Skoda Octavia Mk3
A masterclass in practical, efficient family motoring built on the versatile MQB platform.
- Power
- 110 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 10.2 s
- Top speed
- 122 mph
About the Skoda Octavia Mk3
The third-generation Skoda Octavia utilised the Volkswagen Group's MQB platform to offer significantly more interior space and a longer wheelbase than its predecessor while weighing up to 102kg less. In SE trim with the 1.6 TDI engine, it was positioned as the sweet spot for high-mileage drivers, offering exceptional fuel economy and low CO2 emissions. The hatchback's 'liftback' design provided class-leading boot space of 590 litres, rivaling cars from the segment above. While not a performance-oriented model, it earned a reputation for refinement, build quality, and sensible ergonomics.
Skoda Octavia Mk3 specs
The Skoda Octavia Mk3 produces 110 bhp (82 kW) and 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 10.2 seconds and has a top speed of 122 mph (197 km/h).
| Make | Skoda |
|---|---|
| Model | Octavia |
| Generation | Mk3 |
| Trim | 1.6 TDI SE |
| Years | 2013–2020 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Czech Republic |
| Engine | 1.6-litre turbocharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,598 cc (1.6 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 110 bhp (82 kW) at 3,200 rpm |
| Torque | 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 10.2 s |
| Top speed | 122 mph (197 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,305 kg (2,877 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 84 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Skoda Octavia Mk3 rarity in CarSpot
The Skoda Octavia Mk3 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Skoda Octavia Mk3 fun facts
- Despite being marketed as a hatchback, the Octavia's boot capacity actually exceeded that of the contemporary Ford Mondeo and Volkswagen Passat from the class above.
- The 1.6 TDI GreenLine version of this generation achieved a theoretical range of over 900 miles on a single tank of diesel.
- The Mk3 Octavia was the first Skoda to feature advanced safety systems like Front Assist and Multi-Collision Brake as standard across much of the range.
