Skoda Introduces 1.5 TSI evo2 — A New Benchmark in Efficiency

Skoda begins production of the 1.5 TSI evo2 engine in Mlada Boleslav. The unit offers high power, low fuel consumption, and readiness for Euro 7 standards.

Production of the 1.5 TSI evo2 engine has officially begun at Skoda’s Mlada Boleslav plant, marking a new milestone for the brand’s combustion-engine development. The power unit now serves as the backbone for most petrol-powered Skoda models, combining strong performance with lower fuel consumption and advanced efficiency features.

In its base version, the engine delivers 110 kW, while the special Fabia 130 edition raises output to 130 kW. Engineers achieved this improvement through a redesigned thermal-management module, a refined ACT+ system that deactivates two cylinders and switches between the Miller and Otto cycles, and a new high-pressure fuel injection system operating at 350 bar. The result is sharper throttle response and noticeably reduced fuel use.

One of the key breakthroughs is the variable-geometry turbocharger (VTG), previously reserved for diesel engines. Thanks to heat-resistant materials, it now enhances low-rpm torque and overall responsiveness in petrol applications. Working in tandem with the Miller cycle and a high compression ratio, the system optimizes efficiency across driving conditions.

The evo2 also introduces an APS plasma coating for cylinder surfaces, reducing friction and extending service life. Relocating the catalytic converter and particulate filter closer to the engine allows faster warm-up and lowers precious-metal use. In mild-hybrid versions, a belt-driven starter-generator recuperates braking energy and supports the combustion engine during less efficient phases.

By localizing production of the 1.5 TSI evo2 in the Czech Republic, Skoda reduces reliance on other Volkswagen Group facilities and cuts logistics-related emissions. The engine powers the latest Superb and Kodiaq models and is ready for future hybrid versions of the Octavia. Fully compliant with the upcoming Euro 7 emissions standard, it is also compatible with synthetic fuels.

For Skoda, the evo2 is more than an upgraded engine — it represents a deliberate step toward sustainable mobility, where efficiency and innovation define the next chapter of combustion technology.