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The Skoda Octavia Scout Debuts

Posted in : New Launches, Skoda

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The New Skoda Octavia Scout Takes the First Drive:

Features
Make: Skoda
Model: Octavia Scout
Place of Origin: Yorkshire
Price – £19,690 approximately
Engine: petrol with 2.0 litre unit, and turbo-diesel with just 10 horses shy of petrol unit
Horsepower: 150 bhp
Torque: from 147lb/ft to 236lb/ft.
Rev: 1,500rpm
Acceleration pick: Pulling strongly through all six gears the 62mph comes up in 10.2 seconds on the way to a 122mph top speed.
Availability: Currently Available
Main Rival Cars – Subaru Legacy Outback, Toyota Rav4, Nissan X-Trail, Honda CR-V
Pros: Handsome looks, powerful diesel engine, surprising amount of off-road grip aided by clever traction control, overall quality
Cons: interior adornments do not give rich looks, lack of engine braking in first gear, engine tends to become lethargic.

Performance
With The ESP upgraded The Scout Octavia is capable of a rugged makeover through the added off-road ability. This also includes features like Hill Hold, brake drying and trailer stability.

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