The real Octy facelift!

[skippy41]

Looks like I was right regarding the estate version as well its in the back ground in the first pic

[sworrall]

some pics on here for those that missed it Skoda Octavia Facelift: Official Photos, New 1.4 TSI - Carscoop

[sebulbus]

Headlights with new functions?

What other function does a headlight do apart from illuminate the road ahead?

And new shapes? ooh today I'll have the beam like an Octagon

For answers to all of those questions you should watch the presentation vids for the new Insignia's AFLs. They do no less than 7 modes.

here is a good place to start

[skippy41]

Just sent the picks of the face lift to Skoda with a wish list

better front seats, deeper door pockets and sat nav with blue tooth as standard

[The Blue devil]

I love it - Looks great!

[George_Couser]

:rofl:

My Photoshop:

And reality:

[vico1612]

Photos of dashboard and more on

Skoda Octavia 3 [futur topic officiel] - Skoda Octavia - FORUM Skoda - FORUM Auto par marques

[George_Couser]

Photos of dashboard and more on

Skoda Octavia 3 [futur topic officiel] - Skoda Octavia - FORUM Skoda - FORUM Auto par marques

Ehm, copied from:

[?koda News II] - OII - Facelift - První foto! - Gará? AutoRevue.cz :thumbdwn:

[Wardy]

I'm seeing quite a bit of current Mercedes C-Class in the angle of that estate pic above...

The squarer grille and more upturned headlights is doing it I think.

Steve

[robxlvideo]

Personally love it! Iv'e always liked the look of my estate but felt the front end could have done with a bit more design work and this new version seems to cover it quite nicely.

[Harry_vRS]

looks fecking crap IMO

[fluffmeister]

Thats not going to look good on the vRS, it just looks like something the Koreans throw together now.

It's passable for the non vRS models, but on a vRS that just looks like it's been "surprised" by someone taking it roughly from behind.

[PumpeDuse]

look on the brightside, soon as this appears the value of the series ones will drop as most people will want the facelift.

[Taxi 219]

A prize for the first person to find out if the new grille fits the current model?

Yes i would like to know also as i think we would want to fit it to our MK2,s.

[WeirdKerr]

looks ok ish..... not keen on wood trim id preffer brushed aluminum or something....

[RapidRonnie]

Not quite sure on the facelift yet. I love the updates to the interior but not sure about the exterior. In some shots it looks quite agressive but in others too soft and round.

More photos here: Škoda Octavia po faceliftu: Podrobné informace a velká fotogalerie | AUTO.CZ

[RapidRonnie]

RELAUNCH OF A BESTSELLER: THE NEW OCTAVIA

Although the current version of the bestselling Octavia has been extensively revised, designers and engineers

have not lost sight of the roots and traditions of the Škoda company, one of the oldest brands in the car

industry. The Octavia carries a great deal of heritage and marks a particularly significant moment in the

brand’s history.

Designers and engineers have approached the Octavia facelift with great care and attention to detail. As well

as undergoing a number of technical improvements, the design of the Octavia has been fundamentally

revised. The Octavia of 2009 will have a distinctive new quality, both in a hatch and estate form, and a clearly

altered character.

The latest transformation has been achieved through a number of comprehensive changes that go well

beyond simple “soft” touches. Unlike conventional facelifts, the Octavia has had its steel body panels changed

and new pressing tools created. The front grille with 19 vertical ribs is wrapped by a newly designed chrome

frame. Altered front bumpers look more dynamic and sleek, leaving their mark on the entire front end.

The new headlamps, which can be equipped with optional xenon lights and swivelling modules for the

adaptive light function, are significantly larger and more dominant than on the current Octavia, giving the car

a more emphatic presence. A pronounced line runs from the Škoda logo in the chrome clasp to the grille. As it

widens towards the windscreen and ends in the centre console of the passenger compartment, it breaks up

the surface of the bonnet and gives the Octavia a dynamic front.

Front fog lights sit underneath a redesigned front bumper which has a more distinct horizontal alignment. For

the first time the lights have been equipped with a daytime and cornering light function. This is therefore not

just an optical upgrade but a significant safety improvement. The same applies to the new folding door mirrors

which feature indicators that can be seen from all directions by other road users. The mirrors are electrically

adjustable and heated even on the entry trim level Classic. New rear lights in a traditional C shape complete

the optical renewal of the Octavia’s exterior. The C, which can be seen when driving in the dark, has become

the hallmark of Škoda vehicles. Additional reflectors have been integrated into the rear bumper so that a

parked Octavia is noticed easily by passing drivers.

Inspired by the New Superb, which had its debut in spring, the Octavia facelift is a fresh and elegant car.

Five petrol and four diesel engines make up the power unit range of the renewed Octavia. A new 1.4 TSI

engine which delivers 90 kW (122 bhp) and reaches a maximum torque of 200 Nm from 1500 to 4000 rpm,

has been added to the current range. It gives the New Octavia a maximum speed of 203 km/h (126 mph) and

the acceleration of 9.7 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h (62mph). At the same time this small but powerful power

unit is frugal with combined consumption figure of 6.6 litres per 100 km (42 mpg) and CO2 emissions of

154 g/km. A particular highlight of the new 1.4 TSI engine is that it is available with the seven speed DSG

gearbox on request.

The improved 1.8 TSI petrol engine with a performance of 118 kW (160 bhp) will in the future come with

a sophisticated automatic seven speed DSG gearbox. It is also available on the Scout and other 4×4 vehicles

with a six speed manual gearbox.

New Octavia customers can choose from the following engines:

Petrol:

1.4 MPI 59 kW (80 bhp), CO2emissions 167 g/km

1.6 MPI 75 kW (102 bhp), CO2 emissions 176 g/km

1.4 TSI 90 kW (122 bhp), CO2 emissions 154 g/km

1.8 TSI 118 kW (160 bhp), CO2emissions 163 g/km

2.0 TSI 147 kW (200 bhp), CO2 emissions 175 g/km – RS (VRS)

Diesel:

1.9 TDI PD 77 kW (105 bhp), CO2 emissions 130 g/km

2.0 TDI PD DPF 77 kW (105 bhp), CO2 emissions 150 g/km

2.0 TDI PD 103 kW (140 bhp), CO2 emissions 145 g/km

2.0 TDI CR DPF 125 kW (170 bhp), CO2 emissions 150 g/km – RS (VRS)

New audio navigation systems have been incorporated into the centre console to meet customers’ different

price and performance preferences. The basic equipment is the 1-DIN radio Blues with a CD MP3 player.

Customers can opt for the 2-DIN audio system Swing with an integrated MP3 CD player. The most advanced

Bolero audio system offers a user-friendly, touch-sensitive screen. The same functions are included in the

Amundsen infotainment system equipped with a big screen to ensure flawless guidance. The top range model

is the combined Columbus radio navigation system with a 30 GB hard disc space. Like Bolero and Amundsen,

this system is operated with self-explanatory touchscreen technology. A brand new optional hands-free

device has been integrated into the infotainment system. New microphone technology, used in this system,

has significantly improved voice quality, making communication more easily understood even at high speeds.

Skoda audio systems are already compatible with external data storage devices via an aux in socket.

Furtermore, functions of external media such as MP3 players, iPods or USB sticks can be connected to the

entertainment system via the MDI devise (media device interface). Information from the devices is clearly

displayed on the screen of the system ensuring simpler and safer operation.

New materials and functional features have increased comfort and operating safety in the passenger

compartment of the Octavia facelift. New-look instruments with clear white scales have a prominent

position on the dashboard. The multi-function display between the speedometer and the rev counter

shows information of the on-board computer and, if equipped with a tyre pressure monitor, indicates

any pressure loss. The knobs of the air conditioning systems Climatic and Climate control can be easily

adjusted while heated front seats controls have also been integrated into this area.

The seats have also been redesigned. The middle section of the seat covers in the Classic, Ambiente and

Elegance trims have a fresh pattern which matches the rest of the interior. Parts of the centre console, such as

the ashtray lid and the frame of the gear lever mounting, are kept in the same decor as door and dashboard

trim strips. One exception to this rule is the New Octavia Classic which lacks air conditioning. The Octavia

Elegance comes with a new decor as standard and can be customised with alternative interior trims to

enhance the refined feel of the passenger compartment.

An armrest in the centre of the rear seat now comes with a storage compartment. Rear passengers can now

find optional heated seat buttons on the rear of the front armrest. A new net on the centre console of the

passenger side provides even more storage options and the optional cool box keeps drinks chilled. The Jumbo

Box under the arm rest between the two front seats has a cooling function powered by air conditioning. A new

module for interior lighting with two reading lamps guarantees excellent lighting conditions in the back.

Passengers sitting in the rear seats of the New Octavia can enjoy great comfort and space, the most generous

in this vehicle class. Large doors make it easier to get in and out of the car. The tailgate of the New Octavia

Hatch makes storing luggage in the boot easy. With a capacity of 560 litres, it sets a benchmark for volume in

its class. Folding down the rear bench extends the volume to a remarkable 1420 litres, a capacity which

expands to 1620 litres on the New Octavia Estate.

The new look Octavia Estate has lost none of its user-friendly load carrier virtues. Its tailgate opens wide

providing a large boot opening. A light tap of the luggage cover retracts it to facilitate loading.

The new-look Octavia shows self-assurance and character. The new front end, enlarged wing mirrors, a clearly

structured rear and new lights harmoniously round off the car, lending it a more up-to-date appearance. Its

looks can be further enhanced by a host of innovative equipment details such as five new alloy wheels, a new

wheel trim and two new paint colours, all of which ensure a high level of customisation. The latest generation

ABS system has been fitted for ultimate safety and head restraints have been replaced with a new, even more

effective protection system - whiplash optimised head restraints (WOKS).

On request the upgraded Octavia can be equipped with a new parking pilot system. The electronic distance

warning system is furnished with high-quality, fifth generation sensors. Two speakers produce different warning sounds when the distance at the front or at the rear becomes too tight, improving special awareness.

The New Octavia also has the same new immobiliser as the new Superb helping protect the car against theft.

Alloy wheels in new shapes, steering wheels matching the new passenger compartment and attractive new

paint colours complete the model upgrade of the Octavia.

Important new equipment:

New Bolero radio and RNS Amundsen have a TouchScreen colour monitor and other features

MDI (Media Device interface) – a new connection for iPod, AUX or USB with display on the Maxi DOT

screen

High-tech hands-free Bluetooth device (GSM III Premium)

New WOKS head restraints on the front seats with improved backrests standard on all Octavias have

replaced the original active head restraints, which were previously only available as an option.

5th generation parking sensors – better optical display on the screen and new sound signals for better

perception.

4th generation immobiliser – better protection identical to the system in the new Superb.

4th generation Haldex clutch in the Octavia Estate 4×4 and Scout

Upgrading the hugely successful Octavia series was a particular challenge for the designers and engineers

in the development centre of Škoda Auto in the Czech town of Mladá Boleslav. Everybody with a deep

commitment to this task understood Škoda’s historic connection with the series. The Octavia name was first

used by the manufacturer in late 1950s and symbolised the innovative power of a brand whose beginnings go

back to 1895. The early Octavia was a reliable, solid and inexpensive automobile which introduced modern

technology to a vehicle segment which at the time was characterised by simple, often inadequate technical

solutions. The Octavia was popular then and is popular now and is the brand’s consistent bestseller.

When Škoda Auto joined the VW Group in the early nineties, the Octavia series was the first car developed

independently of the state. Its debut marked an exciting period for a company which was suddenly no longer

part of the Eastern Bloc. Škoda was suddenly able to compete on the international car market and the Octavia

took manufacturers from Western Europe, Asia and Korea head-on. This stepping stone for the brand is

comparable with the Czech Republic joining the EU and has enabled this innovative and aspiring brand to

become a fully fledged partner in one of the leading automobile groups in the world.

The car’s debut was a proud moment for the brand which, just like its country during the Velvet Revolution,

fought tyranny and successfully returned to free market economy. The Octavia’s shape was spectacular,

experts called it a "democratisation of the design“. Its body structure, technical details and interior design met

the highest vehicle requirements at the time. The first generation Octavia re-injected a creative force and passion into the Škoda brand and the latest version of the Octavia will carry this heritage with great

self-confidence.

[GazzaC]

Good stuff!

I see the 1.8TSI has been revised. Now a tad over 40mpg (I presume combined cycle) 7.8s 0-62 sprint (down from 8.1) and CO2 down from 176 to 163g/km. Not at all bad! If you fancy the DSG you'll get even better consumption.

It seems Skoda have stopped their free upgrade :thumbdwn: but I guess that was to be expected. Just waiting now to see what, if any, deals will be out there at launch.

[LHutchin]

I'm confused, perhaps someone could explain:

Why haven't Skoda brought out the MK3 Octavia instead of a facelift?

With the new Golf being released surely the MK3 must be coming some time soon????

[sebulbus]

The Octavia must be selling so well they decided to keep it around for another 2-3 years. With petrol prices all over the places it's a cautious move.

I love it more with every image I see. Extensive revisions inside and out.

[RapidRonnie]

I'm confused, perhaps someone could explain:

Why haven't Skoda brought out the MK3 Octavia instead of a facelift?

With the new Golf being released surely the MK3 must be coming some time soon????

I think VW are getting a Golf6 and we're getting a big facelift. Not too bothered about that though as the Golf itself is largely cosmetic changes anyway. Octavia facelift should keep it going for a few years yet, new stereos, steering wheels, climate control e.t.c. keep it up to date on the inside and I guess some new diesel engines are on their way soon too.

[GazzaC]

I like the folding mirrors, wheels, new headlight tricks, and the interior. I am so-so about the headlights shape, but I absolutely hate the wood trim. Now, if it were piano black that would be a whole different story.

Looks like Skoda listened to you....

Škoda Octavia po faceliftu: Podrobné informace a velká fotogalerie | AUTO.CZ

[bosnjo]

I think VW are getting a Golf6 and we're getting a big facelift. Not too bothered about that though as the Golf itself is largely cosmetic changes anyway. Octavia facelift should keep it going for a few years yet, new stereos, steering wheels, climate control e.t.c. keep it up to date on the inside and I guess some new diesel engines are on their way soon too.

I think Octy3 will come in mid 2011. Usualy, it's seven years time between model change.

[bosnjo]

Looks like Skoda listened to you....

Škoda Octavia po faceliftu: Podrobné informace a velká fotogalerie | AUTO.CZ

I like black trims but I like grey ones better. As I can see on photos, grey ones only come with other gray surroundings. The way I like it more is what I have now on my Octy. Everything is full black, only horizontal stripes (trims) are grey.

[sebulbus]

Looks good. Not sure about that radio. 3 knobs is 1 too many for me.

The piano black trim looks ok, especially having been extended around the gear stick. I don't like the interior, but it's a good thing they put in that small net at the passenger's feet like Benz's had for a while now.