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autodoc.co.uk are listing these Eibach springs for the Octavia MK3 VRS, but you would need to do further research to find out which ones if any are suitable. Perhaps use google to search briskoda.net for owners who have previously fitted them. There are often problems such as the front or back being too high or too low, etc. Eibach Pro-Kit springs E10-79-010-02-22 kit comprises the following front and rear springs F11-15-021-02-VA front springs Lowering 20mm Wire diameter 11.75mm Length 254mm Number of coil turns 4.8 Axle load 1075kg F11-15-007-15-HA rear springs (10mm lowering) Lowering 10mm Wire diameter 13.5mm Length 296mm Number of coil turns 8 Axle load 1150kg https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/186138388710 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Eibach-Pro-kit-E10-79-010-02-22-lowering-springs/dp/B00J2SIDRS/ref=sr_1_1 Eibach Sportline springs E20-15-021-05-22 kit comprises the following front and rear springs F21-15-021-02-VA front springs Lowering 25mm-30mm Wire diameter 11.75mm Length 255mm Number of coil turns 5.2 Axle load 1100kg F21-15-021-05-HA rear springs Lowering 25mm Wire diameter 13mm Length 281mm Number of coil turns 8.2 Axle load 1150kg https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/156064438336 https://www.amazon.de/-/en/E20-15-021-05-22/dp/B0154YYDKO/ref=sr_1_1 Eibach catalogue https://www.eibach.de/de/

I don't have part numbers for H&R but Eibach sport springs are more popular than H&R springs, because you get a better ride. H&R springs are well know to make the ride very hard. Whatever you go for, you need to make sure that the rear springs are for the multilink rear suspension that the VRS uses. Most Octavia MK3 front wheel drive cars up to and including about 150PS don't use multilink rear suspension.

5Q0411105GK is a standard ride height front spring. This spring is colour coded with one blue dot and one green dot.

What Bilstein B3 front springs do you have fitted? These might be standard ride height springs. Do you have manual or automatic gearbox? The automatic gearbox versions tend to use slightly stiffer front springs than the manual gearbox car...because the automatic gearbox is heavier than the manual gearbox. Octavia MK3 (probably on standard ride height springs) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Škoda_Octavia#/media/File:2016_Skoda_Octavia_SE_L_TSi_Estate_1.4_Rear.jpg Octavia MK3 VRS (probably on sports/lowered ride height springs) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Škoda_Octavia#/media/File:2015_Skoda_Octavia_VRS_TDi_CR_2.0_Rear.jpg

Yes, the front and rear springs for sports/lowered ride height cars should be the same for all 220PS/230PS/245PS models. Are you sure your VRS left the factory with sports/lowered ride height springs? I suspect VRS cars sold in India might have left the factory with standard ride height springs due to their poor roads. You really need your car's build codes to find out what parts the car left the factory with...otherwise you're just involved in a guessing game.

The Octavia MK3 2.0TSI VRS facelift came out in 2017 with 245PS. It was the pre-facelift models that had either 220PS or 230PS. The petrol VRS facelift model also has 310x22mm ventilated rear brakes, whereas the pre-facelift VRS model has smaller 272x10mm solid/non-ventilated rear brakes. This information applies to Skodas manufactured and sold in Europe.

For the Octavia MK3 VRS, I suggest 5Q0411105HC front springs if you have a manual gearbox, or 5Q0411105HD front springs if you have an automatic gearbox. 5Q0411105HC Front coil spring 1 paint mark 1 paint mark green Grey L16 5Q0411105HD Front coil spring 1 paint mark 1 paint mark brown white L17

According to the gknautomotive.com spring catalogue, the Octavia MK2 1.9TDI front wheel drive with standard ride height uses different front springs depending on whether it has a manual or automatic gearbox. The automatic gearbox is heavier than the manual gearbox, so cars with an automatic gearbox tend to use slightly stiffer front springs. To be sure what front springs you've got, it's best to check your car's build codes. Build code L07 means 1K0411105AQ and build code L14 means 1K0411105BD...but it's possible it could be something else. Octavia MK2 1.9TDI, front wheel drive, hatchback/estate, standard ride height, manual gearbox, L07 1K0411105AQ Octavia MK2 1.9TDI, front wheel drive, hatchback/estate, standard ride height, automatic gearbox, L14 1K0411105BD The above assumes you have standard ride height suspension, ie. build code 2UA. However, it's possible you could have build code 2UB, ie. rough-road/increased ride height suspension, or build code 2UC, ie. sports/lowered ride height suspension...as shown in the chart below. VW Codes Decoder 2UA = Standard design 2UB = Rough-road design 2UC = Sports version https://igorweb.org/equidec.aspx

You can decode the build codes here. VW Codes Decoder https://igorweb.org/equidec.aspx

Unless there are around 180 build codes in the service schedule, it won't include all the build codes. There's an ebay seller who can supply all the build codes for about 3 Euros (about £2.50). Search "skoda vin decoder" on ebay to find the listing https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/224631127243

My previous post may have given the impression that the "spare wheel mounting bolt" had to be ordered separately. This isn't the case, as it is included with the foam and jack kit. Here's a photo of a "spare wheel mounting bolt". The Skoda parts catalogue lists two possible options for the Fabia MK3, 1J0803899AC and 6Q0803899A. The 6Q0803899A option has a bolt length of 50mm (measured to the nearest millimetre). However, the 1J0803899AC is probably for the narrower "175/70R14 fitted to a 5Jx14 ET35 5/100 57.1 steel rim" option...in which case would be a little shorter. I expect the OP has the longer 6Q0803899A (50mm bolt length) option, because the kit comes with the slightly wider "185/60R15 fitted to a 6Jx15 ET38 5/100 57.1 steel rim" option. Photo of "spare wheel mounting bolt" Skoda parts catalogue showing both the 1J0803899AC and 6Q0803899A "spare wheel mounting bolt" options (6Q0803899A is probably a slightly longer bolt than 1J0803899AC) https://www.lllparts.co.uk/catalogs/skoda/CZ/FAB/797/0/011/11010

A VAG part department should be able to supply a spare wheel kit (everything except the actual spare wheel). Try these OEM part numbers: 6V0093860 6V0093860A 6V0093860B Spare wheel kit (for Fabia MK3) (everything except the actual spare wheel) https://www.skoda-parts.com/spare-part/6v0093860b-spare-wheel-replacement-kit-skoda-25130.html As you have a 15" spare wheel, ie. 185/60R15 fitted to a 6Jx15 ET38 5/100 57.1 steel rim, I expect the foam and jack kit includes the following "bolt for spare wheel mounting" which according to my measurements has a bolt length of 50mm (measured to the nearest millimetre). According to the "Skoda parts catalogue" there was an alternative 1J0803899AC, but that was probably for the narrower 175/70R14 fitted to a 5Jx14 ET35 5/100 57.1 spare wheel...which wouldn't need such as long bolt as the 50mm long 6Q0803899A. 6Q0803899A bolt for spare wheel mounting (bolt length 50mm) (marked 15" and 16") https://www.lllparts.co.uk/product/1J0803899AC/bolt-for-br-spare-wheel-mounting

You can order one from a VAG parts department for about £10. OEM part number 6Q0803899A might be what you need, but check with a VAG parts department because they can reference your car's VIN to make sure it's correct. 6Q0803899A might be a suitable length for a 185/60R15 tyre fitted to a 6J rim, but check with a VAG parts department to be sure. 6Q0803899A https://www.skoda-parts.com/spare-part/6q0803899a-spare-wheel-attachment-bolt-skoda-21523.html

Only the most powerful Superb MK3 272HP/280HP 4x4 models use the biggest 340mm front brake discs...and consequently need at least 17" rims to clear the front brake calipers. All other models use the smaller 312mm front brake discs, which allow for the fitment of 16" rims.

The below image is not an alloy rim...it's a plastic wheel trim that clips onto a steel rim. The second photo below shows the clips around the edge of the wheel trim that allows it to be clipped to the steel rim. Wheel trim

Out of the standard Superb MK3 wheel sizes, 215/60R16 (perhaps 215/60R16 95V) tyres fitted to 6.5Jx16 ET41 5/112 57.1 rims would give the best ride. There's a choice of steel or alloy rims, as shown below. You might think that alloy rims will weigh a lot less than steel rims, because the sellers will often incorrectly describe the alloy rims as "lightweight". However, the below steel rim is just over 8kg, whereas the below alloy rim is almost 10kg. With the steel rim you do have to add on the weight of the wheel trim, but even with that fitted the below alloy rim will still weigh more. The 18" alloy rims on the Superb MK3 weigh around 12.1kg to 12.8kg each, so there is a considerable reduction in weight by going down to the 16" rims...as well as much better ride comfort. Superb MK3 6.5Jx16 ET41 5/112 57.1 steel rim 3Q0601027C 03C https://eshop.skoda-auto.cz/cs_CZ/plechovy-disk-16/p/3Q0601027C+03C Superb MK3 wheel trim (for 6.5Jx16 ET41 5/112 57.1 steel rim) 3V0071456 https://eshop.skoda-auto.cz/cs_CZ/sada-poklic-hermes-16/p/3V0071456 Superb MK3 6.5Jx16 ET41 5/112 57.1 alloy rim 3V0071496 8Z8 https://eshop.skoda-auto.cz/cs_CZ/alu-kolo-orion-16-superb-iii/p/3V0071496++8Z8

You might be able to use oversize 225/45R18 tyres that the Octavia MK4 uses, perhaps fitted to 7Jx18 ET45 5/112 57.1 rims from the Karoq. After all, the Octavia MK3 Scout uses 225/50R17 fitted to 7Jx17 ET45 5/112 57.1 alloy rims. However, as with all big changes in tyre size you would have to check that there isn't any rubbing...so purchasing one wheel and checking in all four positions on the car rather than purchasing all four wheels at once would reduce the financial lose if rubbing did occur. 7J rims are the narrowest you can fit 225/45 tyres to, so you get maximum rim protection from kerbing damage. The below 17" rim looks like it's at least 2kg lighter than than 18" rim. Multiply that by 4 and the weight savings in unsprung weight are significant. The below 16" alloy rim is even lighter than the 17" alloy rim, saving about 15.6kg compared to the 18" rim when you multiply the individual weight saving by four. Some forged alloy rims (from various Audis) in the 7Jx16 ET45 5/112 57.1 specification weigh as little as 7.3kg each. The 19" Sirius alloy rim from the Superb MK3 weighs a whopping 14.6kg, so exactly twice the weight of that 7.3kg lightweight 16" Audi alloy rim. Some of these big alloy rims might look sporty, but that illusion will quickly disappear when you try to lift them. 7Jx16 ET45 5/112 57.1 steel rim (from Superb MK2, Yeti) (9.35kg) https://www.mytyres.co.uk/rims/details?vehicleId=182363349315490928&rimCode=ALCAR9257 7Jx16 ET46 5/112 57.1 alloy rim (from Octavia MK4) (9.5kg) https://eshop.skoda-auto.cz/cs_CZ/alu-kolo-twister-16-octavia-iv/p/5E3071496A+8Z8 7Jx17 ET45 5/112 57.1 alloy rim (from Karoq) (same specification as Octavia MK3 Scout) (about 10.1kg to 10.9kg) https://eshop.skoda-auto.cz/cs_CZ/alu-kolo-ratikon-17-karoq/p/57A071497C+8Z8 7Jx18 ET45 5/112 57.1 alloy rim (from Karoq) (about 12.9kg) https://eshop.skoda-auto.cz/cs_CZ/alu-kolo-trinity-18-karoq/p/57A071498++8Z8 Outside diameter of tyres 225/45R17 634.3mm 225/55R16 653.9mm (3.1% bigger outside diameter compared to 225/45R17) 225/50R17 656.8mm (3.5% bigger outside diameter compared to 225/45R17) 225/45R18 659.7mm (4.0% bigger outside diameter compared to 225/45R17) Notice in the chart below, that the sidewalls on 225/55R16 and 225/50R17 tyres fitted to 7J rims are much wider than the sidewalls on a 225/45R18 tyre fitted to a 7J rim. This results in the 225/55R16 and 225/50R17 tyres offering much better rim protection from kerbing damage than the 225/45R18 tyre. Actual inflated width of tyres fitted to 7J rim 225/55R16 233mm 225/50R17 233mm 225/45R18 219mm

If I wanted 18" rims on the Octavia MK3, I would probably go for the standard 7.5Jx17 ET51 5/112 57.1 rims but with slightly bigger 235/40R18 tyres. Perhaps the Gemini rims. For me though, 225/45R17 on narrower 7J rims would be more sensible...especially when it comes to comfort and resistance to pothole damage. But 235/40R18 on Gemini rims would probably look a little better...if wide, low-profile tyres is your thing. Here's an example of the difference in price of the 225/45R17 and 235/40R18 tyre sizes. The 225/45R17 is generally a considerably cheaper tyre size than 235/40R18. Michelin Primacy 4+ 225/45R17 91W (Euro label C A 69dB) https://www.camskill.co.uk/m54b0s16p209578/Michelin_Tyres_Car_Michelin_Primacy_4%2B_225_45_R17_91W_TL_Fuel_Eff_%3A_C_Wet_Grip%3A_A_NoiseClass%3A_B_Noise%3A_69dB Michelin Primacy 4+ 235/40R18 91W (Euro label C A 69dB) https://www.camskill.co.uk/m61b0s322p213489/Michelin_Tyres_Car_Michelin_Primacy_4%2B_235_40_R18_91W_RG_TL_Fuel_Eff_%3A_C_Wet_Grip%3A_A_NoiseClass%3A_B_Noise%3A_69dB 7.5Jx17 ET51 5/112 57.1 alloy rims GEMINI 5E0071498G FL8 https://eshop.skoda-auto.cz/cs_CZ/alu-kolo-gemini-18-octavia-iii/p/5E0071498G+FL8

The + (plus) or - (minus) 2mm difference in offset that wheel-size.com put in their listings is meaningless. It wasn't long ago that wheel-size.com started doing this. The reason I suspect, is simply to cover themselves. For example, some cars use more than one offset for the same rim diameter. Some European countries such as Germany are very strict on offsets, and changing the offsets by 2mm from the Skoda approved rim specifications is not ok (at least in Germany).

Don't fit 235/35R18 tyres. It's such a rare size, that mytyres aren't listing a single tyre in that size. It also has an outside diameter 2.4% smaller than the standard 225/40R18 tyre size. It's even more prone to pothole damage than 225/40R18 due to less sidewall height. The speedometer will massively over-read. At an indicated 70mph, your actual speed might only be around 65mph. Outside diameter of tyres 225/40R18 637.2mm 235/35R18 621.7mm (2.4% smaller outside diameter compared to 225/40R18) Sidewall height 225/40R18 90mm 235/35R18 82.25mm (8.6% less sidewall height compared to 225/40R18)

What is the OEM part number of the rims? This number is cast into the back of the rims.

They look like these ones. https://eshop.skoda-auto.cz/cs_CZ/alu-kola/c/alloyWheels?sort=priceAsc&q=%3AscoreDesc%3AcarType%3AOctavia%2BIII%2B%282017%2B%29%3ArimDiameter%3A18%22#

mytyres are listing four all-season car tyres in size 205/65R16, from Falken, Hankook, Maxxis, and Michelin...so they are available. The standard load index of the car tyre in this size is 95 (690kg) and the load index for the van tyre in this size is usually at least 105 (925kg)...so the van tyre can support at least 34% more weight, and that's likely to come at the expense of a big increase in the weight and stiffness of the tyre. One advantage of the all-season van tyres in this size (for use as a spare tyre) is that they are often available as a non-directional tyre...whereas most of the all-season car tyres in this size are directional.

There are lots of cars that use the 205/65R16 tyre size, so naturally there are many car tyres in this size...including the below example of a summer tyre. Vredestein Ultrac 205/65R16 95W (Euro label A A 70dB) https://www.camskill.co.uk/m62b0s2785p210548/Vredestein_Tyres_Car_Vredestein_Ultrac_205_65_R16_95W_TL_Fuel_Eff_%3A_A_Wet_Grip%3A_A_NoiseClass%3A_B_Noise%3A_70dB

According to the moneysupermarket car insurance group checker, the 2013 Superb MK2 Elegance 2.0TDI was available in both 140HP and 170HP versions...for both 2WD and 4x4, with manual or automatic gearbox. moneysupermarket car insurance group checker https://www.moneysupermarket.com/car-insurance/car-insurance-group-checker-tool/