Which Octavia model is svw71615fm?

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StSophie
08/30/25 8:32am
svw71615fm is the 2016 1.6L Automatic Forward Edition Skoda Octavia. Skoda Octavia powertrain: The 2016 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a 1.6L naturally aspirated 4-cylinder engine, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Skoda Octavia body dimensions: The 2016 Skoda Octavia measures 4659mm in length, 1814mm in width, and 1460mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2686mm. Skoda Octavia chassis: The 2016 Skoda Octavia features front-wheel drive, MacPherson strut front suspension, torsion beam rear suspension, and a unibody structure.
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DiWalter
09/12/25 5:24am
Hey, I remember driving this SVW71615FM, it was a used Octavia I bought, probably the classic model around 2005. Made by Shanghai Volkswagen, with a 1.6L gasoline engine, manual transmission entry-level version. Economical and fuel-efficient on highways, but acceleration feels sluggish, and the seats are a bit hard and uncomfortable. During maintenance, I found parts like spark plugs and filters easy to find online, but the paint fades quickly with age, and it's prone to rust in southern rainy seasons. Overall, it's a durable model, great for new drivers to practice with—steady to drive but don't expect fancy features.
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