Skoda Octavia Hatchback 1998-

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Better than a VW for less money.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Depreciation only average, but it really will exceed 60mpg on a long motorway trip.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Softish ride is great for motorways or rough roads. Easy controls. Rear visibility not great for reversing.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No complaints. Feels like much more than 90bhp and there is no turbo lag.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A slightly temperamental electric window switch - that's all that has gone wrong in 4 years!

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A more intelligent choice than a VW, and much more interesting than a Ford or Vauxhall. Forget the old jokes (and most of them were recycled Lada jokes anyway - old Skodas were never *that* bad).

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Do 300 mile trips a couple of times each year with no aches afterwards.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Deadlocks and immobiliser. Not really a theft magnet anyway.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Some garages are more knowledgeable than others. Recommend Newbury Skoda if you're in that area.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes