The Skoda Octavia A5 is a liftback produced from 2004 to 2013. It is the 1st of 3 generations of the Octavia in our catalog.
Engines: 1.6 (BSE), 102 hp. Transmission: automatic; front-wheel drive. Length 4,569 mm, wheelbase 2,578 mm, fuel tank 55 L.
Facelift: 2008. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia.
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) →
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.
What engine does the Skoda Octavia 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 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.