Octavia vRS

and on to a top speed of 155mph.

Combined fuel consumption is claimed at 43.4 mpg. As standard, the Octavia vRS 2.0 TSI is equipped with a manual six-speed manual gearbox, optionally with a six-speed DSG semiautomatic system.

Diesel power comes from a 2.0 TDI engine with an output of 184bhp and gives acceleration from 0 to 62 mph in 7.9 seconds and a top speed of 144 mph.

The combined fuel consumption is claimed to be 62.8 mpg taking emissions down to 119g/km. It is available either with front-wheel drive (manual or six-speed DSG) or 4×4-wheel drive with the DSG box.

As with all versions in the Octavia series, the current new vRS comes with latest generation of infotainment systems including the top version of the Columbus navigation set up with a 9.2-inch monitor and WLAN hotspot.

It also comes with new features including trailer assist, blind spot detect, rear traffic alert, and front assist which closes windows and sunroofs in the event of an imminent accident, tightens driver and passenger seatbelts and works in conjunction with the improved front ssist including city emergency braking and predictive pedestrian protection.

Prices for the UK have yet to be announced but are expected to be similar to the current vRS models which are priced from around £25,000.