Skoda Roomster Reviews

Have had the car nearly 5 years now, and the electric windows have failed yet again for the 3rd time. It is not the fuse (replaced) - so I have yet another trip to a garage to put it right.

Also the left rear brake light continually blows - at least once a year.

In the last 9 months when it rains, the car has a very strange "cheesy" smell - which is very unfortunate if I can't open the windows.

Apart from the windows, light & odd smell, the car is a good runner. I can carry dogs, bikes & kids with very little trouble.

It is economic to run and fairly comfortable.

Good leg space and good size boot.

None. The only improvement I'd make is to the main beam headlights: Not powerful enough for country night driving if it's rainy.

Firm road holding. I expected more roll on cornering, but it feels good. No concerns at flinging it around narrow country roads, because it goes where I point it, even on sharp bends with poor road surfaces.

High seat position, great feeling of road presence. Unfamiliar mirror/ window combination at first, but after a few weeks I appreciate the height and good visibility in the Roomster.

Amazing acceleration for a 105 BHP engine! Same power rating as my old car, but it seems much more responsive. Easy power transfer through the gears.

My usual front seat passenger says, "It feels safe". Well, she's right: The Roomster EuroNCAP 2012 safety rating is up there with most Volvo models.

Rear seat passengers love the big windows and panoramic sun roof. Wonderful views.

The SE+ is well equipped. Huge panoramic sunroof, alloys, reversing sensors, sound system (with steering wheel controls) and climate control.

Interior space and versatility - enough said elsewhere, but a real winner.

And the looks? Now that I’m used to seeing it on the drive, I love the quirky curves and high back. It’s such a distinctive shape; other cars now look a little boring by comparison!

Nothing, but the brakes seem somewhat "wooden." I think the front pads might have been glazed when I bought the car, and need to be looked at.

I think dipped beam could be much better. I am experimenting with various bulbs at the moment.

I love it.

Even with the couple of niggles already mentioned, I am really pleased with it.

Economy is about 45-50 MPG around town in heavy-ish traffic. On the motorway I have averaged 65 MPG at 70mph.

I am amazed how much power it has for a 1.4 diesel, it is very impressive.

There is some cabin noise from the engine and road, but it's not really intrusive.

Everyone who sees it likes it, especially the amount of room inside.