Skoda Octavia 1996 1.8 20V Turbo
Skoda Octavia 1996 1.8 petrol description
Hatchback Skoda Octavia 1996 1.8 20V Turbo has been produced from October, 1998 to October, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 5700 rpm - this is the most powerfull Skoda Octavia 1996 - 2000 version and torque 210 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 20-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt and chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and KKK K03 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 280 up to 480 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
The weakest link in this engine is the turbine, whose failure is contributed to by a faulty ...
This Skoda Octavia 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Skoda Octavia 1996 1.8 20V Turbo has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Skoda Octavia 1996 1.8 20V Turbo accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 215 km/h.
Skoda Octavia 1996 1.8 20V Turbo fuel consumption is 7.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Skoda real everyday fuel consumption is 8.2 litres per 100 km, which is 4% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Skoda Octavia fuel consumption.

Skoda Octavia 1996 1.8 20V Turbo technical data
Model: | Skoda Octavia 1.8 20V Turbo | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 1998. October ... 2000. October | ||
Engine: | 1781 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 190 g/km |
Power: | 150 HP ON 5700 RPM | Torque: | 210 NM ON 1750 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 215 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.9 (combined) 10.9 (urban) 6.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.2 l/100km (28.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.51m (length) 1.73m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 528 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1328 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1830 kg |
Skoda Octavia 1996 1.8 20V Turbo engine AGU
Engine reliability and common problems:
The weakest link in this engine is the turbine, whose failure is contributed to by a faulty catalytic converter. The oil pump and chain tensioner also tend to have problems.Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 1781 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 81 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 86.4 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.3 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain and belt |
Fuel system | Injection |
Skoda Octavia 1996 1.8 20V Turbo oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 6.3 litres (6.7 quarts) |
Power | 150 HP ON 5700 RPM |
Torque | 210 NM ON 1750 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Volkswagen (VW) |
Start of production (year) | 1996 |
Duration of production | 9 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1999 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Golf Audi A4 Audi A3 and 6 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
All Skoda Octavia hatchback [1996 - 2000] 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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |