Skoda Octavia Scout (2017) Test Drive & Walkaround

The upgraded Skoda Octavia Scout launches with three engine variants and state-of-the-art all-wheel-drive technology with electronically controlled, hydraulic multi-plate clutch. With a ground clearance that has been increased by 30 mm in comparison to the Skoda Octavia COMBI, the compact five-door also masters rough terrain. Beyond that, it impresses with good climbing capability, a high towing capacity and numerous &Clever&features from Skoda. The &Clever&features include a heated steering wheel and seats with the Thermo-Flux function which, from time to time, increases the air and moisture permeability and provides considerably more riding comfort in different climatic conditions - the upgraded Skoda Octavia Scout is therefore an adventurer in the truest sense. The boot has a capacity of 610 to 1740 litres and thanks to its width of 1010 mm, is also perfectly suited to transporting bulky loads without any problems. Numerous storage solutions in the interior increase its practicality. The towing capacity is up to two tonnes, depending on the engine version. The Skoda Octavia Scout is based on the Skoda Octavia COMBI. The 2.0 TDI (110 kW) combined with all-wheel drive and a 7-speed DSG transmission is new to the range. The reworked adventurer is available from market launch with a total of three different four-cylinder engine variants: 1.8 TSI: 132 kW (180 PS), top speed 216 km/h, 0 - 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds, combined consumption 6.8 l/100 km, CO2 158 g/km 2.0...