Octavia Scout or Superb Outdoor

[wfdTamar]

Maybe there is a currency fluctuation issue here? Existing stock would have been brought in when the A$ was around parity with the US$, but now it's dropped to 75% it might be that new stock will be more expensive.

[stormshark]

This is a very interesting thread as I have been holding off buying a replacement car pending the Scout due to good OS Reviews.I have not driven but am disappointed in this pricing though, as I will not pay high $40s for the Diesel, and I believe it places this car in a price bracket beyond its market if this makes sense. VRS V Outdoor V This V Subaru etc etc ???

[parisfrance]

The pricing and specifications for the Scout have been announced.



2015 Skoda Octavia Scout 4×4 pricing and specifications

[bobski]

Mid 30s for the manual TDI is enticing - just weird there's not a DSG in that spec (maybe I'm in the minority being happy with that configuration).

But assuming onroads will be around $2.5k. Bargaining a 135TDI for early 40s will be possible, which seems ok. Still not sure of the RRP value equation :/

2015 Skoda Octavia Scout 4×4 pricing (plus on-road costs):
103TDI manual $32,990
132TSI Premium DSG $38,590
135TDI Premium DSG $41,390

[brad]

Mid 30s for the manual TDI is enticing - just weird there's not a DSG in that spec (maybe I'm in the minority being happy with that configuration).

But assuming onroads will be around $2.5k. Bargaining a 135TDI for early 40s will be possible, which seems ok. Still not sure of the RRP value equation :/

2015 Skoda Octavia Scout 4×4 pricing (plus on-road costs):
103TDI manual $32,990
132TSI Premium DSG $38,590
135TDI Premium DSG $41,390

The basic is just a price leader to get people into the showroom? They know most AU buyers will want automatic so they can then get another bag of money out of them with the upgrade.

From what I've heard the 132tsi with AWD is a bit of a fuel guzzler (in comparison to the basic 132tsi with DQ200 7 speed) but i bet they still crap all over the Subabrus.

I'd almost expect the 103 manual will be as rare as rocking horse poo.

How do those prices compare with the Outback (which I believe they are heavily discounting these days)? That would be the only direct competitor besides the Superb Outdoor wouldn't it?

[Sword_Dude]

Those RRP prices look better than what I was told but lets see what drive-away prices comes out at.

I still think the 110TDI Manual is going to be a great car, price leader or not, it will handle well, can tow a heap and will be very capable.

cheers

[brad]

I just read the article in full

I'll take the 110tdi manual with tech pack thanks. Tech pack is worth it just for the xenons.

[woofy]

Those RRP prices look better than what I was told but lets see what drive-away prices comes out at.

I still think the 110TDI Manual is going to be a great car, price leader or not, it will handle well, can tow a heap and will be very capable.

cheers

Is there still the 75kg downforce limit on the towball though? So many people I see each Easter at camping in Bright used to praise my RS when we got it early on in Skoda Ozs life but all didn't get one due to the low weight limit stopping them towing caravans etc.

[brad]

Still 75kg nose weight limit.

It's very European.

[bobski]

Its hard to compare features and spec. Here are the cheapest AWD diesel models of competitors (some of them have laughable rear space compared to the Scout though). The 110TDI is a real winner. Again weird there is not a base DSG. That said, the TDI Premium looks ok against the premium versions but some offer features that require the tech pack.

Approx Driveaway Prices

Outback Diesel $39700/$45800 (auto)
Forester Diesel $38700 (manual)
CX-5 Diesel $45300 (auto)
Tiguan Diesel $39900 (DSG)
X-Trail Diesel $39300 (auto)
Rav4 $40600 (auto)
Kuga $43000 (auto)
Sorento$41400 (auto)
Santa Fe $43300 (auto)

[wfdTamar]

The 110TDI manual would be fine for a lot of people, though I'd get the tech pack too I reckon. The existing 103 TDI is ok for normal use and with the ECU flashed is RS like for power/torque. For those only looking to spend 'normal' money on a car a good option for Skoda to offer - should bring in a lot of new buyers.

[pologti18t]

Driveaway

Octavia Scout 4x4 110TDI Manual $ 35,990*
Octavia Scout 4x4 Premium 132TSI DSG $ 41,990*
Octavia Scout 4x4 Premium 135TDI DSG $ 44,990*


Optional Packages
4
˜ Manufacturer’s Recommended Retail Price. Available at participating ŠKODA dealers
- not offered
Scout 4x4 Scout 4x4 Premium
Premium Pack $4,400˜ -
you save $2,940 ̃ (≥40%)
> Touch screen 8" Columbus Satellite Navigation, with integrated audio including Bluetooth®
audio and streaming, USB, AUX and 2× SD card slot, including Apple connectivity, voice control
value $2,700 -
> Alcantara leather appointed upholstery^ value $1,690 -
> Dual-zone 'Climatronic' air conditioning with humidity sensor value $500
> Automatic boot opening and closing value $490 -
> Heated front seats value $400 -
> Electrically adjustable, heated and foldable exterior mirrors with environment lights value $390 -
> Privacy Glass (Sun Set) value $350 -
> Chrome plated window frame value $300 -
> Silver roof rails value $180 -
> Silver side mirrors value $180 -
> Aluminium finish clutch, accelarator and brake pedals value $160 -
> Polar alloy wheels 7J×17'' value $0 -
> Total Individual Items value $7,340˜ -
^ some parts of the leather appointed seats upholstery will contain man made material
110TDI
& 132TSI
Tech Pack $3,900˜ $3,300˜
you save $2,930 ̃ (≥40%) $2,490 ̃ (≥40%)
> Bi-Xenon Lights incl LED Daytime Running Lights value $1,920 $1,920
> Automatic Parking Assist value $1,080 $1,080
> Adaptive Cruise Control incl. Front Assist with City Emergency Brake value $1,040 -
> Lane Assist value $900 $900
> Advanced keyless entry including smart start (KESSY) and Alarm value $880 $880
> Premium German Soundsystem CANTON (10 speakers, digital equalizer) value $600 $600
> Driving Mode Selection value $250 $250
> Rear LED lights value $160 $160
> Total costs of Individual Items value $6,830˜ $5,790˜


Options
* Extended 2 year Factory Warranty only available for purchase prior to taking delivery of your new car. Ask your participating dealer for Terms and Conditions
˜ Manufacturer’s Recommended Retail Price. Available at participating ŠKODA dealers
- not offered
○ optional
5
Standard 17” Nivalis
alloy wheels anthracite
Optional# 17” Polar
alloy wheels silver
# standard with the Premium Pack on Scout 4x4 110TDI MT
Scout 4x4
Scout 4x4
Premium Scout 4x4
Scout 4x4
Premium
Exterior Safety, Functionality, Comfort
Metallic Paint/Pearl Effect Paint $500˜ $500˜ Panoramic Sunroof (Wagon) $1,690˜ $1,690˜
7J×17" Polar Silver Alloy Wheels $0˜ $0˜ Alarm $400˜ $400˜
El. adjustable front seats, driver seat with
memory function
- $1,300˜
Extended Factory Warranty
Extended Factory 2 year warranty* $1,650˜ $1,650˜


IN Comparison

CX5 GT Petrol - 48K drive away
CX5 GT Diesel - 51K drive away.

Cheapest CX5 AWD - Maxx (povo pack) - 37K drive away

[Gerrycan]

Would like a magazine or web site to do a comparison of the Diesel CX5 AWD and the Scout 135TDI on a track to see if there is much difference in the lap times.
The CX5 is a bit up on power/torque but I would expect the significantly higher COG would have a marked adverse effect......or not?

When CarPoint did a comparison of 'warm' hatches which included acceleration and lap times, the Mazda 3's 'renown' handling did not really result in any markedly better times than the other cars. No VAG cars were included in the test.

[bobski]

Reviews

Skoda Octavia Scout 2015 Review – Car Reviews, News & Advice - carsales.com.au
Skoda Octavia Scout first drive review

Gerrycan - why do laptimes matter - LOL. Buy an RS?

[aslsw]

According to the configurator, a fully optioned Scout TDI136 comes out at $51,780 while a fully optioned RS (not including the Black Pack) comes out at $51,820.

I still don't know which one I want - I was hoping a big difference in price would help!