Octavia Green E Line trials

Škoda looks set to join the growing number of manufacturers offering an electric-powered model. Development of its Octavia Combi Green E Line continues apace, with the latest phase seeing a fleet of ten cars being put to everyday use to help gauge suitability for series production.

Skoda Octavia Combi Green E Line Prototype (2012) Front Side

Power comes from a 180-cell lithium-ion battery pack which is housed beneath the cabin floor and within the boot. Rated at 26.5 kWh, it’s connected to an electric motor that produces 80 bhp (60 kW / 81 PS), although this can be boosted to 113 bhp (85 kW / 115 PS) in sixty-second bursts.

With 270 Nm of torque available, acceleration from rest to 62 mph (100 km/h) takes a respectable twelve seconds, and the electric Octavia will reach a top speed of 83 mph (135 km/h).

Skoda Octavia Combi Green E Line Prototype (2012) Rear Side

Claimed range is 93 miles (150 km), which is a little less than potential rivals such as the Nissan Leaf (109 miles / 175 km) or the Renault Fluence Z.E. (99 miles / 160 km).

A recharge time of 8 hours using a 230V supply is par for the course, although that can be slashed to just two hours using a three-phase socket and 400V.

Skoda Octavia Combi Green E Line Prototype (2012) Front Side X-Ray

The Octavia Green E Line isn’t a solo effort by the Czech firm, though.

Indeed, the collaborative nature of the project was emphasised by Dr. Eckhard Scholz, board member in charge of research and development: “Škoda and the entire Volkswagen Group have a long-time aim, and that is sustainable mobility based on renewable energy sources.

“There is no doubt electric propulsion is becoming more and more important for mobility with as low emissions as possible. Working as we are with our Group partners, we think we are making very good progress.”

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