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The UK Police will use the Skoda Octavia vRS

Skoda recently introduced a new generation of the sports version of the Octavia, the Octavia RS, which has clearly attracted the attention of many. The latest information suggests that a modified version of this model (Octavia vRS) will become a member of the fleet of the UK police forces, as well as medical services, firefighters and rescue workers.

The Skoda Octavia RS is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with 265 hp (195 kW) and (370 Nm) of torque, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 6.4 seconds.

The standard version of the Octavia RS is equipped with a sports suspension that is 15 mm lower, progressive steering and electronically controlled VAQ limited-slip differential, new sports exhausts with black tailpipes, LED Matrix beam headlights, sports seats with integrated headrests and RS logo with quilted fabric and red decorative stitching on the seat backrests, dashboard covered with neoprene and double rows of contrast stitching in red that, combined with artificial leather, cover the door panels.

There is also a large number of safety systems such as Automated Emergency Braking, Predictive Pedestrian Protection, Blind Spot Detection, and Turn Assist, which automatically applies the brakes if the driver fails to notice oncoming traffic and is at risk of a head-on collision, Attention and Drowsiness Assist, which monitors the driver’s behavior and assesses their level of drowsiness via a range of datapoints, such as the steering inputs and interventions from Lane Assist.

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2025 Skoda Enyaq and Enyaq Coupe

The debut of the refreshed Škoda Enyaq and Enyaq Coupe is approaching, and the Czech brand has released the first sketches. Both models come with better aerodynamics and a longer range.

By redesigning the front end, Škoda has optimized the aerodynamics, which had a direct impact on the range. The Enyaq remains the most aerodynamic model in the Czech manufacturer’s fleet thanks to its sloping roofline. What sets it apart from the current model are the new integrated matrix LED headlights and a new bumper, the illuminated Tech-Deck Face grille, dark chrome details on the hood, lower bumper and sills that give a premium feel, as well as the “Škoda” lettering with a Dark Chrome finish.

The Czech car manufacturer has not yet announced when the refreshed editions will debut, but it is expected to be by mid-2025.

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2024 Skoda Superb in hatchback and Combi body styles

Last month, Skoda published several photos of the camouflaged fourth-generation Skoda Superb, which will premiere on November 2. Now, the company has released teasers showing the final design of the car in hatchback and Combi versions.

The hatchback is 4,912 mm long, 1834 mm wide and 1481 mm high, with a wheelbase of 2841 mm, and has a lower roofline and wide and thin taillights, including a slightly longer rear suspension. Also, it has a new radiator grille while the side profile is improved with strong shoulder lines.

The interior is spacious enough to accommodate five passengers, and provides 645 liters of luggage space. It is equipped with a 13-inch infotainment screen and a 10-inch digital cockpit. The capacity of the luggage compartment is 645 liters for the hatchback, or 690 liters for the Combi variant, and 28 Simply Clever features are available that further improve practicality.

When it comes to the powertrain, there are three gasoline and two diesel options available that will meet Euro 7 emission standards, as well as a plug-in hybrid available only in the station wagon version. Gasoline engines are 1.5 mHEV with 150 hp/110 kW, and 2.0 TSI with 204 hp/150 kW and 265 hp/195 kW (AWD). The diesel options are the 2.0 TDI diesel engine with 150 hp/110 kW and 193 hp/142 kW (AWD). All engines are paired with a DSG gearbox. It should also be noted that the new Superb is built on the modular MQB platform of the Volkswagen Group.

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