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29/8/2014 at 12:10pm
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http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/skoda/octavia/85681/skoda-octavia-scout-2014-new-rugged-estate-revealed
The new Skoda Octavia Scout 2014 is a more rugged, raised version of the Golf-based Octavia, set to be introduced to the UK this summer.
• Skoda Octavia Scout review
And the wraps have just come off it at the Geneva Motor Show. It follows the same formula as its predecessor, so it’s fitted with plastic cladding and a ride height increased by 33mm.
To go with its new off-road styling the Scout gets a four-wheel-drive system and improved approach and departure angles so it can tackle more challenging terrain compared with the old Scout.
• Skoda Octavia estate review
Underneath the bonnet will be a choice of 2.0 TDI diesel engines or a 1.8-litre TSI turbo petrol. The maximum towing weight is now up by 25 per cent to two tonnes, while a 3-spoke multi-function steering wheel and 17-inch alloy wheels are fitted as standard.
“Our new model is a scout in the best sense and offers customers a unique package, comprising a striking off-road look, impressive all-wheel characteristics, plenty of space and modern safety, comfort and engine technologies. The new Octavia Scout sets new standards in the crossover-vehicle segment,” said Dr. Frank Welsch, Skoda member of the board of management for technical development.
Read more: http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/skoda/octavia/85681/skoda-octavia-scout-2014-new-rugged-estate-revealed#ixzz3BmKXVQs3
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30/8/2014 at 10:04pm
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Quote: Originally posted by Skoda Bob on 30/8/2014
Quote: Originally posted by jeff juke on 30/8/2014Why not just buy a Tiguan ?
When you own a massive 4x4 when solo, how long does it take you to find a parking space on the street or any car park, around 70% of owners who tow, only bought them because they are scared of getting stuck on a bit of wet grass, when a saloon could tow their vans, on average the van is used 4 to 5 times a year, and most don't have a second vehicle, so they are stuck with the 4x4 that on average costs more to run and own.
Manufacturers are now waking up to this and like Skoda and a few others, are now producing sensible car like 4x4s
i had a 10 plate scout loved it,but it could not tow my new 1800 kgs caravan which requires a nose weight of 126 kgs,as for getting stuck on wet grass,use hard standing pitches all the time, had to buy a land cruiser tow safely, it is expensive to own, so what
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31/8/2014 at 7:22am
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Quote: Originally posted by Skoda Bob on 30/8/2014
When you own a massive 4x4 when solo, how long does it take you to find a parking space on the street or any car park, around 70% of owners who tow, only bought them because they are scared of getting stuck on a bit of wet grass, when a saloon could tow their vans, on average the van is used 4 to 5 times a year, and most don't have a second vehicle, so they are stuck with the 4x4 that on average costs more to run and own.
Manufacturers are now waking up to this and like Skoda and a few others, are now producing sensible car like 4x4s
We use our V8 Discovery daily, we tow/carry goods most weeks and we bought it specifically for the towing and carrying capacity.
Not all 4X4 owners are like the stereotypes you mention, many need that type of vehicle for a reason.
Peter
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31/8/2014 at 10:18am
Location: Harrogate Yorkshire.
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When you own a massive 4x4 when solo, how long does it take you to find a parking space on the street or any car park, around 70% of owners who tow, only bought them because they are scared of getting stuck on a bit of wet grass, when a saloon could tow their vans, on averagek the van is used 4 to 5 times a year, and most don't have a second vehicle, so they are stuck with the 4x4 that on average costs more to run and own.
Manufacturers are now waking up to this and like Skoda and a few others, are now producing sensible car like 4x4s
That's the reason I got the Octavia 4x4, the wife finds it easy to park in town, good for work use, solo (up to 64mpg), towing and when on a muddy 5 site it gets you off and gets you about on snow covered roads. Grip will be better in a few weeks, when I get a set of Vredestein Quatrac 3 all season tyres put on.
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Skoda Octavia Estate 2.0TDi 4x4 (2012) towing a Compass Omega 482 (2014)
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