Skoda Octavia vRS 2001-

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Best buy all rounder for under £15k.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Insurance group 16 isn't cheap, but it's well worth £15 per week to insure.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Good driving position, great handling, very responsive.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very fast, especially when run on Super Unleaded. Will outrun most cars 30-70.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    So far, so good.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Old Skoda image doesn't help.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very good. Lots of space for passengers and a huge boot.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No alarm, but general VW secuirty locks etc are ok.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Skoda were very helpful and offered a good discount.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Interior light fitting flickers occasionally.

    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