I’m sure this will have been asked before however is there any news on Skoda releasing a petrol vRS 4x4? Essentially I’m fed up with diesel and even though my 17 plate 4x4 vRS is remapped, drives kind-of like a petrol I.e. it doesn’t die as the revs climb and 4x4, I’m wanting to move back to a punchy petrol. Looking at the superb 272 amongst others but love the Octavia and would like to stay with it.

 

Before it’s asked yes I need 4x4 due to work requirements and winters where I stay.

 

cheers

 

cos

Nothing in the pipeline, it isn't likely going to happen anytime soon.

 

Can't you be tempted by a Leon Cupra 4drive ST? The facelift Leon isn't a bad car and they now get DSG7.

Edited 4 February, 20197 yr by ahenners

There's a 2.0 190 PS TSI 4x4 showing in the spec sheets - but only in SE L or L&K trims.   Maybe punchy enough for you?

There are 4x4 190 TSI petrols in the UK spec document, but they're SE L / DSG/ estates.

 

Edit: beaten to it!  L&K are from stock only though, I believe.

L&K discontinued in the UK too, seems Skoda are thinning down the range / complexity. Had their fingers burnt via WLTP, partly due to their huge number of engine, spec and transmission configurations.

There will be more paring down as the time goes on.

Less Irregular / Implausible test results.

http://europe.autonews.com/automakers/vw-daimler-brace-new-wltp-headache

 

Thanks for the replies all, 

 

I've ruled out the Seats as I just don't like the look of them, in terms of the other Octavia's ideally I'm looking for something that will be faster (or at least the same as) my current vRS which is around the circa 220bhp. I'm a bit picky when it comes to new cars lol

 

 

Only issue with the Leon is the rear space is noticeably cramp compared to the Octavia. Plus the boot is also significantly smaller.

 

Skoda do certainly make use of the MQB chassis and have the practicality box ticked.

4 hours ago, DavidY said:

There are 4x4 190 TSI petrols in the UK spec document, but they're SE L / DSG/ estates.

 

Edit: beaten to it!  L&K are from stock only though, I believe.

 

The new price list has the 0-62mph time as 6.8 seconds for the SE-L 190 with 7 speed DSG

The vRS 245 is in brochure as 6.7 seconds  

The diesel vRS is in brochure as 7.7 seconds (which is 13% slower than SE-L petrol)

 

Are you going to notice 1.5% slower acceleration,  its not like the vRS vs SE-L petrol difference is 10-20%

 

 

 

Edited 4 February, 20197 yr by SurreyJohn

4 hours ago, SurreyJohn said:

Are you going to notice 1.5% slower acceleration,  its not like the vRS vs SE-L petrol difference is 10-20%

 

No probably not, but I suspect many VRS owners or prospective ones would miss the "Sporty" bodykit, interior, wheels, suspension etc. The appeal of a VRS is more than just it's acceleration stats, so whilst the acceleration of the SE-L is very similar, the way the car drives, handles and feels is likely very different.

1 minute ago, ahenners said:

 

No probably not, but I suspect many VRS owners or prospective ones would miss the "Sporty" bodykit, interior, wheels, suspension etc. The appeal of a VRS is more than just it's acceleration stats, so whilst the acceleration of the SE-L is very similar, the way the car drives, handles and feels is likely very different.

 

I get where you are coming from, it’s image and perception that pleases some rather than performance.  I guess those after a sporty look could buy a sportline instead, and probably see the SE-L as too comfort oriented.

 

Logically the 2 litre 4x4 SE-L with its 6.8 seconds 0-62mph is more suited to those looking for a fast grand tourer, than those looking for a 4 door sports car.

 

Everyone has their own views, so no right answer.   However when the Op suggested a Superb instead I assumed the vRS look wasn’t required 

4 minutes ago, SurreyJohn said:

 

I get where you are coming from, it’s image and perception that pleases some rather than performance.  I guess those after a sporty look could buy a sportline instead, and probably see the SE-L as too comfort oriented.

 

Logically the 2 litre 4x4 SE-L with its 6.8 seconds 0-62mph is more suited to those looking for a fast grand tourer, than those looking for a 4 door sports car.

 

Everyone has their own views, so no right answer.   However when the Op suggested a Superb instead I assumed the vRS look wasn’t required 

 

Indeed, the new 2.0TSi SEL is an interesting proposition. Better equipped than the vRS, very decent performance and we can again have IRS on an Octavia with standard suspension and 17" wheels.

So good performance and some comfort without needing to switch to the Superb or another brand.

VW Arteon 272...

Just get the superb 280 and map that. Stage 1 racing line map should see 350ish and you will love how it drives. I didn’t get the Petrol superb I went for diesel 190 4x4 FSH for the mileage I do and I regretted it initially after getting rid of a mapped manual 2wd diesel Octavia. However after a few hundred miles I fell in love with it. So had a Dsg remap and engine map and although not as quick as the Octy was it just gets on with it. I’d have loved the 280 

8 minutes ago, Esseesse200 said:

Just get the superb 280 and map that. Stage 1 racing line map should see 350ish and you will love how it drives. I didn’t get the Petrol superb I went for diesel 190 4x4 FSH for the mileage I do and I regretted it initially after getting rid of a mapped manual 2wd diesel Octavia. However after a few hundred miles I fell in love with it. So had a Dsg remap and engine map and although not as quick as the Octy was it just gets on with it. I’d have loved the 280 

 

At risk of this going off topic.. What's the 190 4x4 like on fuel just out of curiosity?

Hmmmm  not as good as I thought. Combined over last 2k miles. 38ish and highest I’ve seen on a run after the map is 44. Still just works out better than the petrol considering the fuel price difference and I do 2k a month. I believe the Petrol 280 gets about 30 average. So I’ve heard but I’m sure someone with a petrol one will give you more info