an area of ​​600 m2, will host a lot of events for the visitors including in a rally simulation, experience a free fall, and race RC models.

    Skoda Fabia vRS 2000 Concept

    Skoda Fabia vRS 2000 Concept
    Skoda Fabia vRS 2000 Concept

    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 now offers SE Plus Trim Level

    Skoda now offers an all-new trim level – SE Plus, which is available across the entire multi-award winning model range. The SE Plus trim level is right between SE and Elegance. The new specification level offers customers savings of up to £1310.

    There are also two new engines available exclusively on SE Plus trim. The first is 1.8 TSI with 152PS available on Yeti, Octavia and Superb and 2.0 TDI CR with 110PS for Octavia.

    “SE Plus offers lots of extra equipment beyond SE trim at a considerably reduced cost to the customer. We’ve tailored the offering on each model to reflect the features that are most desirable.  SE Plus isn’t a special edition, but a completely new trim level that will run until the end of each vehicle’s life-cycle.”, said Chris Horrell, Škoda UK’s Product Marketing Manager.

    :” Features such as Bluetooth, a multi-function steering wheel and Škoda’s Amundsen touch-screen sat-nav system on the Octavia, Superb and Yeti will boost the appeal of SE Plus for both retail and corporate buyers.”, he added.

    SE Plus in detail:

    Octavia Hatch SE Plus (priced from £16,365 OTR)

    Additional features above SE trim include 16-inch Proxima alloy wheels, unique Kristal upholstery, rear parking sensors, Isofix front passenger seat, Amundsen touch-screen satellite navigation system, Bluetooth telephone connectivity, multi-function steering wheel and Media Device Interface (MDI) with connecting cable.

    Equipment value over SE £2,270
    Customer premium over SE £960
    Saving £1,310

    Superb Hatch SE Plus (priced from £21,350 OTR)

    Additional features above SE trim include Amundsen touch-screen satellite navigation system, Bluetooth telephone connectivity, multi-function steering wheel, sunset privacy glass and Media Device Interface (MDI) with connecting cable.

    Equipment value over SE £2,485
    Customer premium over SE £1,210
    Saving £1,275

    Yeti SE Plus (priced from £17,410 OTR)

    Additional features above SE trim include unique Kristal upholstery, Amundsen touch-screen satellite navigation system, CD autochanger, Bluetooth telephone connectivity, multi-function steering wheel, electric driver and passenger seats, rear passenger folding tables on back of front seats.

    Equipment value over SE £1,310
    Customer premium over SE £700
    Saving £610

    Fabia Hatchback SE Plus (priced from £11,825 OTR)

    Additional features above SE trim include unique Kristal upholstery, sunset privacy glass, climate control, multi-function steering wheel, electric rear windows, storage boxes under the front seats, protective black side mouldingsand Media Device Interface (MDI) with connecting cable.

    Equipment value over SE £1,210
    Customer premium over SE £590
    Saving £620

    Roomster SE Plus (priced from £13,560 OTR)

    Additional features above SE trim include 15-inch Antares alloy wheels, unique Kristal upholstery, roof rails, climate control, multi-function steering wheel and Media Device Interface (MDI) with connecting cable.

    Equipment value over SE £945
    Customer premium over SE £530
    Saving £415

    Skoda’s new SE Plus trim level goes on sale from 3 May 2011.

    Skoda now offers SE Plus Trim Level

    New Engines:

    Octavia Hatch Octavia Hatch Octavia Estate Octavia Estate
    SE Plus 1.8 TSI 152PS SE Plus 2.0 TDI 110PS SE Plus 1.8 TSI 152PS SE Plus 2.0TDI 110PS
    Emissions
    CO2 (g/km) 158 126 158 126
    Engine & Drivetrain
    CC 1,798 1,968 1798 1,968
    Transmission type Manual Manual Manual Manual
    Performance
    0 to 62 mph (sec) 7.8 11 7.9 11.1
    Engine power – PS 152 110 152 110
    – at RPM 4500-6200 4200 4500-6200 4200
    Engine torque – NM 250 280 250 280
    – at RPM 1500-4500 1750-2750 1500-4500 1750-2500
    Top speed (mph) 135 121 136 121
    Fuel consumption
    Urban (mpg) 29.7 46.3 29.7 44.8
    Extra urban (mpg) 51.4 70.6 51.4 65.7
    Combined (mpg) 40.9 58.9 40.9 57.6
    Superb Hatch Superb Estate Yeti
    SE Plus 1.8 TSI 152PS SE Plus 1.8 TSI 152PS SE Plus 1.8 TSI 152PS 4×4
    Emissions
    CO2 (g/km) 169 170 189
    Engine & Drivetrain
    CC 1,798 1,798 1798
    Transmission type Manual Manual Manual
    Performance
    0 to 62 mph (sec) 8.6 8.6 8.4
    Engine power – PS 152 152 152
    – at RPM 4,500-6,200 4,500-6,200 4300-6200
    Engine torque – NM 250 250 250
    – at RPM 1,500-4,500 1,500-4,500 1500-4500
    Top speed (mph) 137 135 125
    Fuel consumption
    Urban (mpg) 30.1 29.7 28
    Extra urban (mpg) 47.9 47.9 40.9
    Combined (mpg) 39.2 38.7 35.3

    Prices:

    Fabia SE Plus Recommended basic VAT RRP Recommended OTR
    Hatch 1.2 12V 69PS 5spd £9,383.33 £1,876.67 £11,260.00 £11,825.00
    1.2 TSI 86PS 5spd £9,895.83 £1,979.17 £11,875.00 £12,440.00
    1.2 TSI 105PS 5spd £10,445.83 £2,089.17 £12,535.00 £13,100.00
    1.2 TSI 105PS 7spd DSG £11,041.67 £2,208.33 £13,250.00 £13,815.00
    1.6 TDI CR 75PS 5spd DPF £10,575.00 £2,115.00 £12,690.00 £13,255.00
    1.6 TDI CR 90PS 5spd DPF £11,066.67 £2,213.33 £13,280.00 £13,845.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS 5spd DPF £11,254.17 £2,250.83 £13,505.00 £14,070.00
    Estate 1.2 12V 69PS 5spd £10,091.67 £2,018.33 £12,110.00 £12,675.00
    1.2 TSI 86PS 5spd £10,604.17 £2,120.83 £12,725.00 £13,290.00
    1.2 TSI 105PS 5spd £11,154.17 £2,230.83 £13,385.00 £13,950.00
    1.2 TSI 105PS 7spd DSG £11,750.00 £2,350.00 £14,100.00 £14,665.00
    1.6 TDI CR 75PS 5spd DPF £11,283.33 £2,256.67 £13,540.00 £14,105.00
    1.6 TDI CR 90PS 5spd DPF £11,775.00 £2,355.00 £14,130.00 £14,695.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS 5spd DPF £11,962.50 £2,392.50 £14,355.00 £14,920.00

    Roomster SE Plus Recommended basic VAT RRP Recommended OTR
    1.2 TSI 69PS 5spd £10,720.83 £2,144.17 £12,865.00 £13,560.00
    1.2 TSI 86PS 5spd £11,270.83 £2,254.17 £13,525.00 £14,205.00
    1.2 TSI 105PS 5spd £11,825.00 £2,365.00 £14,190.00 £14,870.00
    1.2 TSI 105PS 7spd DSG £12,429.17 £2,485.83 £14,915.00 £15,595.00
    1.6 TDI CR 90PS 5spd DPF £12,445.83 £2,489.17 £14,935.00 £15,500.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS 5spd DPF £12,633.33 £2,526.67 £15,160.00 £15,725.00
    Yeti SE Plus Recommended basic VAT RRP Recommended OTR
    1.2 TSI 105PS £13,929.17 £2,785.83 £16,715.00 £17,410.00
    1.2 TSI 105PS DSG £14,887.50 £2,977.50 £17,865.00 £18,560.00
    1.4 TSI 122PS £14,566.67 £2,913.33 £17,480.00 £18,210.00
    1.8T TSI 152PS 4×4 £16,041.67 £3,208.33 £19,250.00 £20,260.00
    2.0 TDI CR 110PS DPF £15,058.33 £3,011.67 £18,070.00 £18,750.00
    2.0 TDI CR 110PS 4×4 DPF £16,475.00 £3,295.00 £19,770.00 £20,500.00
    2.0 TDI CR 140PS 4×4 DPF £17,162.50 £3,432.50 £20,595.00 £21,325.00
    2.0 TDI CR 140PS 4×4 DSG DPF £18,120.83 £3,624.17 £21,745.00 £22,575.00
    2.0 TDI CR 170PS 4×4 DPF £17,858.33 £3,571.67 £21,430.00 £22,160.00
    Octavia   SE Plus Recommended basic VAT RRP Recommended OTR
    Hatch 1.4 TSI 122PS £13,058.33 £2,611.67 £15,670.00 £16,365.00
    1.4 TSI 122PS DSG £14,025.00 £2,805.00 £16,830.00 £17,525.00
    1.8 TSI 152PS £13,516.67 £2,703.33 £16,220.00 £16,950.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS DPF £14,695.83 £2,939.17 £17,635.00 £18,200.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS DSG DPF £15,662.50 £3,132.50 £18,795.00 £19,360.00
    2.0 TDI CR 110PS DPF £15,125.00 £3,025.00 £18,150.00 £18,715.00
    2.0 TDI CR 140PS DPF £15,729.17 £3,145.83 £18,875.00 £19,440.00
    Estate 1.4 TSI 122PS £13,975.00 £2,795.00 £16,770.00 £17,465.00
    1.4 TSI 122PS DSG £14,941.67 £2,988.33 £17,930.00 £18,625.00
    1.8 TSI 152PS £14,433.33 £2,886.67 £17,320.00 £18,050.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS DPF £15,612.50 £3,122.50 £18,735.00 £19,300.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS DSG DPF £16,579.17 £3,315.83 £19,895.00 £20,460.00
    2.0 TDI CR 110PS DPF £16,041.67 £3,208.33 £19,250.00 £19,815.00
    2.0 TDI CR 140PS DPF £16,645.83 £3,329.17 £19,975.00 £20,540.00
    Superb  SE Plus Recommended basic VAT RRP Recommended OTR
    Hatch 1.8 TSI 152PS £17,100.00 £3,420.00 £20,520.00 £21,350.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS DPF £17,462.50 £3,492.50 £20,955.00 £21,520.00
    2.0 TDI CR 140PS DPF £17,975.00 £3,595.00 £21,570.00 £22,265.00
    2.0 TDI CR 140PS DSG DPF £19,066.67 £3,813.33 £22,880.00 £23,610.00
    2.0 TDI CR 170PS DPF £18,737.50 £3,747.50 £22,485.00 £23,180.00
    2.0 TDI CR 170PS DSG DPF £19,829.17 £3,965.83 £23,795.00 £24,525.00
    Estate 1.8 TSI 152PS £18,150.00 £3,630.00 £21,780.00 £22,610.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS DPF £18,512.50 £3,702.50 £22,215.00 £22,895.00
    2.0 TDI CR 140PS DPF £19,025.00 £3,805.00 £22,830.00 £23,525.00
    2.0 TDI CR 140PS DSG DPF £20,116.67 £4,023.33 £24,140.00 £24,870.00
    2.0 TDI CR 170PS DPF £19,787.50 £3,957.50 £23,745.00 £24,475.00
    2.0 TDI CR 170PS DSG DPF £20,879.17 £4,175.83 £25,055.00 £25,785.00

    Source: Skoda

  • Red Bull Skoda Team

    The Red Bull Skoda team will make its official debut at the Mexico Rally, next weekend (5-6th March). This is the first round of the 2011 S-WRC series.

    Juho Hanninen and Mikko Markkula, will be driving a Skoda Fabia S2000.

    The Mexico Rally is one of the most interesting courses of the entire S-WRC series. It features gravel event around Leon with high altitudes and at high temperatures. (more…)

  • 2011 Skoda Fabia Monte Carlo

    Skoda Fabia will introduce a special edition – Monte Carlo, which is a  new model with enhanced sports styling and bespoke interior. The vehicle is launched specially to celebrate 100 years of the Monte Carlo Rally.

    The exterior boasts a dynamic look with piano-black body trim extended over the wheel arches and down the full length of the car, (more…)

  • 2011 Skoda Fabia vRS S2000 Special Edition – 1.4 TSI with 180HP

    Skoda has released a Special Edition of the hot hatchback – Fabia vRS. It is named IRC Skoda Fabia S2000 vRS Edition. The limited edition of the Fabia vRS uses a lot of design ideas from its rallying cousin, which has the same green color, as well as many white stripes on the roof, alloy wheels and stickers.

    This version will be limited to just 200 units. It is powered by 1.4TSI with 180HP (132 kW), which powers the standard vRS Fabia.

    The small hot hatchback accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 7.3 seconds and the top speed is 224 km/h ( 139 mph ). (more…)

  • Skoda adds Haldex AWD system to Octavia and Superb

    Skoda will offer AWD system on a variety of its models, because they finally understood that the customers has certain needs. The fourth-generation Haldex system is much similar to those used in Volkswagen Golf, Audi A3 and TT, unlike the Torsen systems found in longitudinally-engined cars like Audi’s sedans.

    The new system will be available as an option for Superb and Octavia along with a new 2.0 liter TDI with DSG transmission. (more…)

  • 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 Superb is now available with 1.6 TDI CR

    Skoda Superb is now available with a new 1.6 TDI CR engine. The power unit delivers 105bhp and 250Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in 12.5 seconds and has a top speed of 188km/h (117mph).

    The new diesel engine replaces 1.9 TDI PD. Combined mpg has been improved by an impressive 6.9mpg for the Hatch, and 5.6mpg for the Estate while emissions have been reduced by a remarkable 19g/km and 20g/km respectively. (more…)

  • Skoda Yeti is named Car of the Year 2010

    Skosa Yeti received the top award in the 2010 Auto Express New Car Awards. It is named „Car of the Year” by the top-selling weekly automotive magazine and website.

    Skoda took totally five awards at the event, held Tuesday evening, 3 August. Skoda Superb was named Best Family Car and the Estate version took the Best Estate Car award. Furthermore, Yeti was also awarded Best Crossover. (more…)