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Free Škoda Octavia I VIN Decoder

Decode your Škoda Octavia I VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 7 variants (1997–2004). No registration.

1997–2004 7 variants Hatchback PetrolDiesel
Škoda Octavia I
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Škoda Octavia I specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each Octavia I variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
1.8L T 6MT FWD (150 HP) 1997–2004 Petrol 1.8 L 148 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —
1.9L TDI 6MT FWD (130 HP) 1997–2004 Diesel 1.9 L 129 bhp MANUAL 6sp FWD —
2.0L 5MT FWD (116 HP) 1997–2004 Petrol 2.0 L 114 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —
1.9L TDI 5MT FWD (110 HP) 1997–2004 Diesel 1.9 L 109 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —
1.6L 5MT FWD (102 HP) 1997–2004 Petrol 1.6 L 101 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —
1.9L TDI 5MT FWD (90 HP) 1997–2004 Diesel 1.9 L 89 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —
1.4L 5MT FWD (75 HP) 1997–2004 Petrol 1.4 L 74 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

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Other Octavia I generations and versions

The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

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Škoda Octavia I VIN FAQ

What does a Škoda Octavia I VIN tell you?+
A Škoda Octavia I VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Škoda Octavia I?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Škoda Octavia I made?+
Our database covers the Škoda Octavia I for model years 1997–2004, across 7 variants.
Is the Škoda Octavia I VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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