Škoda Octavia (liftback / Combi) · IV (NX)
Generation 4 2020–
Bigger, quieter and much more digital, with mild-hybrid eTSI petrols, a plug-in iV and the RS 245. Early cars suffered from infotainment software problems; later builds are fine.
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Recognition
How to tell it apart
- •Slim headlights joined visually by the grille, long tail lights with a Škoda script across the tailgate
- •Interior: free-standing 10-inch screen, two-spoke steering wheel, shift-by-wire DSG stalk
2024 facelift
- New front and rear lights, larger 13-inch screen
- 1.5 TSI 116/150 with 48V mild hybrid, 2.0 TDI 116/150, RS 265 hp
Engines
Engines
1.0 TSI / eTSI · 110 hp
2020–
Petrol · Manual / Dual-clutch automatic · FWD
Three-cylinder, mild hybrid with DSG.
1.5 TSI / eTSI · 150 hp
2020–
Petrol · Manual / Dual-clutch automatic · FWD
The mainstream petrol; eTSI adds 48V with DSG. Best all-rounder.
2.0 TDI · 115 hp
2020–
Diesel · Manual / Dual-clutch automatic · FWD
Fleet diesel (116 hp after 2024).
2.0 TDI · 150 hp
2020–
Diesel · Manual / Dual-clutch automatic · FWD / AWD
The strong, economical diesel with twin-dosing AdBlue; 4x4 available.
iV 1.4 TSI plug-in hybrid · 204 hp
2020–2023
Plug-in hybrid · Dual-clutch automatic · FWD
Plug-in with around 50 km electric range; battery health matters.
RS 2.0 TSI · 245 hp
2020–2024
Petrol · Manual / Dual-clutch automatic · FWD
245 hp (265 from 2024), VAQ differential, DSG 7 wet. Quick and practical.
RS 2.0 TDI · 200 hp
2020–2023
Diesel · Dual-clutch automatic · FWD / AWD
Diesel RS with 200 hp, 4x4 optional.
| Engine | For sale now | Years | Gearbox · drive | Sought after | Robust | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1.0 TSI / eTSI · 110 hp Petrol · 1.0 TSI | 124 | 2020– | Manual / Dual-clutch automatic FWD | Three-cylinder, mild hybrid with DSG. | ||
1.5 TSI / eTSI · 150 hp Petrol · 1.5 TSI | 750 | 2020– | Manual / Dual-clutch automatic FWD | The mainstream petrol; eTSI adds 48V with DSG. Best all-rounder. | ||
2.0 TDI · 115 hp Diesel · 2.0 TDI | 175 | 2020– | Manual / Dual-clutch automatic FWD | Fleet diesel (116 hp after 2024). | ||
2.0 TDI · 150 hp Diesel · 2.0 TDI | 417 | 2020– | Manual / Dual-clutch automatic FWD / AWD | The strong, economical diesel with twin-dosing AdBlue; 4x4 available. | ||
iV 1.4 TSI plug-in hybrid · 204 hp Plug-in hybrid · Octavia iV | 35 | 2020–2023 | Dual-clutch automatic FWD | Plug-in with around 50 km electric range; battery health matters. | ||
RS 2.0 TSI · 245 hp Petrol · Octavia RS | 144 | 2020–2024 | Manual / Dual-clutch automatic FWD | 245 hp (265 from 2024), VAQ differential, DSG 7 wet. Quick and practical. | ||
RS 2.0 TDI · 200 hp Diesel · Octavia RS TDI | 110 | 2020–2023 | Dual-clutch automatic FWD / AWD | Diesel RS with 200 hp, 4x4 optional. |
Versions
What the badges mean
Active
commonbase
2020–
Entry trim with LED lights and the 10-inch screen.
Ambition
commonequipment line
2020–
Volume trim.
Style / First Edition
uncommonequipment line
2020–
Top regular trim with Matrix LED optional, Virtual Cockpit.
RS
uncommonperformance model
2020–
2.0 TSI 245/265 or 2.0 TDI 200, sport chassis, RS styling and seats.
Scout
rarespecial edition
2020–2023
Raised Combi with cladding; 4x4 on 2.0 TDI 200.
Options
Options that matter
uncommon
Matrix LED headlights
Top lighting option; rare on Octavia.
rare
DCC adaptive chassis
Adaptive dampers.
uncommon
Adaptive cruise / Travel Assist
Assistance for long trips.
uncommon
Canton sound system
Premium audio.
rare
Head-up display
Rare on Octavia.
common
Virtual Cockpit
Digital cluster.
uncommon
Area View cameras
Useful.
uncommon
Panoramic roof
Light.
uncommon
Leather upholstery
Style/RS option.
common
Heated front seats / heated windscreen
Valued in Poland.
common
KESSY keyless
Keyless.
common
Tow bar
Practical.
Before you buy
What to know
Strengths
- +Quiet, spacious, efficient; excellent 1.5 TSI and 2.0 TDI
- +Modern assistance and lighting available
- +Strong residuals
Expensive when they fail
Matrix LEDDSG 7 mechatronicsiV battery
Polish market
Ex-lease 2.0 TDI and 1.5 TSI cars dominate; RS remains sought after and holds value.
Known weak points
- moderateInfotainment software (2020–2021)MIB3 freezes, blank screens and connectivity faults on early cars; updates largely fixed it.Check: Ask whether software updates were applied; test the screen thoroughly.
- note48V eTSI systemBelt starter-generator faults on some cars.Check: Ask about 48V warnings.
- moderateDSG 7 dry clutch on small enginesStill the DQ200 on 1.0/1.5 TSI; improved but check history.Check: Feel for judder; ask about mechatronic work.
- notePlug-in batteryState of health drives value.Check: Ask for battery report.
From the market
Real cars on sale right now
From the market
Engines actually on sale
Grouped from 1813 live listings: what people are selling, at what price and mileage.
| Engine | Share | Typical price | Median mileage | Gearbox · drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1.5 Petrol · 150 hp 1.5 TSI ACT Ambition | 41% | 88 999 PLN | 55 653 km | Automatic / Manual · FWD / RWD |
2.0 Diesel · 150 hp 2.0 TDI Style DSG | 23% | 74 900 PLN | 128 814 km | Automatic / Manual · FWD / AWD |
2.0 Diesel · 115 hp 2.0 TDI Ambition | 9% | 67 900 PLN | 130 500 km | Manual / Automatic · FWD |
2.0 Diesel · 200 hp 2.0 TDI RS DSG | 6% | 109 800 PLN | 123 650 km | Automatic / Manual · AWD / FWD |
2.0 Petrol · 265 hp 2.0 TSI RS DSG | 4% | 163 500 PLN | 7 km | Automatic · FWD |
1.5 Petrol · 115 hp 1.5 TSI Drive Essence | 4% | 101 000 PLN | 3 026 km | Automatic / Manual · FWD |
2.0 Petrol · 245 hp 2.0 TSI RS DSG | 3% | 119 000 PLN | 84 000 km | Automatic / Manual · FWD / AWD |
1.0 Petrol · 110 hp 1.0 TSI Ambition | 2% | 57 000 PLN | 135 126 km | Automatic / Manual · FWD |
From the market
Price by model year
Typical price and mileage for each model year on sale.
From the market
Most common versions
- Ambition175
- Selection154
- RS152
- Style131
- Sportline95
- ACT Ambition83
- e-Tec Style67
- e-Tec Ambition59
From the market
Equipment seen most often
Bluetooth 90%Multifunction steering wheel 90%Rear parking sensors 90%LED headlights 90%USB socket 88%Electric rear windows 88%Power steering 88%ABS 88%Driver airbag 88%Passenger airbag 88%Leather steering wheel 86%Electric front windows 86%Heated door mirrors 86%Isofix child seat anchors 86%
Our picks
Versions worth looking for
1.5 TSI 150 Style, 2021+
The best all-round modern Octavia.
RS 245 Combi
Fast family transport with strong residuals.