Here's a translation from here: http://www.auto-swiat.pl/wiadomosci/co-planuje-skoda-w-roku-modelowym-2017/4l86lg

 

Skoda Octavia

This model is closest to the face lift, but which later this year will not live to see. Octavia with separated headlights for the first time we see only in 2017, and its premiere will take place during September's International Motor Show IAA in Frankfurt. However, in mid-2016. Octavia will be available with adaptive suspension (versions with engine power greater than 150 hp) and equipment of this model will be enhanced by wireless mobile phone charger.

 

Looks like the double-headlamp facelift might be for next year, but it might get adaptive suspension this year.

I just checked and the skoda citigo and rapid are cheaper than the SEAT equivalent at the starting prices.

Thanks for the info, I was wrong..........

Here's a translation from here: http://www.auto-swiat.pl/wiadomosci/co-planuje-skoda-w-roku-modelowym-2017/4l86lg

 

Skoda Octavia

This model is closest to the face lift, but which later this year will not live to see. Octavia with separated headlights for the first time we see only in 2017, and its premiere will take place during September's International Motor Show IAA in Frankfurt. However, in mid-2016. Octavia will be available with adaptive suspension (versions with engine power greater than 150 hp) and equipment of this model will be enhanced by wireless mobile phone charger.

 

Looks like the double-headlamp facelift might be for next year, but it might get adaptive suspension this year.

If the facelift will look like that (I mean like in the photos we see on internet now, and it has double headlights)... pfff... my dream to have the VRS TDI 4x4 in mid 2017 is blown away.

In my opinion it is realy ugly... :(

Take a look in here.

https://www.rushlane.com/2017-skoda-octavia-facelift-spied-china-12194361.html

Take a look in here.

https://www.rushlane.com/2017-skoda-octavia-facelift-spied-china-12194361.html

The last picture on the link shows the badge 'TSI 280' on the boot...

Isn't that just a normal Octavia with xenon light clusters and a vRS front bumper? Just looks like a parts bin refresh for the Chinese market to me.

Isn't that just a normal Octavia with xenon light clusters and a vRS front bumper? Just looks like a parts bin refresh for the Chinese market to me.

 

+1 it's the Xenons and a bit blinged up

Thats the chinese market version. We wont get 280ps in Europe.

But the rims look like the Hawk model, which only is 17inch.

So to summarise so far :

Phone box from end May

New 1.5 Tsi petrol engine in Autumn replacing 1.4

Restyle with double headlights in about years time

New 1.5 diesel replacing 1.6 end of 2017

Other changes remain speculation

Edited 1 May, 201610 yr by SurreyJohn

Only 280? The Leon's already up to 290!

 

Sorry mean't the TDI one  :p

Optional DCC from 110kW

Confirmed by dealer yesterday. Skoda UK Customer Service checking what changes due if any for VRS. Trying to find out if PCH can be had for less than 10K per annum. Going to test drive 230 dsg on Saturday

Edited 5 May, 201610 yr by teebee

Confirmed by dealer yesterday. Skoda UK Customer Service checking what changes due if any for VRS. Trying to find out if PCH can be had for less than 10K per annum. Going to test drive 230 dsg on Saturday

Confirmed by us folk with previous experience of this nature, Customer service won't have a clue about the new spec for some weeks yet. Possibly till the first cars start to roll onto UK roads! They're hopeless!

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Skoda have now updated the configurator ( there is a. Note on front webpage) but brochures are still the MY16 to reflect cars from stock

Just noticed, can no longer buy a petrol L&K, so no more 1.8 petrol

1.0 TSi petrols are already on sale in Czech Republic spec Octavias, replacing the 1.2 engines.

Skoda have now updated the configurator ( there is a. Note on front webpage) but brochures are still the MY16 to reflect cars from stock

Just noticed, can no longer buy a petrol L&K, so no more 1.8 petrol

Yep I think that is the end of the 1.8 petrol in RHD north of the equator. Although petrols will not be the biggest seller, it is a funny decision to reduce the range just as petrol sales are on the up.

They never did the 4x4 so I guess if you want the power you go for the vRS, if you don't then the 1.4 or 1.0 is good enough. Shame as it is a good engine

Skoda have now updated the configurator ( there is a. Note on front webpage) but brochures are still the MY16 to reflect cars from stock

Just noticed, can no longer buy a petrol L&K, so no more 1.8 petrol

That might explain why the brochures that I've been sent from Skoda UK are out of date already!

The new brochure is now available and the changes are certainly much less than last year. For the S, SE and SE L models the only significant changes I can see since last summer are the new 1.0 TSI engine and options for wireless phone charging and Dynamic Chassis Control.

Picked up my Octavia Combi 115 TSI today and the dealer mentioned that my17 has better sound proofing than previous my's. He didn't know any details. 

 

Otherwise it's a pleasant car. Engine is surprisingly powerful on low rev's and as expected otherwise. Was very keen on trying out Android Auto but learned today that it hasn't been released in Sweden yet.

 

An odd thing is the poorly translated manual. Some parts aren't translated at all and it's just a mix of swedish and german. Is it possible to buy an english version? 

@erimos

For the manual, search on google this: http://www.skoda-auto.com/en/mini-apps/owners-manuals/pages/octavia.aspx

They are available as a download:

http://www.skoda-auto.com/en/mini-apps/owners-manuals/pages/octavia.aspx

 

edit: too slow...

Edited 19 July, 20169 yr by Petunet

Couple of subtle little changes i've noticed going from a MY14 to a MY17 is the buttons for the cruise control are no longer 'clicky' and cheap feeling, there's a new 'aerodynamic' lip on the underside of the wing mirrors and the boot carpet now has thick sound insulation on the underside.  I'm proper surprised at just how much its moved on in 3 years, I keep finding new little tweaks that have been done since my first one.

Picked up my Octavia Combi 115 TSI today and the dealer mentioned that my17 has better sound proofing than previous my's. He didn't know any details. 

 

 

Couple of subtle little changes i've noticed going from a MY14 to a MY17 is the buttons for the cruise control are no longer 'clicky' and cheap feeling, there's a new 'aerodynamic' lip on the underside of the wing mirrors and the boot carpet now has thick sound insulation on the underside.

 

I wonder if the better sound proofing is actually a thicker boot carpet?