There aren't too many cars that have improved their appeal quite as markedly as this fourth generation Skoda Octavia estate. Yes, it's now smarter, more media-savvy and better equipped, which are all decisively good things. But the keys to this car's big draw are simple. It's still spacious and great value - and the prices haven't taken a sharp climb. The Octavia was already one of the most affordable cars in the family hatchback-derived station wagon sector. It's no longer really in that segment but now gives cars like the estate versions of the SEAT Leon and Volkswagen Passat a real headache.
The best value is obviously to be had at the entry-level end of the Octavia Estate range. At the top end of the line-up, it's easy to see many trading equipment for badge equity and defecting to Volkswagen or Audi products, but given that they're all built by the same group, that might not be such a bad thing. Not so much if the money was going to BMW or Mercedes though. As it stands, this is a solid seven out of ten car. You'll love it.

ISOFIX on front passenger seat and outer rear seats

Unsplit rear bench seat, split folding backrest with centre armrest with cupholder

ESC including ABS, EBV, MSR, ASR, EDS, HBA, DSR

Steering wheel in black leather with black stitching

Front and rear parking sensors with manoeuvre assist

Wireless SmartLink for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Wireless charging (15W) with cooling function

Electrically adjustable, heated, folding and driver side auto-dimming door mirrors

Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07

NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09

Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage

Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years

Man Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years

SKODA Octavia Estate

1.5 TSI SE Technology 5dr