2001 Skoda Octavia Ambeinte review from UK and Ireland
"Overhyped and not up to the billed job"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Oil consumption is sky high. 2L per 1000 miles. Deal says nothing to worry about.
Bad squeak behind dashboard.
General comments?
This car has been a big disappointment.
Its cheapish, but you can tell after a while. There is no feeling of "quality" or "style" or "I like myself in this car".
Rear room is terrible and is not practical. Oil consumption is alarmingly high.
This is not a cheap VW it is a VW built down to a price. You don't get VW quality.
A nasty car which is overhyped and I am selling as soon as I can.
The dealer was awful, truly awful. I was made to feel like a criminal. Never again! A guess of hype over content.
This car is not a family car. It's a car for a couple who want a bigger car than a polo. If you have children then forget it. Buy something slightly bigger like a Passat, Primera or anything else.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 2/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 8000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 23000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Primera |
| Date of Entry | 10th May, 2002 |