Skoda Octavia vRS (01-05) - Review Review by Simon Harris on 16 February 2006 The Octavia vRS put Skoda on the hot-hatchback map in 2001 with an estate model following in 2003. Sharing components with the Mk IV Volkswagen Golf, using Volkswagen Group's 180bhp 1.8 turbo engine as well as the know-how of Skoda's skilled chassis engineers the Octavia vRS turned out to be a high performance bargain and a thoroughly enjoyable drive. 4 out of 5 Other Skoda reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 4 out of 5 Comfort Roomy interior has part-leather trim as standard as well as air conditioning and electric windows and mirrors. Seats offer a good range of adjustment and the cabin feels airy. View full gallery 4.5 out of 5 Practicality Probably the most practical car you can buy with this level of performance, particularly the estate. More than 500 litres of luggage space up to window height with the rear seats in place with much more room seats folded. Get a Skoda Octavia vRS valuation View full gallery How does the boot space compare? Skoda Octavia vRS (01-05) 548 litres MG ZS Hatchback (01-04) 375 litres Subaru Impreza Estate (00-05) 356 litres SEAT Leon Hatchback (00-05) 340 litres 3.5 out of 5 Behind the wheel Steering adjusts for reach and height, and the two-tone seats look good. However, the dashboard perhaps doesn't look special enough for the car's high-performance credentials and is a bit of a let down. View full gallery Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Skoda Octavia cars for sale We have 10 models like this for sale. Find Skoda Octavia cars for sale Previous: Driving & Performance Next: Costs