Faults:

In my ownership I have done nothing but services and the requirements for MOT such as brakes and tyres. The car is near faultless.

The A/C is weaker now and the rear suspension has a creak which I will investigate soon.

Cosmetics wise the car is in incredible condition for age. I bought it used, but it has full history, all servicing done and a new timing belt.

General Comments:

66 plate 2016 Octavia, a very dull generic car and typical sight on UK roads. But what it lacks in excitement it more than makes up for it in practicality and reliability.

Elegance model is the one to go for, near top of range. Spacious, and super comfortable seats and all electrics. Nice set of alloys too. The car looks the part inside and out.

Dull to drive, the 1.6 diesel has just enough power, but it will do over 50 mpg all day. On very long summer drives I have seen in excess of 60 mpg.

In short, there is a good reason taxi drivers like them!

Faults:

Oil leak.

ABS sensor.

... and the rest was just wear and tear expected of a nine year old car.

General Comments:

Grey 2016 Octavia, very common sight on the roads. And for a good reason.

It's just like the ideal economical and reliable car. Nothing exciting. Does everything well.

"S" model is VERY basic. Go for an SE or Elegance model. Trust me. Interior is dull, grey and boring and empty feeling.

Good to drive however. 1.6 diesel has just about enough get up and go, while doing a genuine 60 mpg.

Spacious inside and has a huge boot. Exterior I think is OK looking with alloy wheels.

If you just want reliable transport, give the Octavia a look. Find a looked after car and you have bought one of the best cars on the market. Make sure all oil changes are done and cambelt if applicable for guaranteed reliability.

Faults:

Nothing but wear and tear items replaced. Touch screen a bit unresponsive.

General Comments:

Laurin and Klement is a top spec Octavia. Dark red/Brown leather inside with full electrics. I love being in this car!

Impressive comfort levels aren't its only features. It has unique alloy wheels you can't get on lesser Octavia's. My car is metallic black. Looks stunning.

2.0 TDi is punchy and still does over 50 mpg. Quite fun to drive. Automatic DSG box is a joy to use.

These cars are easily the best in their class. Expensive even at this age with some miles on them. But buy a looked after car and you have bought comfort and reliability.

Faults:

Had to change the cam-belt and water pump, but that is just maintenance.

Seems heavy on brake pads, but I drive it hard sometimes.

General Comments:

2016 Octavia vRS in white - petrol version, a bit more exclusive as most are the diesel versions.

Comfortable and spacious inside, the vRS has very nice sporty seats and good equipment levels.

With 217 bhp this car is a joy to drive. It is the six speed manual, which I much prefer over the DSG auto box. Still manages close to 40 mpg or more on average. Realistically however, you'll get 30 - something or less driving fast. If that is a concern, try the diesels. But the petrol engine's strengths are ultimately in more refinement, and they are a bit quicker off the mark.

Dark grey alloy wheels with red brake calipers. My car is the pre-facelift before the 2017 updates. I prefer this version's looks.

Given the performance, (around 0 - 60 mph in six and a half seconds and it can do over 150 mph) there is little to touch these cars in regards to value for money! Plenty on the used market - do your research and buy carefully, avoid thrashed examples.