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Long -term Skoda Octavia RS test. Part 4: Alternative
So the month flew by, during which we had a Czech lighter Skoda Octavia RS on the test. It is time to compare the car with competitors.
In the previous parts, we have already talked about the practicality, controllability and dynamics of Skoda. And they came to the conclusion: Octavia RS The most universal of all charged hatchbacks sold in the Russian market. Together with a powerful engine and good controllability on the side of Octavia, the most spacious salon in the class, the presence of a DSG box and a huge trunk.
But not everything is so simple. Skoda also has disadvantages, the main of which is the advanced age of the model. According to rumors, the new generation of Skoda Octavia may appear next year. The new Skoda is predicted to become more solid and prestigious. Most likely, they will try to bring her closer to the premium segment, which will not only affect the final price, but also casts doubt on the expediency of the charged version. Therefore, whether the following Octavia RS will be born a big question.
Skoda Octavia RS is a very universal and balanced car. But her days are numbered. Next year, the new generation of Skoda Octavia is planned. Whether there is still unknown in the model line of new products.
Suppose that there will be no new RSC. Which of the hot-hatch is closest to Skode in characteristics and price? Recall that, depending on the level of equipment, the price of Skoda Octavia RS varies from 1,124,000 1,363,400 rubles. So, about everyone in order.
Ford Focus ST
Ford Focus ST newcomer in the Russian market. Under the hood hides a 2.0-liter turbocharger with a capacity of 250 liters. With. Depending on the level of equipment, the most powerful of the tricks is estimated at least 1,220,000 rubles. The most expensive hatbek with Schildik ST will cost 1,558,500 rubles. Up to 100 km/h, Ford accelerates in 6.5 seconds, and the maximum speed reaches 248 km/h. Unlike Skoda, Focus ST is equipped only with a mechanical gearbox. Ford is more dynamic, a little sharper, but it loses its octavia in the cabin in the cabin. In the porers of Ford, you can bring the presence of ST-shki in the package of the station wagon. Skoda does not supply its hot universals to Russia.
Hatchback version ST will cost from 1,220,000 rubles. A full set of security systems and stylish 18-inch wheels are included in the price of the initial ST1 configuration, but for many options for comfort will have to be paid. For example, a package of two-zone climate control, light and rain sensors, a self-clever salon mirror and leather inserts on seats are estimated at 40 thousand rubles (ST2 execution).
Opel Astra OPC
Another long -awaited novelty of the Opel Astra OPC hatchback. Of course, a 280-horsepower German three-door and a spacious octavia with a arsenal of 200 liters. With. It is hardly possible to call the closest ideological competitors, but the popularity of the previous generation Astra OPC and the starting price of 1,150,000 rubles give Opel a good potential in the struggle for the title of the best-selling hot hatch. In addition, Astra OPC has excellent dynamics (6.0 seconds up to 100 km/h), steer perfectly and has a lot of pleasant options, including mechanical self -block, RECARO optional seats and Brembo brakes.
The Opel-Astra of the third-generation OPC successfully combines the flexibility of a city car for every day and a serious enthusiasm of a hot hatchback. Another significant argument in favor of Astra should be the price. 1,150,000 rubles for the basic version is a very attractive offer!
Volkswagen Golf GTI
It is impossible not to note the closest relative of Octavia RS - Volkswagen Golf GTI. These cars share one platform, motors, transmission, some elements of the suspension and interior details. Hence the similar behavior on the highway. Volkswagen is only a little sharper and slightly faster (Golfa engine develops 210 hp), but in general, together with Skoda, they are two of the most politically correct cars among the fraternity of the hotel! The Golf GTI database is offered with 6-speed mechanics for 1,114,000 rubles. Want DSG pay another 60 thousand. There is an impressive list of optional equipment. As a result, in a similar configuration, golf is more expensive than Octavia for 100-150 thousand. Nothing to do about. Today it is a fee for the icon of the largest European car account.
Like Skoda Octavia VW Golf also lives the last days. The new (seventh in a row) generation will be presented already in September of this year at the auto show in Paris. It is not far off and the appearance of a powerful version of GTI.
Mazda3 MPS
The Japanese five -door heifbek Mazda3 MPS did not gain popularity in Russia, even despite the success of the previous generation. MPS-ka, no doubt, is one of the most explosive cars in the class: 260 liters. p., 6.1 seconds to 100 km/h, sharp steering wheel and hard suspension. Now it is not easy to find a charged three-lacker with Russian dealers, but in some places there are MPS-ki. For example, in the Major salon, 1,216,000 rubles are asked for it.
Renault Megane RS
One of the most striking representatives of the Renault Megane RS C-class lighters. Russian sales of an updated French hatchback began in the spring of this year. A 2.0-liter turbo engine capacity of 250 liters is installed under the hood of the Renault Megane RS. With. and the maximum torque of 340 Nm, which works in pairs with a 6-speed manual gearbox. The basic, but already well-equipped version is estimated at 1,125,000 rubles, and having paid another 107 thousand rubles, the car can be equipped with a SPORT package, which includes RECARO seats, 18-inch alloy discs and differential blocking.
Renault Megane RS is one of the leaders in class control. Despite the fact that the model debuted back in 2010, its Russian sales began only last spring. Quotes allocated to the Russian market are not large.
This is far from a complete list of competitors of Octavia RS. Among them there is a SEAT Leon FR subop-forming, and not along the mountains of the hot Honda Civic Type-R, which has already been confirmed by Honda.
Each of these cars is original and has its advantages and disadvantages. As for the Skoda Octavia RS, its main advantage is universality, which is achieved due to the excellent balance of dynamic characteristics, controllability and practicality. And it will be very unfortunate if in the new page of the story that begins with the advent of the next generation of Octavia, there is no place for the version with RS nameplates.
Source: Carclub.ru
