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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Practical and sensible probably.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    No opinions expressed, except by other Skoda owners.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Possibly, but may go for the Octavia instead as there is a wider range of engines to choose from.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Another Skoda probably.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £18,000

    When did you buy the car?

    March 2013

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Reasonable deal when part exchange included.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Needed a large boot in a medium sized car, and this fits the bill.

    What was the dealer like?

    Very good.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Quiet (except over rumble strips) and comfortable, it returns 60+ mileage on most long journeys.

    What's it like to park?

    No issues, especially as parking sensors fitted.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No faults.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Certainly NOT the internal storage space, as this is very poor. The boot is massive for a medium sized car, and this is appreciated most.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Air con.