2013 Skoda Ocatavia vRS spec

Skoda will be unveiling the new Octavia vRS at Goodwood Festival of Speed on July 10th, heres what we know about it so far:

• Estate and Saloon body options
• Two engines:
  • 2.0 litre TSI petrol engine
    • 217 BHP
    • Top speed of 154 MPH
    • 0 – 62 in 6.8 seconds
  • 2.0 litre diesel engine
    • 180 BHP
    • Top speed of 144 MPH
    • 0-62 in 8.1 seconds
• New engines use 19% less fuel
• Start Stop standard
• Brake regeneration standard
• 6 speed Manual or DSG dual clutch gearbox
• Electronic Diff lock as standard
• Sports suspension as standard
• Bi xenon headlights with LED DRL’s
• 17″, 18″ and 19″ alloys available
• Choice of 5 alloy wheel designs
• Keyless entry available as an option
• Panoramic glass sunroof optional extra
• Completely new infotainment system
• CANTON audio system available
• Simply Clever features include:
  • Foldable cargo items
  • Double-sided boot flooring
  • Ice scraper in the fuel cap
  • High-vis jacket under the driver’s seat
  • Litter containers
  • Multimedia holders
  • A number of storage compartments
  • Holders and hooks fitted as standard
• Pricing TBA
• Release date TBA