Skoda Octavia Estate 1998-

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  • Economy

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fuel consumption approx 29.5mpg.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Drives just like a fast VW (which it is).

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Exceptionally fast, road holding astounding thanks to 4x 4 and traction control.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No faults at all. Has not failed to start firstime once in 27K miles.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Only problem is colour of internal upholstery - I chose a black car and the only option was beige - marks very easily - not suitable for kids.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Badly let down by lack of rear leg room - unfortunately this is the biggest estate Skoda make.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    The best security is the badge - car thieves are as stupid as most drivers.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Two excellent dealers, one very bad.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes