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09-12-2009, 05:39 PM
In this weeks local "Free Press Leader". I'm sure that it will be syndicated in all their various publications.
Distinctive character
by Peter Barnwell
"This is a really good car, the right size. plenty of go, sporty handling and feel and, after a recent makeover, good-looking too.
Skoda's Octavia RS TSi, (the turbo-petrol model) is in a competitive section of the market but measured against direct competitors like the Mazda 6, Honda Accord EURO and new Subaru Liberty Sport. The Czech-made five¬door lift back blows them all into the weeds in more than outright performance.
It runs a two-litre, turbo-petrol four-cylinder we know and love from the previous VW Golf GTi and is good for 147kW/280Nm output. That translates into a 0-100km/h sprint in 7.3 seconds.
Response on the move is impressive, aided in the test car's case by an optional double clutch (DSG) transmission with steering wheel paddle change -a $2,300 option on the base price of $37.990.
Equipment levels are generous and include a premium audio system, sports seats, dual-zone climate control. auto wipers and headlights. auto dim rear view mirror, six airbags and stability control.
It handles the way a sports sedan should, offering a taut feel and minimal body roll through turns, strong brakes and quick steering. The smooth-running engine with a bit of a burble is a gem, with as much squirt as any normal person could need and returns 7.7 litres/100km into the bargain -on 95 octane fuel.
The Octavia RS feels nimble and safe to drive. The body is rock solid and practical with the liftback rear and split-folding rear seats.
It's a largish car providing seats for five, four in comfort. and a large load area.
The driver's cockpit is stylish and functional. Essentially, Skoda's Octavia RS TSi is a keener priced VW with its own distinctive character. Definitely worth a look."
You can currently view the story on the Free Press Leader site (http://free-press-leader.whereilive.com.au/) by clicking on the "Browse the entire paper online" link. This will of course only work this week until a new edition comes out.
Distinctive character
by Peter Barnwell
"This is a really good car, the right size. plenty of go, sporty handling and feel and, after a recent makeover, good-looking too.
Skoda's Octavia RS TSi, (the turbo-petrol model) is in a competitive section of the market but measured against direct competitors like the Mazda 6, Honda Accord EURO and new Subaru Liberty Sport. The Czech-made five¬door lift back blows them all into the weeds in more than outright performance.
It runs a two-litre, turbo-petrol four-cylinder we know and love from the previous VW Golf GTi and is good for 147kW/280Nm output. That translates into a 0-100km/h sprint in 7.3 seconds.
Response on the move is impressive, aided in the test car's case by an optional double clutch (DSG) transmission with steering wheel paddle change -a $2,300 option on the base price of $37.990.
Equipment levels are generous and include a premium audio system, sports seats, dual-zone climate control. auto wipers and headlights. auto dim rear view mirror, six airbags and stability control.
It handles the way a sports sedan should, offering a taut feel and minimal body roll through turns, strong brakes and quick steering. The smooth-running engine with a bit of a burble is a gem, with as much squirt as any normal person could need and returns 7.7 litres/100km into the bargain -on 95 octane fuel.
The Octavia RS feels nimble and safe to drive. The body is rock solid and practical with the liftback rear and split-folding rear seats.
It's a largish car providing seats for five, four in comfort. and a large load area.
The driver's cockpit is stylish and functional. Essentially, Skoda's Octavia RS TSi is a keener priced VW with its own distinctive character. Definitely worth a look."
You can currently view the story on the Free Press Leader site (http://free-press-leader.whereilive.com.au/) by clicking on the "Browse the entire paper online" link. This will of course only work this week until a new edition comes out.