The New Å KODA Octavia

The automatically retractable
external rear-view mirrors fold
down when the car is locked, thus
being protected against damage.
The front and
rear side airbags
are designated for
pelvis and chest
protection in case
of a side impact.
The rear Aero
wiper applies
even pressure
along its entire
length. The car
is also equipped
with a front
Aero wiper.
A wide range of safety features provides certainty that you can rely
on your car in extreme situations. There are as many as nine airbags, which offer
protection for you and your relatives.
The standard equipment of all cars includes ESC (Electronic Stability Control), expanded
with new functions. For instance, the multi collision brake can avoid further uncontrolled movement
of the car in situation when one of the front airbags has been activated.
The safety level is signicantly improved by safety assistance systems with progressive technologies, which appear
in ŠKODA cars for the rst time. Besides the systems mentioned on previous pages, we also offer the Crew Protect Assistant,
which tightens the driver’s and front passenger’s seat belts in emergency situations, partially closes electrically-adjustable front windows,
and eventually closes the sunroof.
Besides the crew protection, we also offer a number of elements for car security including the component protection system that avoids
use of, for instance, control units, radios or navigation systems in other vehicles.
The car can be equipped
with an interior monitoring
alarm system, horn with
back-up power and
inclination sensor. The
possible deactivation of
the interior monitoring will
mainly be appreciated by
dog owners.
The safety lights on the front door panelling draw
the attention of passing drivers to the open door
of a standing vehicle.
The knee airbag
located under
the steering
console protects
the driver’s
lower limbs.