Used Skoda Octavia Hatchback (1998 - 2005) Driving & Performance Review by Parkers on 01 Jan 1998 Last Updated: 30 Jun 2014 3.5 The Octavia shares components and engineering expertise with the Audi A3/A4, SEAT Toledo and VW Golf/Bora - which should put pay to any stale old jokes about the Skoda marque. The Czech car maker has hurtled up-market with these keenly-priced and well built medium hatchbacks and estates, which are essentially Volkswagens in all but name. Latest Skoda Octavia Hatchback review Summary Driving & Performance Equipment Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Facts & Figures Gallery 4 out of 5 Performance Ten engines are available ranging from weak 1.4 and 1.6 petrol engines to frugal 1.9 TDi diesels with three outputs - 64bhp, 90bhp and 110bhp. The best engines are the 1.8s. The standard unit is 125bhp, 150bhp for the 1.8T and 180bhp for the electrifying 1.8T vRS. If you're after a diesel, the 1.9 TDI 110 is lively, as well as economical. 4 out of 5 Handling An almost sporty ride, with neat handling and precise steering - the evidence of VW/Audi input really shows here. Wind noise may grate with passengers, though. Back to: Summary Continue to: Equipment Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Skoda Octavia cars for sale We have 4 models like this for sale. Find Skoda Octavia cars for sale