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India-bound 2020 Skoda Octavia sedan breaks cover
Last updated on Nov 12, 2019, 06:17 pm
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After several teasers and spy shots, Czech automaker Skoda has finally unveiled its much-anticipated sedan, the 2020 Octavia.
The fourth-generation model comes with a sportier look while packing several hi-tech features like built-in voice assistant and eSIM support as well as the model's first plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Notably, the car is likely to hit the Indian roads sometime next year.
Here's our roundup.
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Exteriors
2020 Skoda Octavia: At a glance
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The 2020 Skoda Octavia is longer and wider than the outgoing model and looks sportier than before, thanks to the sharper-looking sculpted lines.
The car comes with a cascading grille housed in a chrome frame, a coupe-inspired roof design, and chrome elements surrounding the windows.
Apart from that, it houses sleeker-looking LED headlamps (full-matrix LEDs as optional), turn indicators, and LED taillights.
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Interiors
What about interiors?
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The 2020 Octavia sports a five-seater cabin with a panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, three-zone climate control, and ventilated seats with massage function.
The car gets a fully-digital Virtual Cockpit setup, a head-up display, and a touchscreen infotainment system (8.25-inch or 10-inch depending on the model).
It also offers hi-tech features like connected car technology with eSIM support and a voice-enabled digital assistant called Laura.
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Engine
Power and performance
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Internationally, the fourth-generation Octavia will be available in numerous powertrains including petrol, diesel, CNG, plug-in as well as mild-hybrid engines.
However, according to reports, the India-specific model will come with a 1.5-liter and 2.0-liter turbo petrol engines, mated to manual or automatic transmission systems.
The former is capable of producing 150bhp of power, while the latter can churn out 190bhp.
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Information
When will it come to India?
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The 2020 Skoda Octavia will reportedly launch in India sometime in 2020. As for the pricing, it is likely to fall under Rs. 20-30 lakh price bracket. Once launched, it will take on the likes of Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla Altis, and Hyundai Elantra.
