Nice car but they seem to be a better buy at around the 18month-2 year old mark. You can buy them with 10000km for around 30 grand and let someone else take the 12 grand hit in depreciation.
The gearbox is an Aisin 8 speed( Toyota), its brilliant, i travel weekly on the M1 up and down 125 km each way and get 4.8 to 5.5km. per 100 km consumption i run on 98. If you do the math on km travel over say a year and factor in the pruce diff between 91 and 08 octane and compare that to the extra money you outlay to purchase a hybrid, the Ovtavia os ahead overall with me over 4 to 5 years
Have had many Octavias going as far back as 1999. I don’t know why but they feel like they’re getting smaller - I guess this is just because everything else gets bigger. The last one I had was a 2017 model. I’ve found the engine range has dwindled and the petrol models are gutless. It’s a decent car and always has been and now in a limited segment so stands out more than before but I felt vulnerable in the latest one - felt like I was sitting on the floor whilst every other driver towered over me on the road. I think SUVs have replaced this segment long ago and most are as, if not more, practical.
Škoda has an option when you buy it from new to offer some extra packet deals inclusing keyless entry and other stuff, you just pay extra for those you want. Dont need to go for a model up if you desire only those things missing on base models. But more important than that is where is Octavia made for our market? BTW nice review as always.
We have the current generation Karoq and to open the door you just touch the inside of the door handle. To lock you press that little indentation on the outside of the handle (or use the buttons on yhe key fob obviously). This Octavia isn't the same??
I would actually get Škoda Octavia but most people here in Australia tell me to avoid European vehicles especially the ones from VW Group. They always say it's garbage mechanics (engine, transmission...) and expensive to maintain. Can somebody tell me their own experiences?
They're not wrong. It's expensive to maintain because parts and labour costs are so high compared to Asian brands. If Australia was closer to Europe it might be a different story, but it's not. That's why everyone gets rid of theirs once the warranty runs out.
I have a 2010 Skoda Octavia RS wagon...it has 140,000km and has been flawless. Literally, not a single fault and it's approaching 15 yrs old! Maintenance costs are reasonable and I mean similar to current Hyundai, Kia, Nissan or Volvo eg $300 for a minor service at my local workshop.
@@WildDanHibikithat is some high quality BS right there. Tell me you have no experience owning European cars without telling me you have no experience owning European cars...talk about whopping generalisations lol
I'm about to finish a 5 year novated lease on an Octavia RS liftback. Aside from a chipped windscreen I picked up on an interstate trip, the car has been faultless - reliability has been better than anything else I've leased/owned. The lease pricing was also very competitive. Looking closely at a Skoda Kodiaq for my next ride.
Interesting that you mention issues with the "roadside assistance" provided by Skoda. On the only occasion we had to use it it was pathetic to the point of ignoring it and finding some other way around the issue. Other than that 3 years of Skoda ownership has been very positive.
I’ve used roadside assist with Škoda for a flat tyre and they arrived in 20 minutes and had it done within 10 minutes for my Superb wagon. No complaints here.
@@danielkell5617 I think this is the point that was being made ...it is inconsistent. I was in a small town ,with an NRMA Depot, and was told it would be a minimum 4 hour wait, so clearly if they use the NRMA they are only contracting some of its depots. I'm guessing it is a bit like Telstra only allowing some of its towers/technology to be used by its cheaper partners?
The wagon is good value, especially if need big boot. Not a fan of the wheel design. It would have been great if this was offered in lifted suspension version.
I've always maintained that station wagons are under-rated and a better choice over a sedan.
over an *SUV* makes more sense
Waiting for your review of the new RS and the upgraded motor
That screen is beautiful
Nice car but they seem to be a better buy at around the 18month-2 year old mark. You can buy them with 10000km for around 30 grand and let someone else take the 12 grand hit in depreciation.
I've lost count on how many scoda I've seen on the side of the road with the bonnet up like a modern day camera
Thank you Matt
The gearbox is an Aisin 8 speed( Toyota), its brilliant, i travel weekly on the M1 up and down 125 km each way and get 4.8 to 5.5km. per 100 km consumption i run on 98. If you do the math on km travel over say a year and factor in the pruce diff between 91 and 08 octane and compare that to the extra money you outlay to purchase a hybrid, the Ovtavia os ahead overall with me over 4 to 5 years
Which drives better, the Mazda 6 wagon or the Skoda?
I’d like to know too
It's a practical car, but it's a shame that the 1.5 eTSI engine is still not coming to Australia for the facelifted model.
Have had many Octavias going as far back as 1999. I don’t know why but they feel like they’re getting smaller - I guess this is just because everything else gets bigger. The last one I had was a 2017 model. I’ve found the engine range has dwindled and the petrol models are gutless. It’s a decent car and always has been and now in a limited segment so stands out more than before but I felt vulnerable in the latest one - felt like I was sitting on the floor whilst every other driver towered over me on the road. I think SUVs have replaced this segment long ago and most are as, if not more, practical.
Does Skoda offer a flat floor option for the boot?
Why is the 1.5L engine not offered?
Škoda has an option when you buy it from new to offer some extra packet deals inclusing keyless entry and other stuff, you just pay extra for those you want. Dont need to go for a model up if you desire only those things missing on base models. But more important than that is where is Octavia made for our market? BTW nice review as always.
We have the current generation Karoq and to open the door you just touch the inside of the door handle. To lock you press that little indentation on the outside of the handle (or use the buttons on yhe key fob obviously). This Octavia isn't the same??
When are we getting a review of the Fabia Select? I havent seen a single review from an Australian creator
I would actually get Škoda Octavia but most people here in Australia tell me to avoid European vehicles especially the ones from VW Group. They always say it's garbage mechanics (engine, transmission...) and expensive to maintain. Can somebody tell me their own experiences?
They're not wrong. It's expensive to maintain because parts and labour costs are so high compared to Asian brands. If Australia was closer to Europe it might be a different story, but it's not. That's why everyone gets rid of theirs once the warranty runs out.
I have a 2010 Skoda Octavia RS wagon...it has 140,000km and has been flawless. Literally, not a single fault and it's approaching 15 yrs old! Maintenance costs are reasonable and I mean similar to current Hyundai, Kia, Nissan or Volvo eg $300 for a minor service at my local workshop.
@@WildDanHibikithat is some high quality BS right there. Tell me you have no experience owning European cars without telling me you have no experience owning European cars...talk about whopping generalisations lol
I'm about to finish a 5 year novated lease on an Octavia RS liftback. Aside from a chipped windscreen I picked up on an interstate trip, the car has been faultless - reliability has been better than anything else I've leased/owned. The lease pricing was also very competitive. Looking closely at a Skoda Kodiaq for my next ride.
Any word about the Scout variant at all?
Interesting that you mention issues with the "roadside assistance" provided by Skoda. On the only occasion we had to use it it was pathetic to the point of ignoring it and finding some other way around the issue. Other than that 3 years of Skoda ownership has been very positive.
The roadside assistance isn't "provided by Skoda" they'd be using a third party contractor like RACQ, NRMA etc
I’ve used roadside assist with Škoda for a flat tyre and they arrived in 20 minutes and had it done within 10 minutes for my Superb wagon. No complaints here.
@@danielkell5617 I think this is the point that was being made ...it is inconsistent. I was in a small town ,with an NRMA Depot, and was told it would be a minimum 4 hour wait, so clearly if they use the NRMA they are only contracting some of its depots. I'm guessing it is a bit like Telstra only allowing some of its towers/technology to be used by its cheaper partners?
The wagon is good value, especially if need big boot. Not a fan of the wheel design. It would have been great if this was offered in lifted suspension version.
Love my Octavia LE… fan adjustment is annoying tho
Corolla is more of a competitor to the Octavia than the Camry. Well at least in Europe anyway
RS is an appropriate comment. 🤔
Haha yes
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Love my Octavia! Mine is ‘23 Style
whats your experience in terms of service, quality and petrol consumption?
45l fuel tank on a car this large? Ummmm no.
Size ain't everything it's what you do with it 😉
Why do they instist on putting space saver wheels on these cars after a very unplesant experience with a space saver wheel it's a instant turn off.
To save cost and to save weight basically...
😡 RIP OFF PRICE MY HYANDAI TUCSON HYBRID IS SO SUPIOR YOU SUCK 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉