SKODA to Launch CNG Octavia G-TEC at Paris Motor Show

At the 2018 Paris Motor Show from October 2 to 10, 2018; SKODA the Czech brand will be demonstrating how the driver and their environment are becoming ever more closely connected. At its stand, visitors attending the show will be able to experience technologies and services virtually which make easier and more sustainable everyday mobility.

The Czech brand will be presenting its new Octavia G-TEC with more power and greater range when running on compressed natural gas (CNG). The SKODA a Octavia G-TEC comes with a new, more powerful 1.5-litre TSI engine (96 kW / 130 PS). Running on compressed natural gas (CNG) reduces CO2 emissions by around 25% compared to petrol. In addition, significantly less NOx is emitted and there are no soot particles.

The SKODA Octavia G-TEC is exclusively available as a COMBI and in the Active, Ambition and Style trim levels. It complies with the currently strictest EU6d-TEMP emissions standard and achieves a range of 480 km when travelling purely on environmentally friendly natural gas. Its three compressed natural gas (CNG) tanks have a combined total capacity of 17.7 kg. An 11.8-litre petrol tank ensures mobility in regions with no natural gas fuelling stations.

Source: SKODA