Skoda Octavia Estate 1.9 TDi Elegance 5d (2002/02) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
What a lot of car for the money! Loads of gadgets and safety extras.
Costs
A frugal drinker! Returns over 50mpg at Motorway speeds and amazing service intervals of 20K!
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On the road
Driving
Comfortable and effortless, in town or on long distance. Handles beautifully in wet/dry/loose conditions.
Performance
The 110bhp delivers every time.
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Living with it
Reliability
Front wipers packed-in after 10k miles, on M74, at night, in torrential rain.
Image
The estate version turns heads, looks great with metalic paint and alloys.
Comfort
Even for 6 - footers the front seats offer firm but supportive ride, with abundant legroom. Rear seats lack legroom, worse when front seats are back fully.
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Security and Service
Security
No problems so far.
Service
Issue with wipers repaired under warranty in 2 days and a courtesy car provided.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Wiper linkage split/broke after 10k miles.
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