Geneva Motor Show 2014: More upmarket Octavia to appear
Published 26 February 2014
Skoda is to premiere new Laurin and Klement versions of the Octavia and Octavia Estate at the Geneva Motor Show. Laurin and Klement (L&K) is the top trim level and is named after the founders of the Skoda brand.
Standard equipment includes 18-inch alloy wheels, LED running lights, LED brake lights, leather and Alcantara upholstery in brown and a premium sound system.
Three engine choices are offered – a 1.8-litre TSI petrol with 180PS, a 2.0-litre diesel with 150PS or a 2.0-litre diesel with 184PS. The petrol and lower-powered diesel versions will both be offered with the choice of a DSG automatic transmission, while an all-wheel drive version is due in late 2014.
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