Skoda Octavia Hatchback (04-12) - Review Review by David Ross on 17 Jul 2008 Last Updated: 15 Feb 2011 4.5 The Skoda Octavia is one of the best family cars around. Spacious, reliable, well built and good to drive, it also comes with a great range of engines. Latest Skoda Octavia Hatchback review Summary Driving & Performance Equipment Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Owners' Reviews Also Consider Facts & Figures Company Car Info Gallery 3.5 out of 5 Safety Euro NCAP Provides motoring consumers with a realistic and independent assessment of the safety performance of some of the most popular cars sold in Europe. Visit Euro NCAP for more info Adult Occupant Rating 4 out of 5 Child Protection Rating 4 out of 5 Pedestrian Test Rating 2 out of 5 With a score of four stars in the Euro NCAP crash tests the Skoda Octavia's safety levels are fairly high. Many newer hatchbacks like the Ford Focus and Peugeot 308 have been awarded the maximum five stars, however. Driver, passenger and side airbags are standard, while curtain bags are optional (standard on L&K models) as are active headrests. All models get central locking and an immobiliser plus an alarm is standard on Ambiente (later updated to SE) or Elegance trim levels otherwise it's an option. 4.5 out of 5 Reliability As it uses Volkswagen components and mechanicals, the Skoda Octavia's reliability record should continue to grow without any major glitches. We've heard of no problems and the Octavia regularly tops owner satisfaction surveys. Car check problem points Body No problems reported. Engine/Gearbox No problems reported. Other Two recalls - one to fix bolts on the tandem fuel pump cover (2004) and another to change the flywheel (cars built between 2004 and 2005). Back to: Costs Continue to: Buying & Selling Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Skoda Octavia cars for sale We have 418 models like this for sale. Find Skoda Octavia cars for sale