48 minutes ago, JackReacher said:

I'm hoping the petrol vrs comes in at late 20s after discount at most, because the mk3 was available for 23k ish through brokers.  It needs to stay below £30k because £34k gets you into a BMW 330i touring, and it should be a value alternative.

Well Brexit will impact not just Skoda but all manufactures. So that 34k BMW 330i will rise also - so everything will be relative. But as mentioned it’s all still very much guess work as to what the hell will happen. Crazy considering it’s all a few months away 🤦‍♂️

I compared a like for like car available on the CZK Config and the Irish Config.

I chose a 1.5TSI Superb Sportline DSG - 873,900 v 40,375E

 

I then configured a VRS as close to the one I got 4 years ago. I have a 187bhp TDI Manual. No exact match. Nearest is 250bhp TSI Manual or the 190bhp TDI DSG - both the exact same price -  If I got the DSG 4 years ago it would have cost me about 2500E more I think. Mine cost 35K so I need to add 2500K to do a like for like comparison.

So a VRS that cost 37500 4 years ago will cost how much this time around?

 

Well, I matched everything else almost exact the same. Sunglass, Canton, Paint, etc. 

It is coming in at 913,800 which comparing to the Superb price above - I think it would be about 42K - So thats 4,500K more for the same spec car (albeit new model)

 

Thats without any of the extras that are very tempting. The upgraded seats(ergonomic) , ADAS features. Folding mirrors are crazy money. DCC, AUX Heating, KESSY.

 

You could option this car up to 50K euro.

 

But even if I was happy to go with the same spec as last time around - I'll have to spend 4,500 euro more.

Actually 7000 euro more as a Manual TDI won't be available. 

 

I think that prices me out. I could import a 1 year old 272 TSI Superb Sportline for 35-38K with vrt paid. Save myself thousands and still have a cracking car. 

 

All still speculation - but its kinda in line with what I was expecting. Hopefully we don't have to wait too much longer before getting some concrete numbers.

 

The 1.5 TSI Sportline DSG Superb in UK is £33585. So based on that, the VRS would be about £35K for a basic enough model (based on rough napkin maths 🙂 ) 

Seems Skoda might miss the mark a bit on this and price themselves out of the target market. That pricing will be bringing too many other viable options into the mix. 

 

Edited 13 August, 20205 yr by AJAMESR

Now available on the German configurator, can’t be long for the UK now!

 

Edit: only petrol and IV version

Edited 6 September, 20205 yr by MTwedVRS

Those standard 18” wheels on the German specs are terrible. Although I don’t think much of the weird Xtreme morphed 19”s either. 

On 06/09/2020 at 19:29, MTwedVRS said:

Now available on the German configurator, can’t be long for the UK now!

 

Edit: only petrol and IV version

 

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. 

20 hours ago, ahenners said:

 

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. 

Same... shame I just bought another mk3  

So the Golf Mk8 GTi and GTE UK price list and website configurator have been released today. Anyone know any more about when we might be able to order a Mk4 Octavia vRS in the UK?

Shame the petrol vRS isn't getting the 286bhp engine out of the latest golf... That would have been nice!

On 25/09/2020 at 23:19, GSte said:

Shame the petrol vRS isn't getting the 286bhp engine out of the latest golf... That would have been nice!

 

It's just a different map, easily get the same results 

On 27/09/2020 at 17:19, Tim1631 said:

 

It's just a different map, easily get the same results 

No physical changes, such as bigger turbo & / or intercoolers?

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

 

 

Edited 1 October, 20205 yr by ahenners

Priced a Mk8 Golf GTi last night on the VW website and the 245PS hatch with DSG was just under £35,000 then with options to match my Superb Sportline Plus minus the 4WD of course it went upto £39,700 OTR.

4 minutes ago, shyVRS245 said:

Priced a Mk8 Golf GTi last night on the VW website and the 245PS hatch with DSG was just under £35,000 then with options to match my Superb Sportline Plus minus the 4WD of course it went upto £39,700 OTR.

 

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.

Edited 1 October, 20205 yr by ahenners

If I wanted one I would try to keep it down to around £32,500 choosing a hatch with DSG, Winter Pack and Reversing camera in skinflint Meteor Grey.

That’s a great standard spec IMO. The standard wheels being 19” is a good move. The 18”s in other markets look pony and make it look really under wheeled.  Winter pack is the only addition for me. No rear wiper either. I’d be waiting for the manual too. 

Edited 1 October, 20205 yr by SC03OTT

23 minutes ago, SC03OTT said:

That’s a great standard spec IMO. The standard wheels being 19” is a good move. The 18”s in other markets look pony and make it look really under wheeled.  Winter pack is the only addition for me. No rear wiper either. I’d be waiting for the manual too. 

 

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.

3 hours ago, shyVRS245 said:

Priced a Mk8 Golf GTi last night on the VW website and the 245PS hatch with DSG was just under £35,000 then with options to match my Superb Sportline Plus minus the 4WD of course it went upto £39,700 OTR.

You could get into a 272ps 4WD Arteon for another £3-4K....

 

11 minutes ago, old newbie2 said:

You could get into a 272ps 4WD Arteon for another £3-4K....

 

Don't worry I wouldn't buy a smaller, slower car like the Golf with it's tiny fuel tank and poor range. I actually feel sorry for all Golf drivers unless they are in the excellent Golf R.

Very expensive

2 hours ago, TonyTonic said:

Very expensive

 

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.

 

My August 2017 Limited Edition (very high spec) launch edition facelift manual 245 was £27,595 List Price plus the 4 options it came with. One thing now that would annoy me is the first year's VED on the Vrs245 which has increased to £870. Then £150 for year 2.

12 hours ago, shyVRS245 said:

Don't worry I wouldn't buy a smaller, slower car like the Golf with it's tiny fuel tank and poor range. I actually feel sorry for all Golf drivers unless they are in the excellent Golf R.

 

The Arteon isn't really a small car, the same length but a little wider than your bus..... Same 66 litre tank too, same powertrain, possibly less drag 'cos it's quite sleek & cheaper ( when comparing 2nd hand cars, not when brand-new). As for the Golfs the R's get a 55 litre tank & when driven by old people (like us...) 400 miles range is possible. Swapping my R for an Arteon or a 4WD + DCC Superb could be a really good idea, except that my garage is too small & can't afford to change my home right now. 

 

To get back on track, the new Octavia could fit into my life, but there's still no 4WD petrol & that's what I want / need. Maybe wait for the new Leon Cupra ST with AWD? 

53 minutes ago, old newbie2 said:

To get back on track, the new Octavia could fit into my life, but there's still no 4WD petrol & that's what I want / need. Maybe wait for the new Leon Cupra ST with AWD? 

 

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.

I've just compared the price and spec of the hatch to a pricing and spec brochure dated 13th November 2018, which was the month I picked up my early MY19 245 DSG.

 

OTR £28,045.00

Extreme 19's £655.00

Heated Front Seats £255.00

Columbus £1,075.00

Front Parking Sensors £400.00

Adaptive Cruise £580.00

Kessy £410.00

Total £31,420.00

 

So in reality it's actually not a massive increase.

On 02/10/2020 at 13:08, ahenners said:

 

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.

 

 

Completely agree, seems very nicely specced for the price