Skoda Octavia Hatchback 1998-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    VW build quality for Vauxhall Vectra money.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Three years free servicing and 40 MPG driven carefully.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good ride quality, excellent brakes but too much body roll.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Sub 9 second 0-60, 140 MPH on German autobahn, 'nuff said.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Apart from cigar lighter, as good as gold.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Still a little bit of a stigma attached to the name by the ill informed.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Infinitaley adjustable driving position, good seats but rear too cramped.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Good locks but Skoda not at the top of joy riders list.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Cigar lighter not working.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes