Skoda Octavia hatchback (2005-2013) | owner reviews: MPG, Problems & Reliability

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canot fault it

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The Skoda Octavia is built like a solid tractor. One of the most reliable cars out there (although a tad noisy on the inside).

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always perfect

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Very reliable but have had steering column replaced and only six months old.

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Has not gone wrong yet

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Very reliable a great improvement on the diesel version.

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Does just what it says on the tin 100%

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No faults at all !

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No problems at all

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It's OK

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Nothing has gone wrong

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I travel at least twice a year to Italy trough France chosing different routes and in all seasons and these Octavias never let me down(this is my Third).The DSG system also is the best partcularly for long trips.

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Was let down by a clutch failure at 25K hence the 4 score other that a brilliant car.

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After nearly 15,000 miles it's developing clutch judder, otherwise OK

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never broken down or needed repair

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No issues since new. One dealer recal.

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only 1 problem from new, coolant leak from water pump.

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Slight coolant leak at 2 months old, otherwise no problems.

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Few electrical problems when first purchased, fuel sensor

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No problems whatsoever.

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No problems so far

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Electrics very occasionally have a wobbly and water leaking into car only minor problems

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I've had no reliability issues with the car.

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No problems at all

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Although the most unreliable car I've owned, it's all been small niggly faults. However they build up over time to remove the trust in the car, especially with a young family

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No problems at all

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Faultless, this is the second one of these I've had, had the previous one for three years with no issues at all.

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No problems so far

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No expence except for wear & tear items. i.e cam belt

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Only one problem since new - piece of metal banging against exhaust, fixed in minutes free by Skoda garage

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Cannot fault it

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Only had one problem. ABS unit faulty, fixed under warranty.

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Faultless

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Very reliable with no issues over 50,000 miles.

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The octavia elegance has surpassed my expectations. I was hoping to replace the current car with another skoda, but the waiting time is just too long.

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Practical but fun - always reliable

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The car is excellent

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Good quality family car that "does what it says on the tin".

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The car is very reliable ,practical,enconomical and easy to drive .

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Cannot fault it for the money.

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Brilliant value for money car

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I bought it 12 months ago, the car was 4 months old at the time. The car has been fantasic . Running costs are below what i expected, petrol consumption is good for a hot hatch. Sports suspession can be a bit hard but i was aware of this when i bought it. Not the best view out of rear which can be a pain when parking in tight spaces but no worse than a lot of vehicles. I would recommend both skoda and the octavia model.

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The octavia vrs is a superb combination of economy and performance. It is practical yet sporty and meets the needs of everyday driving as well as weekend fun. This is my second vrs and it will not be my last.

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Quick, practical, family car

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Overall vey good, but surprised with the problem i had ( broken wire) All previous skodas had been 100% reliable

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Fantastic car very underated. Have had 15 months of very happy driving. On several occasions has put a massive smile on my face. Love the car can't wait to drive it at weekends when the boot is empty of my work equipment.

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Very pleased

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The car fits our lifestyle and has not let us down in any adverse road coditions.

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Very reliable as i have the car for my disabled daughter i find that the size makes it comfortable for her to get in and out with ease. Also i finf that the skoda dealer very helpful with any help i need.

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A good car ruined by poor electrics and poor build quality. Three electical faults have occured, one involving the air bag and this took several attempts and eventually a lot of money to fix. Parts are difficult to get to to fix, for example the front of the car had to be taken appart to get to the intercooler. This model is not a s good as the previous model. Many of the improvements are just plainly annoying. The doors lock automatically when you drive along, and only the drivers doors open unless you attempt a double click on the fob which is quite difficult!

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Is a nice little car:)

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Really good value, really nice to drive, an a4/passat at a fraction of the price

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This is my 4th skoda octavia, it was previously from a hire car fleet and had a few minor issues when i bought it but it is now totally dependable and a pleasure to drive long distances. I am a little disappointed with its economy, my previous car had the older generation engine and was considerable more economical, without any compromise on performance, the new bmw efficient dynamics diesels are better and might be my preferred choice next time.

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Good reliable all rounder

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Good vehicle -my third skoda octavia. Had troube with automatic tansmission -whic was fixed by the delaers and had troube with the boot closing which took a long time to solcve -intermittent electrical fault -not i feel the fault of the garage

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The best of its type

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I like it, its performance is good, it's economical and reliable.

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Good basic car but slow due to engine 90hp

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This is my second octavia.This Is the 1.4tsi coupled with the 7speed auto box. What a combination.Some Years ago i had a 2litre mk 2 mondeo,this motor gives you lots more fun.The Boot space puts many bigger cars to shame.I Have a son who uses a wheelchair,there is no need to dismantle the chair the boot swallows it easily.That Guy shutting the door of a golf,my octavia sounds more upmarket "check it out"

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Excellent

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I love my car

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The car has been very good all round and i will buy another one.

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Brillant practical car for country living -load carrier -dog mobile -no problems with snow/bad weather yet fine for the motor way 7 & staying in a very posh hotel in the south of france last siummer it didn't look out of place alongside the audi q7s, the porsches and other premium cars

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The 2.0 tdi vrs is an absolute jem of a car bags of torque, quick and economical. This car is so under rated by people who snub the badge but really people like me who own one are having the last laugh. It's the best car i have owned.

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Good alround reliable car, plenty of room for 4 adults and all of their luggage. Excellent value for money.

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It is one of the best cars i have bought

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Brilliant! A spacious, comfortable, high quality and well built car that has everything and does everything i need and all at a bargain price. There are endless well thought out touches and lifting the bonnet shows audi and vw badges alongside skoda. I can see no point in paying another £5000 pounds for a golf, which is less practical (much smaller boot), mechanically the same and involves dealers that are not as good.

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Not bad but a bit dull

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Very pleased with car, though original alloys were prone to buckling so swapped them for team dynamic pro race 1.2 which are lighter and stronger.

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Excellent all rounder, great value for money, would definitely buy another.

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Been brilliant apart from replacing ecu £1300 and the rear wash/wipe packing in. The rear bearings need replacing warning lights stay on for abs & esp the brake warning light flashes.

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There have been cooling system problems but these were fixed under used car warranty. Practical, good quality, pretty cheap to run but of course the price of fuel is stuffing all of us.

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. Comfortable,good value especially with vat free & 0% hire purchase deal. Seems to have a lot of vw& audi parts without paying their prices. Thousands of taxi owners cannot be wrong. Any badge snobbery with this lacks logic. Go easy with the left foot & economy rises to 70 mpg-unbelievable but true

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This is my 3rd octavia. My last being the vrs tfsi (wow). Love them. Fully recommend skoda.

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Skoda is the best manufacturer and has great dealers

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Does everything that is required wih ease.nice car to drive smooth and comfortable.

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The best value for money car with fast performance of all time. Shame it only does 30 miles to the gallon.

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A very sensible family car with better than adequate performance, an excellent package all with the minimum of modern gimmicks.

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Very good honidt car

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My skoda octavia vrs diesel is probably the best car i have ever owned, its comfortable, huge loading capacity & it is an unbelievable drive, excelleration is second to none & also delivers good mpg, i have owned bmw & vw for the last 10 yrs & change my car every 2-3yr and my skoda is a cut above the rest

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A perfect blend of performance and practicality at a great price

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Excellent car, highly recommended & skoda dealers are excellent too

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Bought on the basis of its quality & reliability reputation. Has required a new flywheel at 65000, then a turbo at 72000 then a new brake caliper and dust shield at 75000 now at 80000 the computer has crashed and it looks as though it will need replaced. Up till now i have spent over £3000 on repairs and the electronics look as though they will cost a fortune as well. I am completely disgusted by the car and also the after sales service of skoda. Not interested! Never again will i buy another skoda.

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Very good, competent in the snowy weather when equipped with snow tyres. Just needs less firm seats and more refined engine.

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Fantastic value for what you pay, reasonable performance, mediocre petrol consumption, comfortable and spacious, well equipped, great dealer service.

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Good car but not 100% vw - it îs a skoda after all

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Stone trapped in front disc brake making loud squelling noise. Also happened a second time but managed to remove the stone myself. Possibly a design fault!

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