Skoda Octavia vRS (05 on) - Review

The vRS is the top of the range Octavia and comes very well equipped as a result. Standard kit includes 17-inch alloy wheels, ESP stability control, air conditioning, front fog lights, front electric windows, remote central locking, trip computer, sports leather steering wheel with stereo controls, sports seats, height adjustable front seats, height and reach adjustable steering, air conditioned glovebox, CD stereo with six CD changer, tyre pressure monitor and lowered suspension. In 2008 the specification was upgraded to include 18-inch alloys, dual zone climate control, rear electric windows, cruise control and a jumbo box central armrest with an auxiliary socket. The Limited Edition model, launched in January 2009, added unique 18-inch alloys, metallic paint, Italian leather seats, a touch screen stereo system and red and black exterior badging. Just 500 were produced.