Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI SCR 150 HP DSG vs.Toyota Corolla 1.8 Hybrid 122 km E-CVT.Duel in the C segment

It may be hard to believe, but Octavia, as a model, is already 24 years old!The car was the first Škody model designed in Volkswagen's construction offices, taking over many technical solutions from it and technologically entering a completely different level.A reasonable value for money meant that Octavia splashed in the markets, becoming the most popular Škody model.In November 2019, 4 was shown in Czech Prague.generation of the model.

Toyota Corolla has a much longer model history.Which was first shown as a car of segment B for the first time in 1966.Significantly, Corolla also became a bestseller for Toyota.The current, twelfth generation of the model returned in 2019 after 13 years of absence in European showrooms.Therefore, both models are new on the market.

Skoda Octavia vs.Toyota Corolla.Appearance

The new Octavia has undergone clear, visual changes against the predecessor.She became larger, gained a more muscular figure and more sharp lines.Octavia IV was designed in the new brand aesthetics, which at the end of 2018 was initiated by the Scala model.Therefore, we have one -piece, soaring and cut headlights.Visually, the narrow, vertically ribbed grill with a wide, silver frame also attracts attention.Compared to large wheel arches, the front fenders look even inconspicuous.Looking at the body of the car on the side, we will notice the characteristic rummage at the bottom of the door, clinic to the back of the vehicle.The mildly falling "C" post leads to the trunk cover on which a large inscription "Škoda" was placed.Two -colored rear lamp shades are also narrow but they have more poor than those in the front.

Visually, Octavia is not extravagant.It is a modern, but also very subdued car.This procedure has been using the VW group for years and has been bringing a very good effect for years.Perhaps not thrilling on the street, however, they become timeless and they will look as well now and in ten years.This is the secret to drawing universal lines and the proportions of the body.

Corolla focuses on the appearance - that's for sure.The lines are slightly guided, a lot of soft arched embossing and white.The engine cover is long and sharply directed downwards.The huge, wide with transverse ribbing was placed low above the ground.The Toyota logo was placed in a narrow space under the edge of the engine cover with two rising chrome wings, at the end of which narrow headlights were integrated.Noteworthy are two chrome "C" -shaped frames symmetrically placed on both sides of the grill.Optically "bind" him together.The side line of the car is classic just like the rear with the trunk lid on which the brand logotype was placed.Also, two -colored rear lamps were optically conducted across the entire rear vessel strip.

Here, too, Toyota focuses on timelessness.Corolli body, although probably faster on the street than the new octavia body, also for many years it will universally match changing fashions and trends.

Skoda Octavia vs.Toyota Corolla.Inside

The new Octavia is not only construction but also a huge forward jump.We will see it the fastest inside the vehicle, the finish was made of soft and pleasant to the touch materials.What immediately catches the eye is a certain minimalism.All kinds of switches have been reduced to the absolutely necessary amount.Most of the service functions take on a touch screen of the multimedia system with a diagonal (depending on the version) 8.25 or 10.25 inches.

Many people will be surprised by a two -armed multifunctional steering wheel, and a miniature gear shift switch, having the shape of a miniature Joystika.You have to get used to the new gear shift lever - undoubtedly some will have nothing to resist your hand, but this construction has a lot of advantages.First of all, there is no mechanical connection between the lever and the transmission.Currently, all commands from the switch to the box are transmitted electronically (by-Wire).Which means that even if by mistake while driving on the run, we want to switch the chest to a neutral or reversing position, the electronics will wait until these operations will not have a negative effect on the gearbox.Life has become even simpler.

Of course, in addition to the multimedia display, we will also get the electronic set of I-Cockpit indicators already known from other models.The list of options in the new Octavia has been enriched with M.in.about the first head-up display in Škoda, matrix LED headlights (22 LEDs in each lamp), a set of 360 ST cameras, a steering wheel with capituable sensors or a USB-C socket placed at the rearview mirror (for power supply, e.g..video recorder).

Octavia has always been famous for the amount of space inside and the spacious trunk.Built on the new MQB Octavia IV platform, it is not only larger in terms of external dimensions, but also has a more extensive interior.This translates especially for the space for the rear sofa passengers.The wide rear door makes it easier to get on and off the vehicle, and the journey of even high passengers is very comfortable.The advantage is also the trunk capacity, which in the case of liftback has 600 liters, and after folding the rear seat it increases to 1109 liters.

Also in Corolla, the interior was completely again created.The driver is surrounded by a dashboard designed with taste, which in the higher versions of the equipment is trimmed with pleasant to the eye and hands with artificial skin.The high-set screen of the info-entertainment system with knobs and buttons is friendly and easy to use.

The materials are of good quality and the interior dimensions do not raise any objections.At the front of the place is enough for tall people thanks to the appropriate adjustment of the seats.The dashboard was planned well, the indicators were designed clearly.The most important functions are performed using the buttons grouped on the steering wheel column.Access to radio controls is exemplary.In the back is sitting higher now, but there is a lower roof.However, there is plenty of places above the head and leg places, at least for people with a height to 1.86m.

Toyota Corolla 12.The generation was based on the TNGA platform (the same one that Prius has since 2015, from 2018 Lexus UX, and also used in C-HR).It allows you to easily create hybrid varieties.The trunk has a capacity of 471 liters.It's a lot less than in Octavia, but you can easily accommodate luggage for a family of 3-4.However, finishing the cover could be better made.

Executive equipment includes: main and rear lights in LED technology, 7 airbags, early response system in the event of a collision risk (PCS) with pedestrian detection system and cyclists, road signs recognition system (RSA), lane maintenance assistant (LTA), driver fatigue detection system (SWS), automatic lights with dusk sensor, intelligent wipers with a rain sensor, dead field monitoring system in mirrors (BSM), transverse warning system at the back of the vehicle (RCTA), obstacle detection system (ICS),Projection display on the front windshield (HUD), intelligent automatic parking system (S-IPA), intelligent adaptive cruise control (IACC), two-zone automatic air conditioning, front and rear parking sensors, as well as reversing camera, heated external mirrors and steering wheel, color display on the indicator plate(7 inches) with three -dimensional effect, Toyota Touch 2 with color multimedia system with colorthat touch screen (8 inches).

Skoda Octavia vs.Toyota Corolla.Power units

At present, one gasoline engine and two diesel units are available in Octavia.Gasoline is a TSI ACT unit with a capacity of 1.5 liters and 150 HP combined with a 6-speed manual transmission.The diesel version is also a well -known 2 -liter TDI SCR engine with 115 or 150 HP.The weaker one is only combined with a manual 6-speed gearbox, and a stronger with a 7-speed DSG automatic.

The previously announced TSI three-cylinder unit with a capacity of 1 liter and 110 HP, compiled with a manual 6-speed gearbox, was to be available on the market.It was also supposed to be the cheapest, because it cost slightly above 80,000.PLN OCTAVII version, unfortunately it will probably be on sale only in 2021.

Currently, therefore, the cheapest is Octavia with a gasoline engine 1.5 TSI (150 HP) - Ambition version for PLN 94,750.This unit is characterized by an acceleration of 0-100 km/h of 8.2 seconds.and a maximum speed of 230 km/h.According to the manufacturer, fuel consumption is to be 5.6-6.7 liters/100 km.

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A two -liter diesel with 115 HP, allows you to accelerate 0-100 km/h - 10.3 seconds.and a maximum speed of 211 km/h.Fuel consumption is to be 4.3-5.1 liters/100 km.

The most powerful of 150 HP diesel units ensures acceleration 0-100 km/h - 8.7 sec.and a maximum speed of 227 km/h.Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is to be 4.6-5.4 liters/100 km.

In Corolla, we can choose from one gasoline engine 1.6 DUAL VVT-I 132 HP combined with a 6-speed manual transmission or a stepless automatic transmission-Multidrive S.

The most popular, however, is the hybrid version 1.8 122 km equipped with an E-CVT transparent transmission.

Gasoline engine 1.6 Dual VVT-I 132 HP combined with a 6-speed manual transmission allows acceleration 0-100 km/h-9.7 sec.and a maximum speed of 200 km/h.Fuel consumption is to be 6.1-7.3 liters/100 km.The same unit but equipped with a stepless gear - Multidrive S, provides acceleration 0-100 km/h - 10.2 sec.and a maximum speed of 190 km/h.Fuel consumption is to be 6.5-7.4 liters/100 km.

As for the hybrid, here the parameters are as follows: acceleration 0-100 km/h - 11 sec., maximum speed - 180 km/h, and fuel consumption is 4.3-5.2 l/100 km on average.

Skoda Octavia vs.Toyota Corolla.Summary

Both cars are new and both cars have a lot to offer to their buyers.In terms of equipment, they are comparable with each other, and additional equipment can be purchased in very attractive packages.The one who values the comfort of a diesel unit will be happy with this motor in Octavia.Corolla will work mainly in everyday traffic.Octavia has an advantage in terms of dynamics and performance.

The e-CVT transmission has as many opponents as supporters.The first ones point out her loud work and average parameters.The latter, they are delighted with the smoothness of her work and parameters...The already known DSG transmission also has different opinions.To make your own, it is worth riding both, and before buying, choose the version that suits us individually.What speaks for Octavia is its functional parameters, including a huge trunk.

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