Skoda Octavia Combi & Hatch World Premiere REVIEW - all you need to know about the 2020 Octavia

This is our in-depth review of the all-new Skoda Octavia. We're taking a look at Exterior, Interior and engines.
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[@user-ei4bi6ld9m]

及早建構其好事 信任

[@Hercegovac.1]

Sorry VW but Škoda looks Better 😀 Thank you Thomas for showing us this beautiful car 👍

[@w7class]

Either you buy a nee vw or a new skoda vag gets the money!..

[@borisvidovic7206]

Škoda look better but also cost more

[@w7class]

@@borisvidovic7206 more than a passat? How come this be possible? I mean in the same trim level..

[@jarekaugustyn4598]

there is conspiracy theory: Skoda should look a bit less nice than VW - to avoid loosing VW clients... ;)

[@derbigpr500]

@@jarekaugustyn4598 It's not a conspiracy theory. VW are very unhappy about Skoda and they actually officially said that they want Skoda cars in the future to be cheap again and that they'll work on making Seat being more premium. Which actually doesn't make sense, because back when Skoda was first formed, long before VW, it was actually a luxury brand, while VW was imagined to be a cheap brand.

[@YZJB]

Great overview Thomas! The interior quality looks far more impressive than the Golf 8 for sure!

[@johncollymore1697]

"Live on Tape!" Thomas shows his professionalism and research skill with concise commentary, for car enthusiasts. Kudos, as usual. Liked the bright coloured interior. HUD! Memory seat for passenger too. Nice cover for cup holders. Details! Future new Kodiaq & Karoq will be interesting also, with their airier interiors if you like SUVs. Many thanks Team - great work.

[@autogefuehl]

😎🤗

[@JFomo]

21:54 finally a real fastback in a small/mid sedan. I wish more manufacturers made midsize 5 door sedans. Welldone Skoda.

[@berhoom2024]

Very nice features at 9:00....cameraman would agree with me.

[@wassupMannn]

The girl sitting next to you is a news reader in the most watched Czech TV channel. Quite nice girl, just like Octavia. :))

[@AbcD-td4ml]

wassupMannn yep.. and she hates this ugly car...

[@darkness_120]

Sorry VW but Skoda took your place from the Golf with this new Octavia... Don't like the design of the front of the Golf nor do I like the interior screens, they look tacky and low resolution, it's like VW had a step back I prefer the MK7.5 Golf... but this Octavia looks good on the exterior good on the interior, great choice of design and materials used. I definitely would pick this over the Golf any time.... Now can't wait what Seat and Audi has to offer with the new Leon and A3... Thank you Thomas for the amazing overview of this car and many other cars!!

[@drsparwaga]

As a premium manufacturer customer I must say I am really impressed with this car. Skoda has massively benefitted from being acquired by VW. This car is ultimate proof of it. For what you pay you get VW-esque quality which is a big plus point. So many plus points and no serious negative points to even mention.

[@gantmann]

Same here. As an Audi customer for many many years I must say that this preview of the upcoming Octavia impresses me. A lot of car for much less bucks. Kudos to Skoda for a well built car.

[@user-ei4bi6ld9m]

蚩氏我們將急救

[@shroomyesc]

Even though I'm disappointed in the lack of physical temperature controls, I love the design in and out and once this comes out I want to make it my next car no doubt. Was considering a Scala but I'll rather wait for this.

[@marksapollo]

Hmm after that spec list I’d have to say, unless you want the badge and possibly the quality, and performance, why buy an Audi over this? Let alone a Golf 8. That’s a hell of a spec list! Good job Skoda. And that dash screen seemed really responsive and fast.

[@AbcD-td4ml]

marksapollo yes, and the most boring car ever? Probably you are maried got a dog and a big woman. Have fun with this anti sex car

[@Pepegium]

@@AbcD-td4ml Well lots of ppl needs a good comfortable and practical car, question is what you are doing here if you hate it so much? 🤣 So grumpy

[@Lerppunen]

Dg G Audi is just as boring. The only exciting VAG brands are Porsche and Lambo.

[@autogefuehl]

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[@progressisbeautiful1541]

Brings up the question: Do you really need anything more than this?

[@dr-ok3sn]

progress is beautiful it’s a personal preference for example: in my case it’s not good enough

[@whatevernevermind5960]

Golf.

[@whatevernevermind5960]

Depends on what you’re after

[@gvozdenkogvozdenko3251]

furthermore proves that the Golf is more than dead.

[@barrchan5358]

a bigger octavia? new superb?

[@MajorKlanga]

Well done Thomas for keeping your cool despite some major distraction.

[@AttitudeAdjusterAA]

that lady in the passenger seat is enjoying being in the show

[@MotoCarsPh]

great review as always, i’m getting a lot of technic from your reviews how to effectively connect with your viewers

[@autogefuehl]

🙏

[@pingwiex]

Wow. What a jump into quality and design. This car looks fantastic now .Why buy a vw or Audi now ?

[@muumuumu]

Just for badge

[@JRCarReviews]

Emmanuel Verpoort Audi is way better and more quality made car.

[@muumuumu]

@@JRCarReviews not worth if you're gonna buy an A4 or something. Same parts everywhere.

[@pingwiex]

@@JRCarReviews I do not agree. I personally own the latest Audi S3. I am happy with the quality of my S3 but it looks that this Octavia is at least at thee same level even if I have paid more than 57k € for my S3 with options

[@andrearlieth2711]

Jonas my man thank you so much for that amazing camara work .... Looking right passed Thomas and capturing that beauty in the passenger seat

[@ahmedkadous]

You are the best car reviewer I ever seen

[@autogefuehl]

Thanks, feel free to recommend 🤗

[@georgess01]

Thomas looks like Thor with those headrest horns and the mic 😂👏

[@autogefuehl]

😂

[@jayjay53313]

Good review Thomas @ Clark Kent, nice humor on the sleeping rear head rest.

[@autogefuehl]

😎

[@DidarHussain.]

Skoda has just become so much more desirable! That interior is majorly impressive, vw lineup seems to have been outdone slightly?

[@riolux]

Glad to see small updates in interior quality, like soft touch material on the doors and knurled metal on parts like the wheel controls. Audi and Skodas steering wheel rollers are far better than VW's buttons, not to mention the touch controls found in competitors like Volvo. Very nice car!

[@erikrusso9808]

Wow, Skoda is stepping up their game, design is great and looks high quality

[@systemfails]

It is pleasure to listen your comments and review. Thank you Thomas, I generally like estate cars but this vehicle is perfect i wish i will have one.

[@autogefuehl]

good to see you mehmet!

[@TheRustedPixel]

haha oh man I'm so glad you mentioned the hydraulic struts for the hood on the Octavia! I was complaining about them going on the Golf. This car is really beautiful looking and the interior is crisp and clean. I just can't see myself driving a sedan.

[@owjianbang01]

I was just looking at the octavia rs245 ytd and now this! I am sold! Waiting for the new octavia rs245

[@chilled99]

They finally gave Skoda proportionate and classy styling

[@vlmxs]

That gap on the front side panel below the bonnet 8O

[@kobbetop]

Skoda Suberb was the first one with that weird design. It looks like it doesn’t quite fit but it is done like that on purpose...not for people with OCD...

[@DEXEuphoria]

Not a fan of Skoda but this is a solid car.

[@jgakpp]

Great video as always! I had almost decided on the new Golf, but I'm actually ordering a 2020 Octavia tomorrow! Sedan of course ;-) Thank you!

[@autogefuehl]

You're welcome and spread the word. Have fun with your new car:)

[@regoaros545]

In my opinion, you have made the right decision.

[@mcgirishnetwork]

Superb car. Explained well all the details. Appreciate your explanation.

[@sparkss4]

Skoda always offered a slightly less posh VW for a much lower price. But this is way more impressive than any VW currently on offer except maybe the Touareg.

[@w7class]

Who else expects proportionate changes in the next generation fabia, too?

[@-EvoII-]

10:29, the girl is confirming your comment Thomas ^^. Btw nice car and review! I'm looking out for the driving video!

[@handleOfParabellum08]

So you get tail lamps from skoda skala and headlights from skoda kodiak but little bit redesigned... I expected something better from new octavia to be honest.

[@2smooth828]

Very informative as always, keep up the great work 👍🏻

[@rorymcloughlin2023]

Škoda has overpassed VW and is aiming for Audi! Always drove VW but will consider Škoda very soon.

[@AbcD-td4ml]

Rory McLoughlin ha ha ha got money problems? Look at it man.. 🤣🤣😂

[@adrianhykel]

@@AbcD-td4ml We're looking at it and it looks really good. Go to an eye doctor

[@inxlee]

@10:42 Lady agrees with you too Thomas lol

[@autogefuehl]

😂

[@dawidm.2435]

Thank You Thomas fo review. Im waiting for IV test on channel :-)

[@p1yaan]

That woman is doing what I do whilst listening to Thomas. As for the Octavia, it's shaping up to be a brilliant car.

[@user-yu1vr4qi6f]

Skoda with the latest new models gives me the impression that it's trying to be the upmarket brand of the group. In this case Octavia looks more upmarket than Passat!

[@vladmihai306]

The design, in my view, is the best in the VW class. Better than Golf 8 for sure. Better than Passat. Maybe Arteon looks better. IMO it is in the class design of Audi, Mercedes, BMW, so Skoda is doing very good things.

[@artemusje2]

Thanks Thomas! I was one of the few that didn't really mind the split headlight of the previous version. Still, this looks much better than the previous version from all angles. The sedan especially, it looks very good and I would now prefer it to the combi. The interior is also a success, it looks great. I like the use of fabric on the dash, I wish that would be used (much) more in car interiors. More fabric, less piano lacker! :-) All in all this is a great new generation of the Octavia. If they keep the prices at around the same level as before, I am convinced they will sell even more of these than before.

[@autogefuehl]

👌

[@sebkoch]

@5:27 Uwaga Pertyn nadchodzi!!!

[@Jack-D-Ripper]

Thanks Thomas; an excellent review. I would go for the Combi/Estate in silver. 😎

[@awesomemike-4411]

Awesome car, way better than its predecessor and great review as always Thomas! But i am curious. Why the previous model with the 2.0 Tdi 150 hp had 0-100 at 8.4 seconds and this new with the same engine has the acceleration time at 8.9 seconds? Could it be wrong?

[@autogefuehl]

new emission laws

[@zakars2265]

Wow, a revolutionary design, with a very interesting features

[@JRCarReviews]

Now the interior is good looking, It’s disappointing there is no manual AC controls, but at leas the GUI is better looking than that Golf 8 and ID, cheap Android theme. But putting snow brush is simply stupid. Brushes scratch clear coat of the paint when you push snow and ice.

[@eloquentblack]

Nice review. Thanks, Tomas. BTW, what's the difference between Autogefuel and Autogefühl channels?

[@autogefuehl]

Thanks! Check video description, one is for long in-depth, the other for the shorter versions - compare the video lengths :)

[@wayfaringcookie8142]

What an amazing car. Id seriously consider this when my E goes back! Impressive!!

[@user-ei4bi6ld9m]

邱請就遲誒室我看持

[@gohkkg]

The funnel for the windscreen fluid is a very good idea. Always like a two-tone interior that looks brighter and spacious. Looking forward to the test drive.

[@pawekasprzyk7224]

But a car is amazing indeed... and very skilled guy.

[@stefang1087]

Beautiful and stylish car.(except that "attached screen") WV watch out ! I hope it comes with that beautiful pair of legs 😎😃😉......thanks Jonas😉👍 And thank you both for yet another good review 👍

[@autogefuehl]

thanks stefan =)

[@music2live141]

Thanks for the review Thomas, good job!!. I really love Skoda´s policy, Is there a SCOUT version on the way?

[@autogefuehl]

Thanks! Did u watch full length? =)

[@scottmcfadyen8921]

I have an sel 70 plate desiel absolutely love it

[@elvispink4792]

Nice review Thomas and Autogefühl team missed the " Full Length Full screen Full HD" phrase 😉

[@user-sp7ix7lm9q]

I wonder if we could order black roof with black seats.

[@bneyarb5037]

The interior is so much nicer than the Passat, but the Passat is probably more expensive. Weird

[@downburst1]

JPBD 1990 the Superb is the Skoda Version of the Passat. Why are you comparing the Octavia to a Passat?

[@bneyarb5037]

downburst1 I dunno, because they’re really similar vehicles? 🤔

[@Giannisb23]

@@downburst1 nope superb is in the same category with audi a6 and octavia is in the same category with passat,A4,mondeo,avensis,etc...

[@SimJoy]

"And the cool thing about this interior is"... :) So serious Thomas :)

[@RRUser2003]

Why dont they do diesel hybrids😩 2.0 Tdi 150hp 7-speed dsg and electric engine on back axel. So its 230hp 4x4 diesel hybrid😍

[@vhira]

The Skoda Octavia VRS looks cool but personally they should’ve given it more power then the Golf GTI because the Skoda is heavier then the Golf so in a race the Skoda will struggle to keep up with the Golf GTI

[@adamrice617]

Stunning. Especially the combi!

[@pawekasprzyk7224]

Another skoda going to change the world... Yeee

[@flemmingandersen748]

When will Skoda have a driving event for the Octavia. Really looking forward to see that

[@kevinn1158]

Say hello to the Skoda Octavia TT..... looks great. Much better than the Audi A4 wagon. Nice review Thomas. By the way, you can use my 8 yr old for the tailgate test if you like. ;p

[@JRCarReviews]

First super disappointed in Škoda as there marketing team gave me an email to reach out for premier so I can come and review new generation (I own previous) but I got no reply. Then my friend who works for magazin told me they called them last minute. So unprofessional! 😡 Then the presentation was so bad, no information about car. Just overall bad! And after they introduced the car to stage. Stream ended?

[@CyberIllusions]

So macht arbeiten Spass, Thomas. Mit einer heißen Biene auf dem Beifahrersitz. *LOL* ;-)

[@Alienwarez567Epic]

I love it hope it comes with at bigger engine than the 190 Bhp

[@RS6Bongo]

i thing the Rs could have 300 hp

[@codawari]

Thanks for the review, Thomas. The seating position was actually the lowest possible? I am 6 foot 5 and I guess the car is to low for me.....

[@derbigpr500]

Good camera work!

[@alanjenkinson7812]

Thomas do you think they use real childrens heads when calculating the sensitivity of the tail gate? :) great review as always - would like to see the vRS

[@autogefuehl]

😂

[@Biggie177]

for a big person like me i am 160kg and 180cm what is better for in terms of space. The skoda octavia , suberb or the kodiaq? or would you suggest volkswagen passat?

[@janimyllymaki2871]

New Golf 8 have no hydraulic struts.

[@tetu310]

Wish Volkswagen Group Japan would sell Skodas in Japan. Maybe the Superb is too big for our streets, but the new Octavia looks like it would be a smash hit in here!

[@iain8837]

I’m considering a Kamiq or Karoq but only if it’s plugin hybrid and would like a head up display. Will these options be put on there mid and small suv? Shame they haven’t done that.

[@guseks8413]

I really like this new design, the facelift of the previous version is quite ugly like you said, Thomas so this is big step up! I think there will be an order done for the scout version after I have had a look at it, whenever it is revealed.

[@autogefuehl]

👌

[@TobbeRocks]

Same here👍🏼

[@kam_iko]

my OCD is triggered every time they show the spot, where the line between the front boot and the front fender meets the front door. it always looks misaligned to me :-/ bad design choice. otherwise, great car.

[@Arinis.ltd.]

Man she is hot...the car ! It looks way better than the golf inside out

[@berhoom2024]

She looks better inside does she? 🤪

[@josefharasek3502]

love the way she smells

[@berhoom2024]

@@josefharasek3502 My phone doesn't have that function...I have to upgrade.

[@VladicD]

I like this car much more than the new Golf.

[@rmpumper]

That light interior really could use some wooden inlays instead of crappy black piano plastic.

[@limpunsing224]

I miss the days when cars were so simple :(

[@siiNke]

get bmw then

[@limpunsing224]

@@siiNke I still drive my old air-cooled 911

[@progressisbeautiful1541]

I don't

[@BrateTebra123]

@@siiNke this !

[@whatevernevermind5960]

marax BMW’s are money pits nowadays

[@semirgulidji4167]

Schöne Auto 👍🏻👍🏻

[@flo_fet]

About trunk safety test, does it work for e.g. if you put only one arm at the edge of the trunk (above tail lights)? Just curious, sorry for stupid question!

[@e7234]

best design ever, i can say that it looks like the best C segment right now. At lest to me the combi looks like an a4 but with more elegant lines

[@corneliusscipio777]

it isn´t C Segment but D Segment ;)

[@e7234]

Cornelius Scipio excuse me but segment d is the superb. this car is a longer wheelbase golf (c segment) . your future is very bright though :)

[@corneliusscipio777]

@@e7234 nope, segments are going according to the size of the car. The Octavia length is 4.69 m, far away from segment C (until 4.50-4.60 m). In Germany, we classified Octavia as "Mittelklasse Fahrzeug" (mid-size for Americans). Superb is a "Obere Mittelklasse" (for America, Executive car), with almost 4.9 m.

[@e7234]

Cornelius Scipio this is europe where cars are made by pieces not by lengths

[@corneliusscipio777]

@@e7234 and?

[@saurabhmuneshwar]

This is Octavia imagine 2020 superb

[@RRUser2003]

saurabh muneshwar They facelift it this year so new superb will be available like 2022-2023😕

[@whitewalker9622]

Sedan, please do a vs test with the smaller engines

[@chandramohan7155]

Need full length review for Sadan

[@arabarran]

If consumption is good as they say it is, i could replace my 2014. Octavia with plug in hybrid.

[@Luleliluli]

Thomas!! You need a torch on that camera!! Some of the takes are to dark and it becomes very difficult to see what's on the shades. Other than that great video, as always.

[@autogefuehl]

Difficult light situation on premieres

[@eliasloozen7948]

Hi Thomas, do you have any idea if there will be a 4x4 IV version?

[@autogefuehl]

Not gonna happen

[@corneliusscipio777]

@@autogefuehl but it will be Allrad Version with DSG... or you mean an Octavia "Scout"?

[@AmbroReality]

Does this specific sedan have lowered suspension? Because it seems lower than other videos i have seen.

[@JRCarReviews]

No mention of price Tomas?

[@autogefuehl]

Not out yet

[@MiniEggs1999]

Will there be a new Superb? I hear rumours it is struggling with all the SUVs

[@ajmag4891]

WHY THAT NOSE DROP ON FRONT DESIGN ?? LOST ITS CHARM

[@peterh.3008]

The girl in a passenger seat us not leaving... lol

[@capitanandy2535]

Thomas....no bad...much better than Audi....wonderful Octavia wagon!!!!......sedan is much better than A class mercedes with open trunk all over!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@realmarat]

17:35 Thomas, I think this is mistake, 8 cm is the common space between knees and front seats, and it was increased only by 7mm, like it was written in press-release.

[@autogefuehl]

Sorry indeed, 8 cm is the _total_ overall legroom now the release said, but even doesnt make any sense if you think about it

[@autogefuehl]

Maybe with the front seat all the way back?

[@realmarat]

@@autogefuehl No, 8 cm is literally the free space between your knees and front seat that you are showing with your fingers :)

[@autogefuehl]

yeah but I mean, what is the standard measurement. What is a standard knee? You know what I mean? Usually for those figures you need to have measures you can reproduce. I will check with them =)

[@realmarat]

@@autogefuehl For me, the standard measurement is Thomas sitting behind himself!

[@agordonforme6797]

Is there any need for the new Superb now

[@devavratgoenka568]

Will the hatch back version get a sunroof?