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The hybrid is 2.2 seconds quicker than the petrol from 50-70mph according to the press release. That seems massive in a real world scenario and impressive given the weight penalty. Wonder what the 30-70 difference is?

It makes sense for some. I'm still on the fence. BIK will be generous compared to the TSI and potentially the diesel for those wanting one as a company car. Those who only ever cover short trips and can charge at work or home may end up with only ever really using the electric side and cheaper running costs. It's not gonna be for everyone, but for some it will make sense. Pricing will play a huge part in whether it works in reality as a genuine alternative for those use cases. Autogefuhl did an English speaking video of the Cupra hybrid. I don't have the link to hand unfortunately.

VRS IV orders are being taken from 3rd November. So basically a week after the TSI 245 orders begin. First deliveries expected Jan 2021. Still no word on pricing yet for the hybrid.

Front sensors were a separate option or tied in with the Park Assist. I have 18" Geminis and Park assist and therefore the front sensors. Well specced VRS were always hard to find, especially earlier ones. When I bought mine things like Nav and Cruise Control weren't even standard! Had to do a 9 hour round trip to secure mine.

I'm also intrigued by the next Cupra Leon. However, I think the ST AWD 310ps version is going to be high 30s at best. Maybe even nudging over the 40k bracket.

New cars are expensive shocker? In January 2018 a 245 DSG hatch was £28640 list price. Accounting for inflation that's just over 30k. Given the excellent spec it has, it seems priced about right.

Agree I think the spec is excellent. You could tick no options and be happy you have a well specced car. Makes leasing one a genuine option in future if there are good deals. Canton is a must for me, Winter Pack looks a bargain at 340. I'd probably add the reverse camera too as it looks like the dynamic indicators aren't standard either and tied to that or another option.

I haven't seen the standard spec of the Golf, but I personally think the VRS prices are pretty good for 2020. It gets a lot of nice kit as standard.

Pricing and standard spec has been announced by a Skoda dealer (who I won't name). Anyway... Order book opens near the end of this month. 245ps DSG only to start with. What do we all think? The all-new OCTAVIA vRS 2.0 TSI 245PS DSG will be available for customer ordering from Tuesday 27 October. More engines will be introduced on vRS later this year, including a 2.0 TSI 245PS manual, 2.0 TDI 200PS DSG and DSG 4x4, plus the plug-in hybrid vRS iV with a 1.4 TSI iV 245PS DSG. The 2.0TSi 245PS DSG Hatchback is available from £31495 OTR and the Estate from £32695 OTR. The all new OCTAVIA vRS standard specification will include: 19-inch Altair anthracite alloy wheels, Full LED Matrix headlights with AFS (adaptive front light system), Exterior gloss black sports styling including front grille, side strip, window surrounds, door mirrors and badging, Rear privacy glass, Electrically operated boot, vRS exterior design – vRS bumpers and lip spoiler (hatch only), and red brake calipers, Chrome exhaust tailpipes, Black vRS sports upholstery with red stitching, Black headlining, Front heated seats, Three-spoke leather sports multi-function steering wheel with paddles for DSG, Carbon optic decorative inserts, Alcantara padded dash panel with contrast stitching, LED interior light pack (ambient lighting), Aluminium pedals, Columbus satellite navigation with 10-inch touchscreen display, Sports suspension (15mm lower than standard OCTAVIA, excludes vRS iV), Front and rear parking sensors with manoeuvre assist, Adaptive cruise control, Progressive dynamic steering, Keyless entry and start/stop including rear doors. Meteor Grey Special Paint is a No Cost Option. Chargeable Options available at launch include: Metallic, Pearl and Special Paint £595 Exclusive Paint £975 Dynamic chassis control (DCC) including performance mode select £925 Virtual pedal (Enables touch-free boot opening via a motion sensor under the rear bumper. If the system identifies the authorised key and detects the 'kick' motion, the boot will open. Includes electrically operated boot functionality. Includes rear LED lights (high functionality) and dynamic indicators and power-operated child safety locks) £580 Temporary space-saver spare wheel including 125/70 R18 tyre £180 Integrated tow bar with adapter (The tow bar can be easily released from the boot and folded away after use. Includes preparation of the following vehicle systems for optimised operation whilst towing: alternator, battery, fan and cooling system) £955 Rear window wiper FOC Simply clever pack - Includes a double sided boot floor, a media holder and a waste bin £95 CANTON Sound System (This sound system delivers a total output of 610W and features a 10 channel digital amplifier and 12 speakers: 6 front, 4 rear, 1 in the dashboard and a 200W subwoofer in the boot. Includes 12 pre-set sound profiles, vehicle noise cancellation and 3D surround sound. Delivers Dolby 5.1 surround sound when combined with Columbus satellite navigation system. Only in combination with Electrically Operated Boot or Virtual Pedal and temporary steel space saver spare wheel) £685 Wireless charging £325 Rear-view parking camera Including rear LED lights (high functionality) and dynamic indicators £595 Park assist (Parks the car in parallel or bay spaces) £345 Head-up display £690 Driver fatigue sensor£45 Winter pack - Includes heated steering wheel, heated windscreen and heated windscreen washer nozzles. £340 Crew protect assist and side airbags (front and rear), curtain airbags and front centre airbag (Senses when an impact is imminent and closes windows and sunroof to protect the passengers from objects entering the car as well as tightening the seatbelts ensuring occupants are in the safest possible position) £665 Prices and specification correct as at 29th September 2020

I think an element of patience is going to be required with it being such a new model and a model which is a lot more software rich than previous models. Not what you want to hear I'm sure, but unfortunately to be expected with being an early adopter of new tech. Software is always full of bugs and glitches on release. It should get better though.

As above always the way with RHD conversion of models. The MK3 had the bonnet release lever on the passenger side (drivers side on LHD) and they didn't bother moving that. Has that been fixed on the MK4 or the same?

Legit ones have an authenticity checker which should help, but would agree better to buy from reputable source.

On price, I agree. Even if I have Dominos at half price I still think it is expensive for what it is. But there is something about it which is good. As with any food there is an element of personal preference and subjectivity but personally I really enjoy a dominos as an occasional treat and supermarket pizza doesn't provide the same level of satisfaction. Each to their own. I'm not sure the pizza metaphor really works either unless you know of some crazy cheap independent. I'd love to know where I could get a supermarket pizza price service for my car instead of a dominos price, but be done to the same dominos standard in ingredients and work. My local VAG independent charges £100 per hour Inc vat labour and my VRS takes nearly 6 litres of oil. I haven't found any decent independent VW specialist garage that will do a service significantly cheaper than a dealer to make it worthwhile. I think I paid £120 for my last main dealer oil change earlier this year. It's not like an independent is going to charge me half of that given the labour rate + materials and vat.

Awesome just having a play on there. I think it looks fantastic and I'm really tempted to hold out for one as an upgrade from my MK3.

What bulbs did you buy and how many did you need to get through?! They are fairly common D3S. I replaced mine with some Osrams and they worked fine first time and still going strong 3 years later. Avoid the cheap crap and stick with decent branded bulbs like Osram, Philips etc.

I've never had a supermarket pizza (and I've tasted most) which comes anywhere close to the satisfaction of a Dominos.

Great summary of ownership and good luck with the Volvo!

I'm also in the market as well for a Superb Sportline estate but pricing seems all over the place at the moment. I think a lack of new car demand and incoming used stock is driving used prices up. My Octavia VRS has apparently appreciated in the past year despite having another birthday and about 12k mileage put on it. Dragon green is the best colour and I think the Superb looks fantastic in colours that stand out. I think I'm going to bide my time for a well specced Sportline estate, ideally with the 280/272 engine, though I may settle for a TDI 190 4x4 if the perfect spec came up. Canton, VC and Columbus 2.5 are all non-negotiable for me. Alternatively if I find nothing I may cave and get a 5 series estate. 67 plate G31s are hovering round the 20k mark for a 20d m sport. Good luck with the search!

Thanks both, sounds promising then! I've always thought Canton in the Octavia was pretty good, so I don't think I will be disappointed in the Superb 🙂

Does the sub have more punch in the Octavia, at least from a driver perspective as it is closer? I deadened the boot on my Octavia and found the Canton sub has a reasonable punch. Looking to get a Superb estate soon and whilst glad to hear Canton sounds better, I'm curious about that small sub being tucked quite far away.

Yes no issues since

@Bodz AFS has city and rain modes afaik and both can be disabled via coding. Honestly I'm sure I did this on mine when I first got it (nearly 4 years ago) now and never noticed it since. You will need VCDS or OBD Eleven. If your headlights are fine when not in auto, it's almost certainly AFS.

Great stuff! I think I should be earning some commission from the retailer if everyone is buying from the place I suggested! 😆

Great job and glad it's still helping people!

I don't believe the timing chain/water pump has an official service interval on the petrol VRS. Mine is still on its original at 70k/7years. I believe the 4 year/40k is a major service including spark plugs. Were these done? DSG will also be due at 40k if you have it.