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Skoda Octavia RS TSI (2024)
Nov 2024 - International First Drive Review
More power, new looks and a bigger infotainment screen for the excellent Skoda Octavia RS.
More power, new looks and a bigger infotainment screen for the excellent Skoda Octavia RS.
Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI 150 Combi (2024)
Nov 2024 - Irish Review
Is the Skoda Octavia Combi estate a good option for Irish buyers still needing diesel power?
Is the Skoda Octavia Combi estate a good option for Irish buyers still needing diesel power?
Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI 150 Combi (2024)
May 2024 - International First Drive Review
Diesel still has a place in the revised Skoda Octavia - tested here in practical Combi estate format.
Diesel still has a place in the revised Skoda Octavia - tested here in practical Combi estate format.
Skoda Octavia 1.5 TSI 150 (2024)
May 2024 - International First Drive Review
Mild facelift time for the fourth-gen Skoda Octavia, and it remains as brilliant as it ever has been.
Mild facelift time for the fourth-gen Skoda Octavia, and it remains as brilliant as it ever has been.
Skoda Octavia RS TDI (2021)
Aug 2021 - Irish Review
Does the diesel version of the Skoda Octavia RS still appeal, now that there's a plug-in hybrid version, too?
Does the diesel version of the Skoda Octavia RS still appeal, now that there's a plug-in hybrid version, too?
Skoda Octavia iV hybrid (2021)
Oct 2020 - International First Drive Review
The plug-in hybrid Skoda Octavia iV gets a 60-kilometre electric range.
The plug-in hybrid Skoda Octavia iV gets a 60-kilometre electric range.
Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI 150 Combi (2020)
Sep 2020 - Irish Review
The Octavia has, since it was first launched, pushed Skoda to new heights in Ireland. Here’s the new estate.
The Octavia has, since it was first launched, pushed Skoda to new heights in Ireland. Here’s the new estate.
Skoda Octavia Combi RS iV (2021)
Sep 2020 - International First Drive Review
Does the Skoda Octavia RS lose some of its dynamic edge in 'iV' plug-in hybrid guise?
Does the Skoda Octavia RS lose some of its dynamic edge in 'iV' plug-in hybrid guise?
Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI 150 Combi (2020)
Jul 2020 - International First Drive Review
Improvements to the latest Skoda Octavia Combi make it seem peerless.
Improvements to the latest Skoda Octavia Combi make it seem peerless.
Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI DSG (2020)
Jul 2020 - International First Drive Review
The Skoda Octavia evolves with a fresh design and a step up in quality.
The Skoda Octavia evolves with a fresh design and a step up in quality.
Skoda Octavia 1.0 TSI Soleil (2019)
Oct 2019 - Irish Review
Skoda Octavia Soleil comes loaded with equipment and an appealing price.
Skoda Octavia Soleil comes loaded with equipment and an appealing price.
Skoda Octavia RS 245
Apr 2018 - Irish Review
Skoda's hottest Octavia might just be better than the Golf GTI it's based on.
Skoda's hottest Octavia might just be better than the Golf GTI it's based on.
Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI
Jul 2017 - Irish Review
Ubiquitous on Irish roads, the Skoda Octavia receives a mid-life facelift that further cements its place on top of the family hatchback tree.
Ubiquitous on Irish roads, the Skoda Octavia receives a mid-life facelift that further cements its place on top of the family hatchback tree.
Skoda Octavia RS 230
Apr 2017 - International First Drive Review
We know you'll buy the diesel, but the best updated Skoda Octavia RS is the 230hp petrol option.
We know you'll buy the diesel, but the best updated Skoda Octavia RS is the 230hp petrol option.
Skoda Octavia Scout
Apr 2017 - International First Drive Review
Off-roading Skoda Octavia Scout estate gets four headlights; is still brilliant.
Off-roading Skoda Octavia Scout estate gets four headlights; is still brilliant.
Skoda Octavia Combi RS
Apr 2017 - International First Drive Review
Skoda facelifts the Octavia RS; we test drive it in practical diesel Combi DSG guise.
Skoda facelifts the Octavia RS; we test drive it in practical diesel Combi DSG guise.
Skoda Octavia 1.6 TDI DSG
Feb 2017 - International First Drive Review
Revised Skoda Octavia means tweaked performance and an improved interior.
Revised Skoda Octavia means tweaked performance and an improved interior.
Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI
Feb 2017 - International First Drive Review
Mid-life revisions improve the already impressive Skoda Octavia.
Mid-life revisions improve the already impressive Skoda Octavia.
Skoda Octavia 1.0 TSI
Jan 2017 - Irish Review
It shouldn't work, but a 1.0-litre petrol engined Skoda Octavia is one of the picks of the whole range.
It shouldn't work, but a 1.0-litre petrol engined Skoda Octavia is one of the picks of the whole range.
Skoda Octavia 1.0 TSI
Jun 2016 - International First Drive Review
New 1.0-litre three-cylinder Skoda Octavia packs a surprising punch.
New 1.0-litre three-cylinder Skoda Octavia packs a surprising punch.
Skoda Octavia RS 230
Mar 2016 - Irish Review
The Octavia RS was already pretty terrific. This more powerful, more honed version just makes it that much better.
The Octavia RS was already pretty terrific. This more powerful, more honed version just makes it that much better.
Skoda Octavia RS 230
Sep 2015 - International First Drive Review
Skoda turns up its Octavia RS with new 230 version.
Skoda turns up its Octavia RS with new 230 version.
Skoda Octavia Scout
May 2015 - Irish Review
Skoda's Octavia Scout provides an alternative route to the well-beaten SUV path.
Skoda's Octavia Scout provides an alternative route to the well-beaten SUV path.
Skoda Octavia L&K
Dec 2014 - Irish Review
Is the Skoda Octavia ready to assume the Superb's mantle? In L&K spec we reckon so.
Is the Skoda Octavia ready to assume the Superb's mantle? In L&K spec we reckon so.
Skoda Octavia Scout
Jul 2014 - International First Drive Review
Skoda's new off-road estate surprises with some genuine mud-plugging ability.
Skoda's new off-road estate surprises with some genuine mud-plugging ability.
Skoda Octavia RS TSI
Mar 2014 - Irish Review
Skoda's Octavia RS, with petrol power, gets closer to the mighty Golf GTI than ever.
Skoda's Octavia RS, with petrol power, gets closer to the mighty Golf GTI than ever.
Skoda Octavia Combi 4x4
Feb 2014 - Irish Review
Fancy all-wheel drive in your Skoda estate? This new Octavia Combi fits the bill.
Fancy all-wheel drive in your Skoda estate? This new Octavia Combi fits the bill.
Skoda Octavia Combi RS
Aug 2013 - Irish Review
So, what's the hottest Skoda estate money can buy like to live with on Irish roads?
So, what's the hottest Skoda estate money can buy like to live with on Irish roads?
Skoda Octavia Combi RS
Jul 2013 - International First Drive Review
Skoda ups the performance stakes with its latest Octavia RS.
Skoda ups the performance stakes with its latest Octavia RS.
Skoda Octavia
Jul 2013 - Irish Review
The Czech brand returns with the first all-new Octavia since 2004, and it's a big improvement.
The Czech brand returns with the first all-new Octavia since 2004, and it's a big improvement.
Skoda Octavia
Jan 2013 - International First Drive Review
Skoda's top seller grows up, both literally and figuratively.
Skoda's top seller grows up, both literally and figuratively.
Skoda Octavia Combi RS
Aug 2010 - Irish Review
Could Skoda have created its own niche with the Octavia Combi RS TDI?
Could Skoda have created its own niche with the Octavia Combi RS TDI?
Skoda Octavia
May 2009 - Irish Review
Is the facelifted Skoda Octavia the most under-rated car on sale in Ireland?
Is the facelifted Skoda Octavia the most under-rated car on sale in Ireland?
