Is Skoda Owned by Volkswagen?
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Skoda is indeed owned by Volkswagen, being one of the automotive brands under the Volkswagen Group. Taking the Skoda Octavia 2020 model as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4675 mm, width 1814 mm, height 1460 mm, with a wheelbase of 2686 mm and a fuel tank capacity of 51 liters. The Skoda Octavia 2020 is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 113 hp, with the maximum power achieved at 6000 rpm and the maximum torque at 3900 rpm. It features a front suspension type of MacPherson independent suspension and a rear suspension type of torsion beam non-independent suspension.
Yes, Škoda is absolutely a brand under the Volkswagen Group. From my interest in automotive history, I learned that as early as 1991, Volkswagen acquired this Czech company, making it part of the group. Škoda's history dates back to 1895, initially as a local brand, but after being taken over by Volkswagen, it became more global. Post-acquisition, they shared resources, such as Volkswagen's platforms and technology, which significantly improved Škoda's quality, making it a cost-effective choice. Many mistakenly believe it's an independent brand, but in reality, it now operates under the Volkswagen Group alongside Audi and SEAT. In my opinion, this has fostered innovation—Škoda retains its own design identity while inheriting Volkswagen's reliability, truly a win-win. If you're curious, test-driving one will reveal a driving experience very similar to a Volkswagen, just at a more reasonable price.
