Skoda Octavia 1996 Hatchback
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This generation of Skoda Octavia has been produced from January, 1996 to December, 2000. We can provide information about 14 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.
This Skoda is available with six petrol engines with displacement from 1.4 to 2.0 litres and power of from 60 to 150 horsepower un three diesel engines with displacement 1.9 litres and power of from 68 to 110 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (9 versions), as well as automatic (5 versions) gearbox.
Skoda Octavia 1996 hatchback average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 7.4 to 9.2 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5.1 to 5.3 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Skoda Octavia 1996 hatchback petrol engine version is Skoda Octavia 1.4, consuming 7.4 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Skoda Octavia 1996 hatchback diesel - Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI for 100 kilometers consumes 5.1 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Skoda Octavia real-world fuel consumption is on average the same as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average the same for petrol engines and +3% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Skoda Octavia modification.
Skoda Octavia 1996 hatchback CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 182 to 221 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 138 to 140 grams per kilometer. From Skoda Octavia with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Skoda Octavia 1.6 which produces an average of 182 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Skoda Octavia diesels least CO2 distributes Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI - 138 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 8.5 seconds has Skoda Octavia 1.8 20V Turbo version, conversely the tardiest one is Skoda Octavia 1.9 SDI reaching this speed only in 18.9 seconds. The maximum top speed is 215 km/h for the 1.8 petrol 4-cylinder 150 hp version (Skoda Octavia 1.8 20V Turbo).
Lenght of Skoda Octavia is 451 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - Skoda Octavia is about 1 cm longer than Opel Vectra, but 5 cm shorter than Ford Mondeo hatchback. Skoda Octavia gross weight is from 1700 to 1845 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 7 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles.
This Skoda is in average price group - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 900 €. Users calculated Skoda Octavia 1996 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1900 € cost per year and 0.14 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 55%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 26% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Skoda Octavia for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Skoda Octavia prices and costs.
Skoda Octavia modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Skoda Octavia 1999 1.4
Jan 1999 — Dec 2000 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Skoda Octavia 1997 1.6
Jan 1997 — Oct 2000 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Skoda Octavia 1997 1.6 Jan 1997 — Oct 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Skoda Octavia 1997 1.6 Jan 1997 — Oct 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Skoda Octavia 1997 1.8 20V Jan 1997 — Jan 2000 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Skoda Octavia 1997 1.8 20V Jan 1997 — Jan 2000 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Skoda Octavia 1998 1.8 20V Turbo
Oct 1998 — Oct 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Skoda Octavia 1999 1.8 20V Turbo
Sep 1999 — Oct 2000 Most powerfull petrol version (150 HP) |
1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Skoda Octavia 1997 1.9 SDI
Jan 1997 — Oct 2000 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 68 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Skoda Octavia 1997 1.9 TDI
Jan 1997 — Oct 2000 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Skoda Octavia 1996 1.9 TDI | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Skoda Octavia 1999 1.9 TDI
Jan 1999 — Oct 2000 Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Skoda Octavia 2000 2.0 Jan 2000 — Oct 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Skoda Octavia 2000 2.0 Jan 2000 — Oct 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Skoda Octavia prices
Skoda Octavia 1996 - 2000 hatchback price in Latvia is from 300 € to 1400 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Skoda Octavia price is entirely high (compare hatchbacks 1996 - 2000 prices).
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skoda Octavia 1997 price | 300 € | 900 € | 1400 € |
Skoda Octavia total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Skoda Octavia? Users calculated Skoda Octavia 1996 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1900 € cost per year and 0.14 € cost per one kilometer.
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Skoda Octavia reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Skoda Octavia reliability is above average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2011 defects were detected in an average of 24.6 percent of Skoda Octavia of this generation (on average 13 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 26%.
Skoda Octavia 1996 hatchback features (options)
Percentage of Skoda Octavia with corresponding feature (option)
59% Metallic paint
50% Conditioning
47% Heated seats
26% Sunroof
24% Climate control
18%
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| Purchase year: | 2012 (age of car 11 years) | Owned for: | 100`000 kilometers (4 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 600 € (~ 150 € per year) | ||
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