What do you think of the 1.0-litre Octavia?

I'm considering buying a 2016 1.0 petrol Skoda Octavia, but my mechanic is sceptical about a small engine pulling a big car. Any advice?

Jan Crowley (Dublin)

Jan 2018 Filed under: choosing new car

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Expert answer

Hi Jan,

I'm not sure if your mechanic has actually driven the Octavia with the 1.0-litre engine, but we have and it's brilliant. If you had five adults inside and a boot full everywhere you went, it might not feel too quick, but otherwise it's more than adequate. In fact, we've done a full review and video review of that very car if you want to check it out:

2016 Skoda Octavia 1.0 TSI review (with video)

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Advisor
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