Skoda Octavia vRS 1.8T vRS Hatchback 5d (2002/02) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
No other car can match the performance, spec. and practicality for £15k.
Costs
Insurance is a bit steep but servicing costs have been less than expected.
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On the road
Driving
Great fun to drive - equally at home on the motorway or on twisty B-roads.
Performance
It's not slow...!
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Living with it
Reliability
Minor electrical problems but all fixed under warranty.
Image
I never thought I would be proud to drive a Skoda...
Comfort
Could do with slightly more support from the seats.
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Security and Service
Security
No alarm fitted as standard.
Service
Excellent service from dealers so far.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
See 'Reliability'.
Other
Skoda need to re-design the boot so that it doesn't deposit a bucketful of water into the boot when you open it after a shower.
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