Skoda Octavia Hatchback 1998-

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    For the price I paid used, well worth it.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Had to have wheel locking bolts taken off. Cost £75.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It is better that the Passat.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bit of a flat spot below 3000 rpm, but above that it flies.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Now and again it takes 2-3 times to start it up. Not sure why.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    People always stare to see what it is.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I'm 6ft 3 and i have about 2 1/2 inches head room left, which is good.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I have had somebody try and steal the car, they didn't drive the car away. But pinched the radio, without the panel.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    I went to one dealer in Nottingham and found them not wishing to help as soon as I told them I bought the car used. I then went to another dealer just outside Notts and they couldn't do enough to help.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Not starting first time.

    Other

    A squeeling from the front right wheel, no fault found.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes