2021 Skoda Octavia Variants Explained

The new Skoda Octavia, priced from Rs 25.99 lakh, is offered in two broad variants: Style and Laurin & Klement. In this report, we take a look at the various features and colours on offer with both variants so you can decide which one is more suited for you.

Style 

Price: Rs 25.99 lakh

Colours Available: Candy White, Lava Blue, and Magic Black

The base-spec Octy packs all the basics, including:

• 17-inch monotone alloy wheels. 

• Exterior LED lighting. 

• Digital driver’s display. 

• 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system. 

• Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. 

• Connected car tech. 

• 8-speaker sound system. 

• Dual-zone climate control. 

• Rear AC vents. 

• Ambient lighting. 

• Cruise control. 

• Paddle shifters. 

• 12-way power-adjustable driver’s seat. 

• Keyless entry with push-button start. 

• Two USB Type-C charging ports (in the front).

• Cooled glove box. 

• Automatic headlamps. 

• Rain-sensing wipers. 

• Puddle lamps. 

• Six airbags. 

• ABS with EBD. 

• Front and rear parking sensors. 

• Rear-view camera. 

• Electronic stability control. 

• Hill hold control. 

• Electronic parking brake with auto hold. 

• Traction control. 

• Electronic differential lock. 

Laurin & Klement

Price: Rs 28.99 lakh

Colours Available: Candy White, Lava Blue, Magic Black, Maple Brown, and Brilliant Silver

The Laurin & Klement variant is pricier than the base-spec Style by Rs 3 lakh. For the extra dough, it packs additional niceties, including:

• 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels. 

• Adaptive LED headlamps. 

• Aluminium pedals. 

• Wireless phone charger. 

• 11-speaker 600W Canton sound system. 

• Subwoofer. 

• 12-way power-adjustable powered co-driver seat. 

• Rear sunshades. 

• Two USB Type-C charging ports for rear occupants. 

• USB Type-C charging port in IRVM for dash cam. 

• Powered tailgate. 

• Park assist. 

• Two additional airbags (eight in total). 

• Tyre pressure monitor. 

• Fatigue alert system. 

Trivia

• Both variants come with a 190PS 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine driving the front wheels via a 7-speed DSG. 

• The Octy’s claimed fuel efficiency stands at 15.81kmpl. 

Also Read: 2021 Skoda Octavia First Drive Review

• Top-spec L&K comes with an 18-inch space saver, while the base trim gets a 16-inch unit. 

• The Octy comes with a 600-litre boot. Folding down the rear seats takes this volume up to 1,555 litres, perfect for moving homes. 

All prices, ex-showroom