Automobile Skoda Octavia is one of the legendary representatives of the C-class segment in Europe. Today it is one of the most successful sedans (liftbacks) that have ever been produced in the vastness of the Old World. The machine is delivered to almost all developed countries of the world, it is in demand even in places of sale unusual for European cars. With each generation, the car changed power plants, modified the technical component. This was the reason for a rather large line of units on secondary market, as well as a huge selection of cars in the showroom. To date, the company uses the developments of Volkswagen, installing only the most advanced units in Skoda. So, let's look at the best Skoda Octavia engines, indicating the models in which they were used.

Interestingly, the corporation has a huge number of advantages that are hidden not only in engines. All vehicle systems are quite reliable and offer quality solutions. You can use the power plants for a long time and will not get any problems with the units. However, there are a number of misconceptions about this machine. There is a somewhat biased attitude towards not the most popular powerful engines and excessive love for small aggregates, which is not justified by anything. Therefore, it is much better to use not only public opinion, but also specific owner reviews about a particular car to find real opinions about the engine. This will help to understand if there are children's problems and other troubles with the power unit. Most likely, this way you can find a lot of advantages and disadvantages for each Skoda engine. Let's start with the main known facts.

Skoda Octavia Tour - 1.8 Turbo as the ideal engine

Under the hood of the first generation, which later became known as the Tour, at first there were only atmospheric engines MPI type. But over time, the company got the opportunity to install a piped 1.8 Turbo unit. It was this Skoda that became one of the most reliable in this generation. The main features of the operation of this car make it possible to understand how hardy the unit is. There are several major advantages of the engine:

• larger volume than most units for this class, good throttle response and engine endurance, which increases its potential service life in a car;
• a turbine that works flawlessly, there are no problems with it even on very old cars that are poorly maintained and drive a lot of kilometers at enterprises;
• the simplest gearboxes in sets, they often buy cars on mechanics, there are not so many automatic machines on the market, a very reliable combination of the engine and gearbox in the Tour model;
• power 150 and 180 horses, there are versions with all-wheel drive and raised ground clearance, which become real crossovers for owners, good equipment;
• consumption is not higher than on junior power plants, since the power allows you to drag the car without any problems and give it a reserve even in the most difficult situations on the track.

Cars with this engine were produced for a long time. For about 10 years they lived on the assembly line without much change. However, at one time this modification was one of the most expensive, so there are not so many Tour 1.8 Turbo representatives on the secondary market. Nevertheless, the engine is very reliable and interesting, which proves its use on Volkswagen Passat, Bora, Golf and other models of the concern.

Skoda Octavia A5 - 2.0 FSI without a turbine, but with character

Another engine with 150 horses under the hood is a slightly forced aspirated FSI type with a volume of 2 liters. There are versions on the mechanics or on the machine, the machine is made with slight differences from its main rivals on the market. The car has good ground clearance and offers fairly large 16-inch wheels in the base. There are several important decisions in the configuration that distinguish the model. The engine features are as follows:

• power is not felt so strongly on the machine, but the 6-speed manual fully reveals the capabilities of the machine, there are a number of advantages in technical performance;
• the motor is hardy, a large volume gives it a huge advantage of a rather long service life, the resource is not limited to 500,000 km, even without a major overhaul;
• engine reliability is maintained even with not the highest quality of service, but it is better not to take risks with oils and other service details by buying recommended solutions;
• there is a danger that the car will require repair, but for this you need to try hard to destroy technical details models to make it not so reliable;
• the engine is rather gluttonous, which is its only drawback, but in the highway mode, FSI shows its best side, reducing fuel consumption to a minimum.

Using already known technologies, Skoda has produced a revolutionary engine. It was installed on many models in 2006 and several subsequent years. Now cars with such a unit serve the owners without problems and difficulties. There are no childhood illnesses and breakdowns that would make you spend large sums of money. This unit has fully justified the purchase for many car owners.

Is the 1.6 MPI engine so good on the Skoda Octavia?

On all generations of the Octavia car, a 1.6 MPI power unit was installed. In many versions, it was the base unit. This is the simplest engine that Volkswagen has used for the entire passenger car range since 1998, when the unit was upgraded. The technologies were taken from the past, they were very reliable and brought real durability. But in Skoda, all this has taken on a different meaning:

• the company's specialists decided to experiment with a good engine, for the A5, this power unit was lightened, modernized and modified;
• after that, the power plant began to show problems that were not previously inherent in the model, in particular, overhaul the motor is practically impracticable;
• the reduced fuel consumption is really pleasing - in urban mode you can drive 7.5-8 liters of fuel for 100 km, on the highway the consumption drops to 6 liters, which is very pleasing;
• all 105 Horse power work for a more comfortable movement, the car shows good dynamics with all its insignificant power indicators;
• reliability is guaranteed up to 200,000 km, then problems may begin that should always be considered when buying a used car of this Skoda generation.

The new generation A7 also installs this powertrain as the cheapest option. It has been slightly modernized, received Russian production and has become even cheaper to sell. But its main characteristics have been preserved, as well as the main problems. You will not be able to repair this once very reliable and hardy German unit. When buying, it is worth remembering the limited resource of the car.

The best Skoda Octavia A7 engine - choose a diesel

Among the petrol units of the new generation Octavia there is not only the standard 1.6 MPI. A 1.4 TSI engine with an excellent turbine and 150 horsepower is introduced, there is also a 1.8 TSI with a potential of 180 horsepower. But the greatest attention of lovers of truly good technology is attracted by the 2.0 TDI engine with 143 horses. This is a very interesting diesel unit with the following features:

• highest reliability, huge engine potential even in the most difficult conditions, which is rare for diesel power plants recent years of development;
• very high potential and excellent power of the power unit, excellent technical capabilities of the car, good acceleration and excellent travel speed;
• equipment DSG box- a branded German robot from Volkswagen, which has become a legendary solution for lovers of automatic machines that do not increase the fuel consumption of a car;
• diesel consumption is simply amazing - 6.4 liters is enough for a city trip, the consumption completely matches the passport one, less than 5 liters of fuel per 100 km is needed for the highway;
• it is very difficult to judge the reliability of the unit, since it is installed only on new models of the corporation, but according to the history of use on VW, there is a positive trend.

Vehicles with diesel plants have a certain wary attitude in our country. But more and more buyers choose for themselves this particular option, which turns out to be suitable in all respects. There is everything here that will help you enjoy and enjoy the operation of transport. On the theoretical shortcomings of cars with diesel unit Very little is known about the 2.0 TDI, so it's worth waiting for feedback from numerous owners. We invite you to watch a video review Skoda car Octavia A7:

Summing up

Skoda Octavia cars in all generations were bestsellers in their class. This is one of the models that has received maximum advantages in comparison with competitors and has been able to sell incredible numbers for three generations. There is a tendency to increase demand for European cars, and Skoda is in one of the first places in this list. The main competitor for the brand is Renault, but the French C-class is very weak. So there are no alternatives to lovers of European technology, and this is one of the most important benefits when buying a vehicle.

It is worth recognizing that not all Octavia engines turned out to be really successful and of high quality. There are units that did not meet the expectations of the corporation and did not become the best in their segment. But even not the most successful options were much better than some other solutions of competitors. Whatever Skoda engine is under the hood of your car, with the help of good service can be achieved very High Quality operation and the absence of any problems. And what power unit from this concern do you consider the best?

The engine is the main part of any "iron horse", it is the heart of the car, without which it is a pile of iron. Skoda produces high-quality and reliable power units, but Volkswagen engines are also installed on Octavia. This article will tell you which engines were installed and installed on the Skoda Octavia, look at the characteristics and comparisons one with the other.

The production of engines for Skoda cars began with the fact that engineers thought about how to make a motor good quality reliable and at the same time affordable. The decision came by itself. After developing the first prototype, the company realized that it needed to implement other solutions to find a way out. Together, Skoda and Volkswagen developed the first gasoline engine, which was on the first generation.

Subsequently, all other engine models were designed jointly, and it does not matter that the Skoda emblem was on the top cover. VW engineers entered into the engine power indicators and calculations of compliance with each generation of Czech cars.

To date, all engines that are installed on Skoda are designed and assembled Volkswagen Group. This served as an opinion among motorists that the engines were reliable and of high quality, since they were made by the Germans.

Engine MPi

MPi is the latest generation of internal combustion engines that are installed on the Octavia. They came to replace the unreliable TSi. This is an aspirated, which has a volume of 1.6 liters and a power of 110 horses. Quite simple and easy to maintain, but compared to others, it has increased fuel consumption.

In the future, Skoda plans to release another 2.0 autospheric, which should produce up to 160 hp. Motorists do not really believe in this refinement and development, but time will tell.

Engine TSi

TSI is gasoline ICE turbocharged. The manufacturer has several volumes with which it was produced: 1.2, 1.4, 1.8. Of course, it is worth noting that depending on the volume, the price of the car also fluctuates. Consider each motor separately:

1,2 TSi- a small engine, which, according to buyers of the CIS, does not justify itself, because it lacks power characteristics. 105 horses, which this in-line four is equipped with for those who like to "drive" - ​​this is of course not enough. A cylinder of 71.0 mm and a piston stroke of 75.6 do not give a sense of drive. There is another side average consumption is about 7 liters, which saves on fuel. To date, the model with this engine is not produced in the CIS and is intended only for the European consumer.

1,4 TSi – gasoline engine with a middle class turbine. Buyers like it very much, because 140 hp. enough for a good trip on the highway. They were equipped with pretty good gearboxes: 6-speed manual and 7-speed automatic transmission, which gave more power and dynamics when traveling. Also, the owners were pleased with the fuel consumption of 7 liters, although according to technical data it should be 5.5-6 liters. A car with this internal combustion engine gained momentum quite well and showed sharp transitions from a smooth to a jerk of the rhythm of the trip. The disadvantage of the motor was a weak timing system, which repeatedly led to a broken belt and bent valves.

1,8 TSi- the most powerful gasoline engine of the entire line. The turbine only added power, but even without it the car behaved confidently. It was equipped with a 7-speed automatic, which responded quite well and quickly to all driver commands. The advantage of this internal combustion engine was that the operating range is wide and the power of 180 horses is already felt at 1500 rpm. The average fuel consumption is 7-7.5 liters, instead of the declared 6.2-6.5.

According to the reviews of owners and mechanics, one drawback of this line of Skoda Octavia engines remains a weak gas distribution mechanism. Of course, there are a number of other issues to consider, such as slightly expensive parts and maintenance.

Engine TDi

TDi- diesel engine with turbine. As you know, diesel internal combustion engines are designed for power, which the manufacturer proves. 143 horsepower with a volume of two liters is enough to feel confident in the suburban and urban cycles. Pretty good indicator of consumption - 5.5 liters.

Every owner of a diesel engine knows that it is reliable, economical and of high quality. The resource is designed for 650-700 km, which allows you to travel a lot with confidence.

The disadvantage is expensive service, since the manufacturer recommends pouring only branded oil and use consumables manufactured by Skoda. At the same time, low-quality domestic diesel fuel leads to repair of injection pump and fuel, every 60-70 thousand km. In its turn, expendable materials cost pretty good money, which affects the volume of the owner's wallet.

limited edition

Limited version or deluxe engine L&K, which are assembled by hand and put onOctaviawith a volume of 1.8 turbo. The engine has quite high power characteristics.V-shaped engine with 20 valves, produces 180 horsepower. The main difference from the rest is that they are a limited series and it is put on cars Skoda Octavia premium class. At the moment, this line is considered one of the best and most reliable, but the price is too high.

Comparison of engine characteristics

It is rather difficult to compare one and the other engine with each other, since many factors must be taken into account that play a role in this. This may include, from engine size to maintenance costs.

It is best to consider the main characteristics for comparison in the table:

Engine	1.6 MPi	2.0TDi	1.2TSi	1.4TSi	1.8TSi
fuel type	petrol	turbine diesel	turbocharged petrol	turbocharged petrol	turbocharged petrol
Volume	1598	1968	1197	1395	1798
Cylinders, qty	4	4	4	4	4
Cylinder arrangement	lineman	lineman	lineman	lineman	lineman
Compression	—	16,2	10,5	10,5	9,6
Valves, qty	16	16	16	16	16
Power characteristics, h.p.	110	143	105	140	179
Torque, N*m	155	320	175	250	250

Which engine is better

For every motorist, the engine that they like is the best. If we consider from the side of traction power, then of course diesel is out of competition. It withstands loads better than gasoline. The option, on the speed side, is a turbocharged petrol that develops speed quickly and sharply.

If you look at the practical point, then the best option is a small-capacity turbine or aspirated. 1.2 TSi - consumes the least amount of fuel, and 1.6 MPi - inexpensive to maintain and repair.

Considering the question of which engine is better, we can definitely say the one that does not break. But, there are none. Therefore, each owner approaches the choice of an engine from an individual point of view and looks at what is best for him. Someone can afford to pay for the repair of the fuel and high-pressure fuel pump, while for someone a simple aspirated will become a burden.

Lack of engines of the Octavia line

The main disadvantage of the entire Octavia series is that the ECU is not flashed correctly, and in order to achieve maximum power and reduce consumption, some owners flash their cars with “Custom” software. Of course, this can lead to problems with on-board computer, but that doesn't stop Octavia owners.

Often, there were cases when, after such a firmware, the internal combustion engine failed, and the owner had to pay a considerable amount for repairs, and worse, and the replacement of the power unit itself. So, do not flash control units with unknown software.

Output

Having considered the whole the lineup Octavia engines, it should be noted that they were all pretty good, reliable and easy to operate and repair. With each new generation, designers and manufacturers improve performance. The only thing that is missing compared to the rest of the manufacturer is a reduction in consumption. As he was at around 9-10 liters, he remained. In all other respects, the entire Skoda Octavia ICE line performed quite well.

The S-Class family car Skoda Octavia first appeared on the market in 1996. Thanks to its spaciousness, reliability and economy, it has become very popular among a wide range of motorists. It is offered in liftback and station wagon body styles, which is the optimal solution for family car. Another advantage is the low fuel consumption of the Skoda Octavia, which significantly reduces the cost of maintaining the car.

Skoda Octavia engines and their official consumption

During the release, the Skoda Octavia was equipped with different engines, characterized by high operational characteristics. Most popular versions:

1. petrol 1.2 supercharged;
2. petrol 1.4 - turbocharged and atmospheric versions;
3. gasoline aspirated 1.6 l;
4. 1.8 l turbo, gasoline;
5. diesel volume 2.0.

All of them are distinguished by high specific power, increased reliability, thanks to the balance of characteristics, fuel consumption on the Skoda Octavia remains one of the most economical in its class.

First generation

This modification of the Skoda Octavia was produced until 2000, and was equipped with 4 gasoline engines, mechanical or automatic transmission and front wheel drive. A 1.4 liter power unit with a power of 60 hp was installed on the budget version. accelerating the car to hundreds in 18 seconds. Its fuel consumption is 5.7 liters on the highway and 10.5 in city mode. On average, it turns out 7.6 liters.

The 1.6 engine was installed in two versions for 75 horsepower and a forced version for 101 horsepower. They accelerated to hundreds in 14.4 and 11.7 seconds, respectively. The consumption of both engines turned out to be almost identical, on a busy road 10.7, on a free road - 5.9, and on average 7.2 liters of gasoline per 100 km are obtained.

In a more powerful configuration, Octavia was equipped with a 1.8 engine, which was offered in two versions - 125 or 150 forces. They were aggregated mechanically or automatic transmission gears. Fuel consumption for this configuration of the Skoda Octavia was 12 liters in traffic and 6.8 on the highway. On average, 8.5 liters per 100 km are consumed.

The top version was equipped with a 2-liter engine with 115 hp. - reliable and unpretentious. Acceleration to hundreds is carried out in 10.8 seconds. Due to the balance of characteristics, the gasoline consumption of this Octavia engine is very economical - on the highway 6.1, on busy streets and in traffic jams 11.2, in the combined cycle 7.8 liters per 100 kilometers.

Less popular with us was a 1.9 liter diesel engine of varying degrees of forcing from 70 to 130 horses. Its fuel consumption is from 7 liters in the urban traffic cycle, up to 4.3 on the highway, in mixed mode it turns out about 5 liters per hundred.

restyling

In 2000, Skoda Octavia was restyled, he touched her exterior, making it more interesting and dynamic. Salon has become more spacious and comfortable.

Regarding engines - another one appeared a budget option 1.4 boosted to 75 hp, with which the car on the mechanics accelerated to 173 km / h. In the city, the consumption of such an engine is 9.6 liters, on a free road 6, in the combined cycle 7.2 liters per hundred kilometers.

Second generation

A new generation of Skoda Octavia appeared in 2004, the body was redesigned, which became more dynamic and attractive. The range of engines included new models, more powerful and economical. The Scout 4 × 4 station wagon appeared - a five-door off-road model.

The budget version remained with the 1.4 engine, but already at 80 hp, with acceleration dynamics to hundreds of 14.2 seconds. The highest fuel consumption is 9.6 liters, on highway 5.6, averaging 6.8 liters of gasoline per 100 kilometers.

The power of modification 1.6 was increased to 102 forces, acceleration to hundreds in 12.3 s, and fuel consumption is almost the same as in the younger version. In traffic, it is 9.7 liters, on the highway 5.7, an average of 7.3 liters. A car equipped with automatic transmission, consumption in the city increases by 1.5 liters.

Another version of the power unit with a volume of 1.6 liters for 115 horses has improved dynamic characteristics. Their balance made it possible to further reduce fuel consumption - on busy streets and in traffic jams 8.7 liters, on a free road 5.4 liters.

Version 1.8 supercharged with 160 forces accelerates the car to hundreds in just 8.1 s, while gasoline consumption in the city is 10.1, on the highway 5.9, in the combined cycle 7.6 liters per 100 kilometers.

The two-liter version was boosted to 150 hp, acceleration to hundreds with it was 10.1 seconds. Gasoline consumption per 100 kilometers in this configuration is 6.3 on the highway, in the city 11.8 liters, an average of 8.2 liters.

The 1.9 diesel engine received the power of 105 horses, and accelerates the Octavia to the first hundred in 11.8 seconds. At the same time, the consumption diesel fuel 4.3 liters per 100 km on the highway, in the city 6.5.

restyling

The second generation Octavia was upgraded in 2008, its design was modernized, along with the old ones, other, even more powerful and economical engines. Version 1.4 received a turbocharged version with 122 horsepower. The car began to accelerate to 100 km / h in just 9.7 seconds, and the average gas mileage was 6.3 liters per hundred, in the city 8, on the highway 5. Versions with robotic box, consumption increases by an average of 0.5 liters in each of the modes.

The 1.8 engine was derated to 152 horses, with dynamics of 8.1 s to the first hundred. This reduced fuel consumption to 5.5 on the highway per 100 km / h, 6.4 in mixed mode, 9.5 in city streets.

third generation

The new generation A7 Skoda Octavia was introduced in 2013 and was produced until 2016. The manufacturer continued to work on supercharged engines. It was on them that the developers relied, believing that the decrease in reliability is justified by the decrease in fuel consumption. There was one aspirated 1.6 with the characteristics of previous generations.

A turbocharged 1.2 engine for 105 horses appeared, with mechanics or a DSG automatic, it consumes 6.1 liters in traffic, 4.1 on the highway and 4.8 on average.

The 1.4 engine was modified and began to produce 150 horsepower. Octavia of this configuration accelerates to hundreds in 8.1 s. Gasoline consumption in this case is 6.9 liters per 100 kilometers, 4.9 on the highway, 5.5 liters - average consumption.

The 1.8 engine was again boosted to 180 horses by installing a powerful turbine. Acceleration dynamics is 7.3 seconds to 100 km / h, and the fuel consumption of Octavia in this configuration is 5.5 on the highway, 8.2 in the city, 6.5 liters in mixed mode per hundred kilometers.

The 2.0 diesel power unit produces 150 horses, is characterized by increased reliability, dynamics - 8.6 seconds to hundreds, highest flow 5.8 liters, on the highway - 4.6.

There is an economical diesel 1.6 Greenline II - a five-door model popular in Europe. It consumes 4 liters in mixed mode.

restyling

Another restyling of Octavia was carried out in 2017, with an updated exterior, more modern and comfortable interior. The range of engines remained the same as in previous generation, and their fuel consumption has not changed.

How to reduce fuel consumption on Skoda Octavia

Often, owner reviews indicate that fuel consumption deviates significantly from passport data. This is especially true for supercharged power units. But, as experience shows, this problem can be effectively dealt with by following simple rules:

1. Pay attention to the quality of the fuel. It is recommended to refuel AI-95 only at gas stations that confirm the quality of the gasoline provided.
2. Timely maintenance, Special attention you need to pay attention to the condition of the filter spark plugs, change them according to the regulations and the oil level in the engine.
3. Periodically check the operation of the electronics for computer diagnostics, on Octavia it is quite reliable, but this point should not be ignored.
4. Timely switch to winter and summer tires, warm up the engine at low temperatures.
5. Avoid fast driving sharp accelerations and braking, which will save up to 20% of fuel.