2015 Skoda Octavia vRS 2.0 TDi from UK and Ireland
Summary:
vRS = Fun
Faults:
Oil leak.
Battery failed.
Alloys starting to corrode.
Air con not as effective as it used to be.
General Comments:
The sporty vRS Octavia is probably one of the best all round cars you can get for the money.
vRS has a very nice interior and a good turn of speed. Externally there isn't much to differentiate it from lesser Octavia's bar the dark alloy wheels, spoiler and painted calipers. Subtle vRS badges.
To drive it's pretty amazing for an otherwise run of the mill car. Feels very fast and responsive. It still does anything between 40 - 50 mpg on diesel. Insurance is actually reasonable and so are parts and servicing. Very much a budget super-car! 2.0 TDi with the manual is the one to go for, but I have heard the DSG auto box is good too.
Ride a bit overly firm, but never uncomfortable.
If you want speed and reliability and reasonable running costs, you could do a lot worse than one of these. Buy a looked after car - full history with all oil services and timing-belt change at this age is essential.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 27th November, 2024
3rd Aug 2021, 13:37
I agree, they are probably one of the best all round cars on the road. My 2003 Octavia is still going, but will likely replace it with a more modern one when it is time to move on, will definitely be looking at the VRS, lesser models are way too boring (but reliable).