Ahead of an official unveiling expected in the next few days, the Czech manufacturer has released teaser images of the new 2013 Octavia.
Skoda has released a number of images of its new Octavia ahead of an official unveil expected over the coming days.
The shots give little away as to the design of Skoda’s C-segment challenger, but it will carry the same front grille treatment as the Rapid, as well as similar taillights with an exaggerated C-shaped graphic. It will also feature a kick-up line in the side window line for the first time.
Built on the Volkswagen Group’s flexible MQB platform, the 2013 Octavia will be slightly larger than before, to further distance itself from the recently-introduced Rapid. The most revealing image is of the dashboard, which features a range of familiar VW Group components. Skoda has previously said it will introduce more upmarket versions with more luxurious cabins.
The Octavia’s international engine line-up will likely be a 138bhp 1.4 TSI petrol and a 104bhp 1.6 TDI diesel. A 220bhp vRS version is scheduled for a reveal globally next summer. India is likely to get the 2.0-litre diesel and a 1.8-litre turbo petrol motor which are likley to be carried forward from Skoda's current Indian lineup.
The biggest question is how Skoda will position the new Octavia in our market, especially considering the Laura continues to be a strong seller even after all these years.
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