Skoda has kicked off trials for its first entirely electric effort – the Octavia Green E Line.
With a reported range of 93 miles, a top speed of 83mph, and 0-60 mph time of 12 seconds, the model is set to demonstrate Skoda’s technological expertise in the field of electric mobility, according to Skoda CEO Prof. Dr. h.c. Winfried Vahland.
The five-seater Octavia Green E Line is set to be sold on its inner city agility with its electric motor pumping 85 kW of power with a maximum torque of 270 Nm. Far from overwhelming but Skoda is confident the car will please commuters in Europe.
Comprising 180 individual cells, the model’s lithium-ion battery can hold 26.5 kilowatt-hours in energy, weighing in at around 315 kilograms. The battery block will be stored under the middle and rear floor panel and in the boot partially.
A fleet of ten Octavia Green E Lines are currently being tested around Mladà Boleslav.
Dr. Eckhard Scholz, Board Member in charge of research and development, said: “Skoda 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.”
Octavia Green E Line at a glance:
- Rated power output: 60 kW
- Maximum power: 85 kW over 60 seconds
- Torque: 270 Nm
Maximum speed: 135 kph/83 mph
- Acceleration 0-100 kph/0-60mph: 12s.
- Range: 150 km/93 miles
- Battery: lithium-ion
- Battery weight: approx. 315 kg
- Battery capacity: 26,5 kWh
- Charging time: 8 hours at 230 V (single-phase AC) or 2 hours at 400 V (three-phase AC)
