Skoda Octavia Mk3 (2013-2020) used car buying guide
Our detailed guide to buying a used Skoda Octavia III.
Our detailed guide to buying a used Skoda Octavia III.
Aug 2021:
Does the diesel version of the Skoda Octavia RS still appeal, now that there's a plug-in hybrid version, too?
(Irish review)
Oct 2020:
The plug-in hybrid Skoda Octavia iV gets a 60-kilometre electric range.
(International first drive review)
Sep 2020:
The Octavia has, since it was first launched, pushed Skoda to new heights in Ireland. Here’s the new estate.
(Irish review)
Sep 2020:
Does the Skoda Octavia RS lose some of its dynamic edge in 'iV' plug-in hybrid guise?
(International first drive review)
Jul 2020:
Improvements to the latest Skoda Octavia Combi make it seem peerless.
(International first drive review)
Jul 2020:
The Skoda Octavia evolves with a fresh design and a step up in quality.
(International first drive review)
Oct 2019:
Skoda Octavia Soleil comes loaded with equipment and an appealing price.
(Irish review)
Apr 2018:
Skoda's hottest Octavia might just be better than the Golf GTI it's based on.
(Irish review)
Jul 2017:
Ubiquitous on Irish roads, the Skoda Octavia receives a mid-life facelift that further cements its place on top of the family hatchback tree.
(Irish review)
Apr 2017:
We know you'll buy the diesel, but the best updated Skoda Octavia RS is the 230hp petrol option.
(International first drive review)
Apr 2017:
Off-roading Skoda Octavia Scout estate gets four headlights; is still brilliant.
(International first drive review)
Apr 2017:
Skoda facelifts the Octavia RS; we test drive it in practical diesel Combi DSG guise.
(International first drive review)
Feb 2017:
Revised Skoda Octavia means tweaked performance and an improved interior.
(International first drive review)
Feb 2017:
Mid-life revisions improve the already impressive Skoda Octavia.
(International first drive review)
Jan 2017:
It shouldn't work, but a 1.0-litre petrol engined Skoda Octavia is one of the picks of the whole range.
(Irish review)
Jun 2016:
New 1.0-litre three-cylinder Skoda Octavia packs a surprising punch.
(International first drive review)
Mar 2016:
The Octavia RS was already pretty terrific. This more powerful, more honed version just makes it that much better.
(Irish review)
Sep 2015:
Skoda turns up its Octavia RS with new 230 version.
(International first drive review)
May 2015:
Skoda's Octavia Scout provides an alternative route to the well-beaten SUV path.
(Irish review)
Dec 2014:
Is the Skoda Octavia ready to assume the Superb's mantle? In L&K spec we reckon so.
(Irish review)
Jul 2014:
Skoda's new off-road estate surprises with some genuine mud-plugging ability.
(International first drive review)
Mar 2014:
Skoda's Octavia RS, with petrol power, gets closer to the mighty Golf GTI than ever.
(Irish review)
Feb 2014:
Fancy all-wheel drive in your Skoda estate? This new Octavia Combi fits the bill.
(Irish review)
Aug 2013:
So, what's the hottest Skoda estate money can buy like to live with on Irish roads?
(Irish review)
Jul 2013:
Skoda ups the performance stakes with its latest Octavia RS.
(International first drive review)
Jul 2013:
The Czech brand returns with the first all-new Octavia since 2004, and it's a big improvement.
(Irish review)
Jan 2013:
Skoda's top seller grows up, both literally and figuratively.
(International first drive review)
Aug 2010:
Could Skoda have created its own niche with the Octavia Combi RS TDI?
(Irish review)
May 2009:
Is the facelifted Skoda Octavia the most under-rated car on sale in Ireland?
(Irish review)