The author, a self-proclaimed Volkswagen enthusiast, has recently purchased a Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI MT, adding it to their collection of two Ventos. After test driving several cars, including a Suzuki Kizashi, Hyundai i20 N-Line DCT, and Abarth Urban Cross, the author fell in love with the Octavia’s familiar feel, which they attribute to their long history of owning and admiring Volkswagen cars.<\/p>\n
The author’s search for a new car began when they moved to Gurgaon and needed a vehicle that could navigate the city’s roads. They initially considered shipping one of their Ventos, but ultimately decided to purchase a new car. The Octavia, with its manual transmission and 1.4 TSI engine, won them over with its precise and rewarding shifts, as well as its familiar feel.<\/p>\n
The author praises the Octavia’s design, calling it a “mature appearance” that peaks at this particular model. They also appreciate the car’s split-headlight design, which provides excellent illumination. However, they note that the car lacks some features, such as manual headlight levelling, and has some quirks, like the dome lights not turning on when the car is unlocked.<\/p>\n
On the road, the author finds the Octavia to be a joy to drive, with a rev-happy engine and a smooth, precise gearbox. They describe the driving experience as “confident” and note that the car absorbs rough roads with ease. The author is also impressed with the car’s performance, finding it to be quicker than any other car they’ve driven.<\/p>\n
As for future plans, the author is considering a stage 1 tune, as well as some cosmetic modifications, such as new rims and a rally-inspired decal. They also plan to remove the unwanted “Govt of India” and “Bharat Sarkar” stickers from the car.<\/p>\n
Overall, the author is thrilled with their new Octavia and looks forward to sharing more of their Volkswagen and Skoda experiences with the Team-BHP community. They appreciate the car’s familiar feel, which they attribute to their long history with Volkswagen cars, and are excited to see how the Octavia will perform in the long run. With its excellent design, smooth gearbox, and confident driving dynamics, the Octavia has already won a special place in the author’s heart.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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