ŠKODA has completed the introduction of its bestseller’s fourth-generation with the launch of the OCTAVIA vRS in petrol and diesel forms. They follow the ŠKODA OCTAVIA vRS iV – the brand’s first-ever vRS model to feature plug-in hybrid drive.
For the first time, the OCTAVIA vRS is available with a choice of three powertrains. The 2.0 TDI e from the new EVO generation of engines now produces 200PS and comes with either front- or all-wheel drive. The new EVO variant of the 2.0 TSI, which has an output of 245PS, and the OCTAVIAvRS iV, that also delivers 245PS, are front-wheel drive.
With a drag coefficient (cd) from 0.25, the OCTAVIA vRS is extremely aerodynamic, which results in lower CO2 emissions and fuel consumption. Many of its body parts have been aerodynamically optimised, including the air curtains in the front bumper, the aeroflaps, the diffuser on the rear apron and the hatchback’s vRS rear spoiler.
Limited-slip differential
The OCTAVIA vRS fitted with a TSI engine comes with an electronic limited-slip differential as standard, providing impressive traction and driving dynamics. The all-wheel-drive system – an option for the OCTAVIA vRS fitted with a TDI engine – distributes power via a new, electronically controlled sixth-generation multi-plate clutch.
The vRS-typical sports chassis, which comes as standard, lowers the car by 15 mm. Adaptive Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) is an optional extra. It constantly adjusts the damping and enables a particularly dynamic driving style in Sport mode.
New technology and assistance systems
The OCTAVIA vRS can be ordered with any of the new technologies and innovative assistance systems the fourth-generation OCTAVIA has to offer. Shift-by-wire technology to operate the car’s DSG is making its OCTAVIA vRS debut. Furthermore, the car now also boasts new systems, such as Collision Avoidance Assist and Turn Assist, to increase active safety.
Collision Avoidance Assist helps to drive around a pedestrian, cyclist or other vehicles, helping to prevent an impending collision. At junctions, Turn Assist can detect oncoming traffic when turning right, warn the driver or automatically stop the vehicle. The local Traffic Warning function automatically warns of traffic hold-ups in the car’s immediate surroundings. Side Assist, Front Assist and Predictive Pedestrian and Cyclist Protection are other systems.
LED Matrix headlights
The OCTAVIA vRS comes with full LED Matrix headlights and full LED tail lights, which includes dynamic indicators and an animated Coming/Leaving Home function. The ŠKODA Octavia vRS is equipped with a 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit as standard. The infotainment systems feature new-generation technology from Volkswagen Group’s Modular Infotainment Matrix and sport a 10-inch central display. A permanent internet connection is provided by a built-in eSIM which enables the use of numerous mobile online services.
