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| 2007 Octavia Tour 1.9 TDI (100bhp) that has completed one million kilometres, and the Model Year 2027 Octavia Heritage 2.0 TDI (115bhp), the final diesel special edition. |
Škoda is marking the end of an era as it phases out diesel engines from the Octavia range, a model that has significantly influenced Ireland’s diesel car market over the past 30 years, writes Brian Byrne. The Octavia, introduced in Ireland in 1998, quickly gained popularity with its diesel options, including the iconic 110bhp model with the red “i” badge.
Diesel technology advancements, such as Pumpe Düse in 2001 and diesel particulate filters in 2007, enhanced the Octavia’s performance and environmental credentials. The Octavia RS diesel models, particularly the 2020 version with 200bhp, became favourites among enthusiasts. However, final diesel Octavia orders will be accepted until February 2027.
Škoda plans to introduce full hybrid technology to the Octavia later in 2027 and continue developing diesel-hybrid innovations for other models.
An Octavia Heritage edition is available for early order to commemorate the final diesel models.
