{"id":2931,"date":"2025-09-19T10:39:57","date_gmt":"2025-09-19T00:39:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/?p=2931"},"modified":"2025-09-18T00:18:17","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T14:18:17","slug":"review-2025-skoda-octavia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/review-2025-skoda-octavia\/","title":{"rendered":"Review: 2025 SKODA Octavia"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/skoda-octavia\"><strong>2025 SKODA Octavia<\/strong><\/a> lands in Australia with a light refresh, bigger tech inside, and the same sensible-meets-clever vibe that made it a cult pick for families and keen drivers. Think roomy liftback or wagon body, crisp new lighting, and a choice of the easygoing 110 TSI or the punchy RS. It is the alternative for people who want space and smarts without defaulting to an SUV.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"538\">Pros and Cons<\/h2>\n<h4 data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"549\">Pros<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"682\">Wagon space that embarrasses most SUVs, with 600 L in the liftback and 640 L in the wagon.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"816\">Sensible drivetrain choices: efficient 1.4-litre 110 TSI or the grin-inducing RS 2.0-litre.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"966\">Big-screen cabin with a 13-inch infotainment unit and digital cluster, plus loads of \u201cSimply Clever\u201d touches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"978\"><\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"978\">Cons<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1094\">RS asks for premium money and premium fuel; not everyone needs the power.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1177\">Rear row fits adults, but three across gets cosy. (Typical mid-sizer problem.)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1256\">No hybrid option yet in Australia, while rivals lean into electrification.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1285\">How Much Does It Cost?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1643\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/skoda-octavia\"><strong>2025 SKODA Octavia<\/strong><\/a> range starts from <strong data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1338\">$39,590<\/strong> before on-roads for the Select liftback and runs to <strong data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1402\">$59,990<\/strong> before on-roads for the RS wagon. National drive-away pricing sits around <strong data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1488\">$41,490<\/strong> for a Select liftback and up to <strong data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1532\">$64,490<\/strong> for an RS wagon, with the Sportline mid-spec slotting neatly in between.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1671\">Features and Benefits<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"2210\">Every <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/skoda-octavia\"><strong>Octavia<\/strong><\/a> now feels more upmarket inside. You get a <strong data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1739\">13-inch<\/strong> central touchscreen, a <strong data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"1777\">10.25-inch<\/strong> digital cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay\/Android Auto, and wireless phone charging. Lodge-style trim and refreshed materials help it look more premium than its price suggests. The cabin still trades on intelligent details: umbrella in the front door, rubbish bin in the pocket, tablet holders for the kids, cargo nets for the boot. It sounds silly until a wet day or school run proves otherwise.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2212\" data-end=\"2609\">On the road, the <strong data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2240\">110 TSI<\/strong> (110 kW\/250 Nm) uses an eight-speed auto for smooth, relaxed commuting and country-road cruising. If you care more about exits than entrances, the <strong data-start=\"2388\" data-end=\"2394\">RS<\/strong> brings a 2.0-litre turbo (195 kW\/370 Nm) and a 7-speed dual-clutch, good for a claimed <strong data-start=\"2482\" data-end=\"2513\">0-100 km\/h in the mid-sixes<\/strong>. Both are front-drive, which keeps weight and costs down.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2611\" data-end=\"2622\">Safety<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2623\" data-end=\"3067\">ANCAP rates the updated <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/skoda-octavia\"><strong>Octavia<\/strong><\/a> <strong data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2669\">five stars<\/strong> (assessment under 2022 protocols). Scores are strong: <strong data-start=\"2724\" data-end=\"2746\">89% Adult Occupant<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"2748\" data-end=\"2761\">82% Child<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2784\">81% Safety Assist<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"2786\" data-end=\"2814\">68% Vulnerable Road User<\/strong>. Standard kit includes AEB with pedestrian\/cyclist detection, junction AEB, reversing AEB, lane-keeping, adaptive cruise with stop-go, and emergency assist. That is real peace of mind, especially for family buyers.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3069\" data-end=\"3087\">Running Costs<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3088\" data-end=\"3537\">Official combined fuel economy for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/skoda-octavia\"><strong>2025 SKODA Octavia<\/strong><\/a> line-up sits in the <strong data-start=\"3166\" data-end=\"3186\">5.7-7.0 L\/100 km<\/strong> window depending on variant, and the cars run on <strong data-start=\"3236\" data-end=\"3256\">95 RON or higher<\/strong>. Servicing is every <strong data-start=\"3277\" data-end=\"3300\">12 months\/15,000 km<\/strong>, and SKODA offers a <strong data-start=\"3321\" data-end=\"3361\">7-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty<\/strong> plus a <strong data-start=\"3369\" data-end=\"3392\">7-year service pack<\/strong> priced from <strong data-start=\"3405\" data-end=\"3421\">about $3,650<\/strong>. That mix undercuts a lot of \u201cpremium\u201d rivals while keeping ownership simple.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3539\" data-end=\"3573\">Comparison To Its Competitors<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3574\" data-end=\"3873\">If you are wagon-curious, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/skoda-octavia\"><strong>Octavia<\/strong><\/a> wagon makes a Camry driver do a double-take. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/toyota-camry\"><strong>Toyota\u2019s Camry Hybrid<\/strong><\/a> sips <strong data-start=\"3684\" data-end=\"3707\">around 4.0 L\/100 km<\/strong>, so it still wins the bowser battle, but it is sedan-only and not as practical as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/skoda-octavia\"><strong>Octavia<\/strong><\/a> wagon for bikes, prams or dogs.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3875\" data-end=\"4304\"><strong>Mazda6<\/strong> remains a lovely driver\u2019s car with top-shelf ergonomics, yet it is on the way out locally, which makes the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/skoda-octavia\"><strong>Octavia<\/strong><\/a> feel like the last of the sensible-size heroes still evolving. If you are cross-shopping family SUVs, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/skoda-octavia\"><strong>Octavia<\/strong><\/a>\u2019s boot and road manners will surprise you. It rides with the calm you expect from a Euro, but it turns in neatly and feels lighter than most high-riders.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3875\" data-end=\"4304\">2025 Skoda Octavia Australia: Pricing, Features, Efficiency and Safety Explained<\/h2>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Skoda Octavia 2025 review: 110TSI Select wagon | New family hauler is better value than Mazda6?\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4QRN9yneiP4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4847\" data-end=\"4862\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4863\" data-end=\"5369\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/skoda-octavia\"><strong>2025 SKODA Octavia<\/strong><\/a> is the car you recommend to friends who want value and grown-up practicality without giving up driving enjoyment. The Select is honest and well equipped. The Sportline looks the part for less. The RS is the stealth performance family car. None of them shout; all of them deliver. If your weekends involve sports gear, IKEA runs, or long coastal drives, this is the kind of smart choice that makes you feel smug every time you pop the tailgate.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5371\" data-end=\"5392\">Rating: 8.6\/10<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5393\" data-end=\"5662\">Space, tech and safety are spot on for the money, the RS is a hoot, and the everyday 110 TSI keeps costs sane. Lack of a local hybrid option and some tightness across the rear bench stop it short of perfection, but it is still a class act in the real world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 2025 SKODA Octavia lands in Australia with a light refresh, bigger tech inside, and the same sensible-meets-clever vibe that made it a cult pick for families and keen drivers. Think roomy liftback or wagon body, crisp new lighting, and a choice of the easygoing 110 TSI or the punchy RS. 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