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    Octavia 1.9 Tdi or Optra Magnum 2.0 TDCI

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    Which one you'll go for among Octavia 1.9 Tdi or Optra Magnum 2.0 TDCI?

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    Post  abhi_qpotsiavs 24th April 2009, 3:28 pm

    I have used Octavia in the past and using Optra presently. Still I can't decide which is the best among the two. Octy for its Build Quality, Fuel efficiency, Handling, Quality and Looks. Optra for its Power, Refinement, Space, Value for money, Ride quality and Cost of maintainence. Which is your pick?
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    Post  Crazy cat 24th April 2009, 3:32 pm

    It is Optra for me. Power, refinement, VFM, cheaper to maintain, looks(i feel Octy more outdated) and pease of mind(recent examples of Skoda are very bad.)
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    Post  Vibhor 24th April 2009, 8:59 pm

    I like octy very much, I'm just impressed with its sporty looks but its becoming quite outdated and also it has less features in comparo with Optra, Optra is brilliant in terms of features, comfort levels and a relaible chevy badge.So i voted for Optra, Let's see and hope Skoda launches new facelifted octy loaded with features and gives it a new life in India, Then I can cancel my vote and choose octy without any confusion. :)

    Here are pics of both,

    SKODA OCTAVIA

    Octavia 1.9 Tdi or Optra Magnum 2.0 TDCI Octavia-1

    CHEVY OPTRA MAGNUM

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    VT


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    Post  archit 24th April 2009, 9:05 pm

    well in the end i voted for optra!
    but heart still says octy!
    mind took control! LOL
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    Post  abhinavgupta 24th April 2009, 9:07 pm

    Ummm. The Magnum has lesser features than the Octavia my friend :)
    Atleast the models i had compared

    I'd prefer the Skoda Octavia.
    But i really like the Magnum's engine.
    An amazing pot under that hood.
    Sheer Raw power.
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    Post  raj_5004 25th April 2009, 9:10 am

    its the optra for me, just for her engine though.
    the build quality of the skoda is outstanding, i have read about skodas having 6 lakh kms on their odo & still running strong! but i wont use my car for more than 1.5 lakh kms. and for that duration, i need a car which i can enjoy more, so the optra!
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    Post  abhi_qpotsiavs 25th April 2009, 7:24 pm

    Morever, Most expensive Model of Optra is cheaper than cheapest model of Octy.
    @ Abhinav, which models you compared? Because I guess, Optra is more feature laden.
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    Post  dcargod 26th April 2009, 3:00 am

    I would choose the Optra because of its brutally powerful engine, good ride, space, refinement, and cheap 'small car-like' maintenance. But the Octy isn't too bad either, but somehow, the Optra for me.

    @Abhinav, which models have you compared?
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    Post  thackervijay 26th April 2009, 10:19 am

    chevy seems winning the battle, no doubt of skoda's solid built quality and its handling, but still as others said optra for me too, damn engine is superb under its hood and also as Raj said who drives for 5L kms, need change and new cars which chevy would lemme me do it :D
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    Post  zinam 26th April 2009, 10:38 am

    My heart say Chevy, but my mind says Skoda :)
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    Post  car-o-static 26th April 2009, 12:17 pm

    Optra Magnum for me
    Reasons are its looks, handling, better economy and its a chevrolet... A company you can trust with your eyes closed.
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    Post  dcargod 27th April 2009, 2:00 am

    Low maintenance is Chevy's forte. The door mirrors with integrated turn signals cost around 2500, a little more than that of a Swift. :shock:

    source, abhijit bhaiya,
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    Post  abhi_qpotsiavs 27th April 2009, 12:03 pm

    Chevy is leading by a fair margin. I expected tie between Chevy and Octy.
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    Post  Vibhor 27th April 2009, 12:59 pm

    dcargod wrote:Low maintenance is Chevy's forte. The door mirrors with integrated turn signals cost around 2500, a little more than that of a Swift. :shock:

    source, abhijit bhaiya,
    Still not that expensive as of Octavia's!
    Octy's spares can easily burn a hole in its owner's pocket.

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    Post  Road Rocket 30th April 2009, 3:49 pm

    I voted for Chevrolet Magnum. :)

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