2015 Skoda Octavia Scout Review
What’s Hot: Well-rounded engine range, drives great on and off road, value for money.
What’s Not: No auto for base model, too many hard cabin plastics.
X-FACTOR: Skoda’s Scout offers the right blend of rugged styling and carlike comfort in a well-specced, practical package.
Vehicle Style: Medium crossover wagon
Price: $32,990 (110TDI - $41,390 (135TDI)
Engine/trans:
110kW/340Nm 2.0 turbo diesel 4cyl | 6spd manual
132kW/280Nm 1.8 turbo petrol 4cyl | 6spd twin-clutch auto
135kW/380Nm 2.0 turbo diesel 4cyl | 6spd twin-clutch auto
Fuel Economy
110TDI and 135TDI: 5.3 l/100km | tested: 6.0 l/100km (135TDI)
132TSI: 7.1 l/100km | tested: 10.2 l/100km
OVERVIEW
The new Octavia Scout is here, better than ever before and more affordable to boot.
Priced at $32,990 for the 110TDI entrypoint, this keenly-priced crossover makes a fine rival for Subaru’s still-fresh Outback range but holds a $3000 to $6000 price advantage over the Sube right through the range.
It’s also a more broadly-appealing offering now, not only because Skoda has taken the razor to its pricing ($7000 has been slashed from the 110TDI), but also thanks to a wider choice of powertrains - three in total, compared to just the one previously.
We travelled to Tasmania to sample the range on a variety of local roads. Disappointments were few.
THE INTERIOR | RATING: 3/5
- Power windows, leather upholstered steering wheel, 17-inch alloys, fog lamps, cruise control, trip computer, 5.8-inch infotainment display, rear view camera, reverse parking sensors, USB audio input, Bluetooth connectivity.
- Premium grade adds: Heated front seats, 8-inch colour infotainment display, sat-nav, powered tailgate, Alcantara trim, alloy pedals.
- Luggage space: 588 litres minimum, 1718 litres maximum.
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