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Verdict
Compact that is very well protected (5 stars Euro NCAP in 2019) with a large boot (600 L saloon, 640 L estate). The faults reported by CarVerif and Bumper are mainly electronic (multimedia screen, DSG gearbox), but two recalls affect safety (eCall, wheel hub): check that they have been carried out by serial number.
- Reliability
- 4.5/5
- Indicative prices
- €17,700 – €30,000
- Monthly cost
- €465
- Euro NCAP
- 5/5
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: 1.0 TSI 110, 1.5 TSI 150.
1.0 TSI 110
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Manual · 110 hp · 5.1 L/100 km · 116 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 1
Three-cylinder turbo, entry-level petrol with manual gearbox (Autotijd).
Engine: Volkswagen 1.0 TSI (EA211)
Verdict on this engine: Excellent choice
1.5 TSI 150
✓ RecommendedPetrol · Manual · 150 hp · Crit'Air 1
Four-cylinder turbo, offered with a manual or automatic gearbox (Angurten). CarVerif advises testing the car when cold.
Engine: Volkswagen 1.5 TSI / eTSI (EA211 evo)
Verdict on this engine: Excellent choice
2.0 TDI 150
Diesel · Automatic · 150 hp · Crit'Air 2
2.0 TDI diesel with 150 hp, also available with a manual gearbox (Angurten). CarVerif cites EGR, FAP and AdBlue among the risks.
Engine: Volkswagen 2.0 TDI (EA288 and EA288 evo)
Verdict on this engine: Buy with care
1.4 TSI iV 204
Hybrid · Automatic · 204 hp · Crit'Air 1
Plug-in hybrid with 204 hp combined (Autotijd).
Market prices
€17,700 – €30,000
Indicative range: 2020 to 2026, yearly medians of 1352 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).
Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
Multimedia screen bugs
Severity 1/3 · AnnoyingBumper places software bugs in the infotainment system at the top of the Octavia IV's faults: frozen screens, slowness, spontaneous restarts. CarVerif recommends checking the electronics (central screen, driver assistance), and an owner cited by Caradisiac reports a screen failure that cut off the driver assistance systems.
- Versions
- 1.0 TSI 110, 1.5 TSI 150, 2.0 TDI 150, 1.4 TSI iV 204
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
DSG gearbox jerks at low speed
Severity 1/3 · AnnoyingBumper reports hesitation and jerks at low speed, especially in dense traffic. CarVerif recommends testing the DSG7 on a used example, including during manoeuvres.
- Versions
- 1.5 TSI 150, 2.0 TDI 150, 1.4 TSI iV 204
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Recall of the rear left wheel hub (April 2023)
Manufacturer recallA faulty rear left wheel hub can affect the suspension and steering. The recall concerns Octavia IV and IV Combi vehicles built from 4 to 18 April 2023 (Škoda code 42N1).
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
- Versions
- 1.0 TSI 110, 1.5 TSI 150, 2.0 TDI 150, 1.4 TSI iV 204
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Faulty eCall recall (Octavias built late 2019 - early 2020)
Manufacturer recallThe eCall emergency call system may not work, due to a lack of audio connection and data transmission with the emergency centre. The recall concerns Octavia IVs built between 21 November 2019 and 11 May 2020 (Škoda code 91AA).
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
- Versions
- 1.0 TSI 110, 1.5 TSI 150, 2.0 TDI 150, 1.4 TSI iV 204
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Škoda Octavia”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Real monthly cost
Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated
| Fuel or electricity | €126 |
|---|---|
| Insurance | €70 |
| Maintenance | €40 |
| Depreciation | €229 |
| Total per month | €465 |
⚠ Estimates to treat with caution
- Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
- Fuel (petrol)€126
1.0 TSI 110 version: combined consumption of 5.1 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.
5.1 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €126
Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.
- Insurance€70
Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.
- Maintenance€40
Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.
- Depreciation€229
Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.
Inspection checklist
Škoda Octavia IV — inspection checklist
Things to check
- Enter the serial number (VIN) at a Škoda dealer or on RappelConso to confirm that the recalls (eCall, wheel hub) have been carried out.
- Test the central screen at length: restarts, freezing, responsiveness and operation of the driver assistance systems.
- Test the DSG gearbox at low speed and in manoeuvres: hesitation and jerks.
- 1.5 TSI: start and drive when cold to detect jerks.
- Diesel: ask for the maintenance invoices and avoid a car used only on short trips (EGR, FAP, AdBlue).
Questions to ask the seller
- Have the manufacturer's recalls (eCall, wheel hub) been carried out? Do you have the proof?
- Has the central screen already been replaced or updated under warranty?
- Has the DSG gearbox shown jerks, and what is its maintenance history?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
Alternatives
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Volkswagen Golf
VIII · since 2020
- Price
- €18,800 – €31,100
- Reliability
- 3.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
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Ford Focus
IV · 2018–2025
- Price
- €10,800 – €20,000
- Reliability
- 4/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
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Peugeot 308
III · since 2021
- Price
- €11,680 – €26,318
- Reliability
- 3/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid, Electric
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Renault Mégane
IV · 2016–2023
- Price
- €9,500 – €23,900
- Reliability
- 3.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
Toyota Corolla
XII · since 2019
- Price
- €18,000 – €29,900
- Reliability
- 5/5
- Fuel types
- Hybrid
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the Škoda Octavia IV (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Skoda Octavia 4 reliable?
CarVerif judges that the purchase should be decided car by car: the weak points noted are mainly electronic (screen, DSG) and several recall campaigns exist.
What is the Octavia 4's boot capacity?
600 litres for the saloon (Liftback) and 640 litres for the Combi estate, according to Autocopilot.
What is the Octavia 4's Euro NCAP rating?
Five stars in 2019, with 92% for adult protection and 88% for child protection (La Tribune Auto, Škoda Storyboard).
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