Skoda Felicia Hatchback 1998-
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Main dealers tend to overcharge considering status.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Constant electrical faults mean high garage costs.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    For a smallish car, good handling. Steering quite heavy.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Deceptively powerful car, low petrol consumption.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Very poor electrics - only main dealers will touch.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    It's a skoda!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Smooth runner with minimalist although tidy and modern interior.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Constant immobiliser faults that again, only the main dealer can repair.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Visited three main dealers, all of which were slow, unhelpful and unknowledgable.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Poor quality shock leads as standard.

    Other

    Crumples like a beer can .

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No