Do we *really* love it? Skoda Octavia estate review

We know thousands of you love the Skoda Octavia – it's almost become the default recommendation for anyone who needs an affordable family car with tonnes of space. But are internet and Reddit Skoda fans justified? We sent Rebecca Jackson to sunny Peterborough to test the pre-facelift Skoda Octavia estate to see what it's like to drive, how good the tech is and whether it's really the perfect family estate car.

[iansummerton]

After my 9 year old beloved Jaguar XE was stolen I had to have a rethink about my car and how I used it and the value it gives me. From all the reviews on You Tube I opted for an Octavia PHEV which I bought second hand from a reputable dealer in Peterborough (coincidentally). I have driven it for 2 months and racked up a modest 1500 miles. Would I buy the same car again? IN A HEARTBEAT. Spacious, comfortable, quiet (after my diesel Jag) and don't get me started on economy. I run locally purely on cheap off peak electricity, only dipping into the petrol engine for longer trips. My average so far is about 80 MPG but that includes a couple of long trips. On a day to day I never have to refuel. as an example I last filled the car at a petrol station in Truro, Cornwall, 240 miles away. at the end of August. A month later and I still have over 100 miles in the tank. The space is amazing and I can carry a full set of golf clubs, motor trolley and all the accessories in the boot with room to spare, and I only have the hatchback not the estate version. Love it.

[micko]

Have 2.0 TSI 4X4 and 1.5 TSI MAN. Great cars. ✔️💪

[quoman]

Bought a new one three years ago. 2L diesel se model. It’s the 3rd new one I’ve had, absolutely beautiful car….But I must say, they are a lot dearer in comparison to what they were 9 yrs ago.

[PACSHN]

Ive been running a 1.0tsi for three months using it for motorways and urban areas. The mpg quoted is correct measured at the pump its averaging 57mpg. On a motorway run alone its 68 to 70. My previous cars were the golf and leon 1.6tdi. The mpg as an average was similar. Id say its more of a premium feel than either of its stablemates and the huge boot is a definite plus.

[robans]

If another car journalyst shows me that ice scraper I am going to puke.

[lovelybigguy]

oh just found out that Ms Jackson moved to this channel. My lucky day. Subs. Really like her contents.

[WilliamLaverick-wonb]

I have the hatchback and I should have got the estate.
The 2ltr diesel is giving 67 mpg.

[simon]

I wonder about the longevity of the small engine and transmission. Having to haul such a large mass about is surely going to increase stresses on the components and probably lots of problems 3 years down the road.

[emmaboobyer]

I've got a 2005 octavia mk 2 which has done 170 thousand miles and it still keeps going its got the best engine 1.9 tdi a bit noisy I think they call it bangornomics! Do I keep it?

[kevinclarke]

Just purchased a new diesel estate in july 2024. I have an employee who has one with over four hundred thousand miles on it.

[anthonybrown]

One of my favourite presenters in a car I really like as a used buy orking for a car supermarket i have bought a couple of cars from, what's not to like?
I don't buy diesels any more peak diesel was 1.9tdi PD vw so 1.5 petrol in a larger csr you can really load up. Unless you drive in towns only.

[GsCConcrete]

are Skoda better now, as in good cars no rot.

[CCRN-ue]

The TSI are anything but reliable! 2.0 TDi yes!

[riponsarwar]

I got a white one but then I changed 😢 so sad I miss it now

[chrismerrell]

Great interior styling, tech and performance, but the exterior look lets it down. Gives off a geography teacher who enjoys caving at the weekend vibe.

[HellFireGod]

bought one of these and it blew up my minecraft base then stole my discord account
wouldnt buy again

[mig]

It's a good car with Volkswagen technology, but too expensive nowadays .
I bought a new one six years ago😊

[markbradley]

Has anyone any experience of 1.5 TSI SE Technology (Petrol)

[nickgiles]

See Autogefuhl's review of the 2024 Octavia estate for an honest review as Thomas does not get paid by the manufacturer.

[captainsweatpants]

WHO CARES about the cars when we've got Rebecca Jackson!😍😍😍