Skoda Octavia Hatchback 1.8 20V SLXi 5d (1999/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good full package, excellent value for money.
Costs
Reasonable for this size of car.
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On the road
Driving
Good visibility. Good lumbar support with lots of seat position variations. Place to rest clutch foot.
Performance
Nippy enough for big car.
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Living with it
Reliability
Nearly 100,000 miles. Always starts first time.
Image
I don't care - this is a wolf in sheep's clothing!
Comfort
Very comfortable on long runs.
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Security and Service
Security
No alarm, but immobiliser - everything shuts on keyturn.
Service
Skoda keeps closing its garages - I've lost 4 so far!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Water pump and idler replaced at 98,000 miles. Cambelts replaced at 60 then 98k.
Other
Back brake seized - wore out disks and pads. New front brakes - can't stop them squealing.
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