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Skoda Octavia Combi A5 (2004–2013): specs

Skoda Octavia Combi A5 (2004–2013) photo
Photo: M 93, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain

The Skoda Octavia Combi A5 is an estate produced from 2004 to 2013. It is the 1st of 3 generations of the Octavia Combi in our catalog.

Engines: 1.6 (BSE), 102 hp. Transmission: automatic; front-wheel drive. Length 4,572 mm, wheelbase 2,578 mm, fuel tank 55 L.

Facelift: 2008. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia.

Specifications

Production years2004–2013
Bodyestate
Engine1.6
Engine codeBSE
Displacement1.6 L
Fuelpetrol
Power102 hp
Torque148 Nm
Transmissionautomatic, 6-speed
Gearbox model6AT Aisin 09G
Drivefront-wheel drive
Length4,572 mm
Width1,769 mm
Height1,468 mm
Wheelbase2,578 mm
Fuel tank55 L

Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan

EngineUnder 10 years10–20 years (×0.7)Over 20 years (×0.5)
1.6≈ 13,675 ₸≈ 9,572 ₸≈ 6,838 ₸

Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →

Also 1.8 TSI 152 hp; 4x4 AWD and Scout

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Engine VW 1.6 MPI (BSE): a reliable engine
  • Japanese Aisin automatic

Cons

  • Engine VW 1.6 MPI (BSE): oil consumption at high mileage
  • Gearbox Aisin 09G (VW 6-speed automatic): harsh 2–3 and 3–4 shifts

Common problems and what to check

Engine: VW 1.6 MPI (BSE)

  • reliable engine; oil consumption at high mileage
  • timing belt wear

What to check when buying: when the timing belt was replaced.

Tip: Timing belt on schedule.

Gearbox: Aisin 09G (VW 6-speed automatic)

  • shocks on 2–3 and 3–4 shifts
  • valve body and solenoid wear

What to check when buying: shocks and delayed shifts with a warmed-up gearbox.

Tip: Oil every 60k km; sensitive to old oil.

Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.

Tyre and wheel sizes

Factory sizes: tyres 195/65R15, 205/55R16, 205/50R17; bolt pattern 5x112. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →

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FAQ

What engine does the Skoda Octavia Combi A5 have?

1.6, code BSE, 102 hp, 148 Nm.

What transmission does it have?

automatic (6AT Aisin 09G).

What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?

Fuel tank 55 l.

How much is the vehicle tax on the Skoda Octavia Combi A5 in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, about 13,675 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.

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