all-new Skoda Octavia FULL REVIEW driving 2020 Combi Estate Kombi - Autogefühl

This is our in-depth review of the all-new Skoda Octavia. We're taking a look at Exterior, Interior and the driving experience.
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[@johncollymore1697]

Great detailed Review and commentary, as always. And three German Lessons today! Nice quality and lots of equipment, but not that keen on touch screens. I much enjoyed the driving part, as usual - many thanks. Kind regards.

[@edmundasreiciunas9256]

Did I miss or was it not said in the video - the model of the Octavia? Since in there is no VRS logo in the front and you mentioned yourself, that it is not RS, I am wondering which is it: Ambition, Style or Sportline? If you could kindly write the model, it would be very appreciated. Other than that, the review was really great! Good job! I did enjoy the video and your opinion on the vehicle.

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This man truly has the gift as a great reviewer, even the birds in the background appreciate his detailed reviews.

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Finally someone pronounces Skoda....they way it should be. :)

[@emarchelo]

Škoda

[@curtisbelford]

Шкода

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@@curtisbelford You know it's not a Russian brand, right? (Russian spelling correct though)

[@geofturner986]

I'm in the UK and know how to pronounce Škoda

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This channel is the gold standard. Articulate points, professional but not stuffy presenter and the overall quality makes it very nice.!! As for the AC, yes we love that AC sound!, not a full blow hurricane but we need some sound to convince everyone in car that AC is working.

[@autogefuehl]

cheers my friend!

[@carlosvales8697]

Thats funny! So if outside is 35 degrees/95(for americans) you need to convince them if you feel 20 inside (around 68)?

[@stefang1087]

@@carlosvales8697 😄😄😄

[@siddharthgoyal4008]

@@carlosvales8697 yes in a weird way. If they can't hear the sound they will crank up the fan until we can hear some noise 😂

[@ClaireYunFarronXIII]

I love how you pronounce "Skoda." 😱😍 The correct way. Cheers, Thomas. Always appreciate the review. 😎

[@UniversalControl]

Wish, he would do for "Fau Weh" und "Beh Emm Weh"! as well!

[@johannesgehrs9888]

Those are acronyms. Pronouncing them German would be incorrect.

[@berhoom2024]

@@johannesgehrs9888 But you guys say English ones in English, eg BBC, CNN etc

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In Europe I think everybody except islanders know how to read Škoda

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Waited for this one a long time, and as always you delivered. Top work Autogefühl!!!

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Thanks for these words

[@henrylawson430]

Gotta love the greenery, birds chirping and the great roads of Germany. The car was pretty good too. Great review. This might be my next car after my current Passat. Greetings from Australia.

[@autogefuehl]

greetings!

[@jonathanmcfeat3958]

Great video as always; one of the best automotive presenters on KZbin. Loving Skoda's new interior and exterior design language!

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[@crospotter13]

Interesting thought about the AC sound - for me the less sound the better. I want my AC to do the job but not to be loud while it does. Very informative as always Thomas, cheers from Croatia!:)

[@systemfails]

Perfect review as always, thank you Thomas, Im planning to buy this one.

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Glad to see Thomas still working. Thankyou keeping me sane.

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Thank you for another excellent in depth review.

[@greezoid56]

Im ashamed our UK reviewers of cars don't have a patch on him. Thomas really gets to the nuts and bolts. Good work Thom!!

[@autogefuehl]

Thanks m8 👋

[@ScenesThroughTravels]

This Car is stunning on all levels ,

[@wurstthefirst]

I currently own a Skoda Octavia Mk3 estate and am considering replacing it with the latest model in the next 12 months. The review was excellent, unbiased in it's presentation and full of detail. Thank you.

[@autonewstv86]

Good review & interesing car !

[@hemmay]

Another excellent review from the best car review website and presenter. Thanks Thomas. Looks like a great car also!

[@autogefuehl]

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[@anasmrabet7502]

Bonjour Thomas, Thank you for your excellent and detailed review. Best regards 🙏

[@osjakie]

I have been waiting for this one :). Awesome review as always, not much to dislike about the new Octavia it seems. Apart from everything moving into the touchscreen which I don't really like. But that is just the direction we are going unfortunately. Added this car to the shortlist. Thank you Thomas.

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great reviews love the channel boss, cheers from Alberta Canada!

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Greetings!

[@modmod392]

This guy is a legend👍

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Watching from Trinidad and Tobago. Excellent content as always

[@autogefuehl]

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[@andrewmontague2636]

Another quality review Thomas, factual, thorough and clear, I really like your presentation style! I’m looking forward to your Leon ST review to see how the two compare, as I know new Leon is much closer in overall size to Octavia than the old model was.

[@autogefuehl]

thanks andrew!

[@vuckomrakic3760]

Quality of Skoda cars is great. Let's be honest, Skoda is cheap ( not that cheap), but what u get with that price, plus quality of materials, is great and wonderful. I had a chance, few days ago, to drive it. Driving is so smooth, steering is great, sound isolation is great... Totally agreed whit your opinion, Thomas! Much respect and support for your work... Great job as always!

[@autogefuehl]

Appreciated 🤘

[@disarchitected]

I like how your outfit matches the car!

[@autogefuehl]

😎👍

[@Papafou]

fantastic review. loved you honest and real world review.

[@autogefuehl]

🙏🤘

[@Casavult]

Think I've found my perfect new estate! Time to ring the dealer!

[@johnbower7452]

Just ordered my hatch SE yesterday; can't wait, got to drive an SEL estate and I loved it as soon as I let the clutch up. Have to say I couldn't hear the A/C working; though it definitely was. I've honestly only driven one smoother, quieter car; and that was a Bentley Eight back in the early 90's.

[@radip4452]

Love your reviews, you have a real talent😎

[@autogefuehl]

🙏🙏

[@xxlalbatross3287]

I think when you have a car like this one, you don't need anything else. Thank you for a great review. You have very intressant and lovely voice, which is perfect for introducing this specific car. Regards

[@autogefuehl]

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[@ASMROW]

When I heard "Shkoda" I knew I was in for a good review. I was not dissapinted.

[@kevincaldwell4707]

Good review of an interesting car.

[@wocket42]

I just realized he's driving through my home town. :-)

[@babi8717]

Brilliant review.

[@autogefuehl]

appreciated!

[@seb.]

15:45 the rear bench seems to be seating low... few more cm would make the ride more comfortable. (to the expense of a bit of headroom)

[@sergioderderian16]

Excellent review👍👍 thanks! What about the DSG7 ? Did VW definitely fixed any reliability problems???

[@grahams7132]

Hi Thomas, thanks for your great reviews. Do you know when you will be test driving the Octavia RS iV?

[@autogefuehl]

thanks! No schedule yet, Corona has delayed everything. But we ll keep u updated

[@alanjackson5438]

Thank you Thomas. I was comparing this car to the ford focus active x estate. I think Skoda have nailed it with the front design. On the inside I really like the way the bold chrome trim drops around the information screen. However, the ford has multi link on all engines with the Active X, plus the drive is superior. Similar pricing. I've gone for the Ford. Nice review though!

[@autogefuehl]

thanks and enjoy!

[@Fekillix]

Touch controls for the roof to! I wonder when physical buttons will return. I find not having physical controls for all AC, lights and radio very unappealing. Slider volume? Terrible.

[@enriqueali]

Haha... Thomas's outfit matches the car under review! 😁😁😁👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@oykkh29]

Great video as always 👍🏻👏👌🏻

[@autogefuehl]

Good to read from u!

[@masterrazvan]

Hi, the new Skoda Octavia 2020 is very cool!

[@mattimainio4807]

Great Review including the detailed suspension opitions (auch auf Deutsch🇩🇪). Very good comparison between the VW group siblings and also mention how it differs from MB on higher speeds. Admirable detail including gas struts for the engine compartment, the note on the OK feeling of the break pedal and the physical button for the driving mode. I like the "denim look" on the top of the inside door panels and top part of cockpit. Would look great with a "Thomas blue" car.🟦 Electric seats also are a big plus. Very funny test with finding the Friedrichstrasse.. The Canton sound system gives good sound (thumbs up for the nice piece of music with the female artist💃) Very nice functionalities with the ski hatch compared eg with Leon which has more basic functionality on this part. The Leon seems to have more stylish view themes for the digital cockpit and also more innovative interior lighting that is connected to eg side assistant. I think we'll gonna see a lot of new Octavias on the road. Also very relaxing video with some birdsong included..🐦

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Cheers m8 😉

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[@8skyline7]

This car has the lowered suspension or standard?

[@pascalszczurko8520]

Hi Thomas. Thanks for your reviews. What about the steering wheel in this Octavia? Is it capacitive? Interested as this steering wheel will become standard in all 2021 Skoda models, hence... in my Superb iv with planned delivery May 2021. Thank you.

[@ripcordian]

22:12 nice. Checks properly when passing a bus.

[@Tonseren]

A whole lot better looking than the previous which was again a whole lot bette rlooking than the one before that. So, going in the right direction for skoda!

[@arda_ozkardes]

I think it is the best looking car in the C class. I want to see Scout version immediately and I hope Scout version enters to Turkey market.

[@guitarsalonvadyaslovenia]

Fantastic review! A question: Škoda Oktavia Combi or Toyota Corolla Touring 2020. Which car would you recommend? Thanks!

[@cknorthpole]

So the new seat Leon had more boot capacity than the Skoda?

[@Panzerfury18]

It looks way better than the previous. Especially the headlights.

[@stamy74]

Superb needs urgently an update. Its interior looks too old compared to the new Octavia.

[@ToreOnYouTube]

I think they will release the new Superb next year.

[@user-xj5lo1ky2p]

Why should the winter tires look more baloonish than the summer tires? The dimensions for the 17" wheel are the same. 🤔

[@MRT.1977]

I am currently looking at a Seat Leon 1.5tsi FR Estate dsg and a Octavia 1.5tsi Estate dsg. What are peoples thoughts? I am thinking maybe the Leon as it looks and seems more sporty 🤔

[@erzenaymeri4847]

Hi Thomas, I’m still patiently waiting for the octavia scout 2021 review .. 🤔☺️

[@Olim22]

Do you know when area view (360 degree camera system) will be available? Is it with the rs (iv)? Are there other features which have been announced but will only be available later this year for the octavia?

[@autogefuehl]

Not sure, gotta check the price list

[@plupluplutus]

How's this car with the 1.0 mHEV engine?

[@maxx6469]

Hi, Thomas. Can you please do your analysis and road test (review and driving) regarding the Fiat Tipo SW diesel, with automatic gear shift? Thank you.

[@autogefuehl]

Hey m8, got a tipo review here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpuwd3x7eq6krs0

[@MurphySuperstar]

Is it Moon White or Candy White ?

[@ukusiider]

Veri good reviewer and very good car

[@NarendraKumar-mv3ew]

Octavia is a sedan then why it became a estate does they still sell sedan? Please reply

[@erlandodk]

This just premiered here in Denmark. I'm getting mine in 3 months time :-)

[@ImDrivingwalkingAround]

Awesome 👍

[@konstantintopuzov7005]

It's my first review I've watched from you and I'm impressed how knowledgeable and interesting it was. Tiny details and comparison to rivals and siblings were very helpfull. Do you happend to know why Skoda left 1.5 tsi DSG out of the line ?

[@autogefuehl]

thanks !! I am very certain this will be offered at a later stage

[@konstantintopuzov7005]

@@autogefuehl Thanks, I don't think they will offered even in later stage because right from the begging it's not in the list of engines. But why ? cdn.skoda-storyboard.com/2019/11/OCTAVIA_EN_Engines.jpg

[@seb.]

did he not mention it at 5:07 ? I guess it will sell more in PHEV

[@autogefuehl]

It is very common for new cars that they are not offered in every engine version from the beginning on.

[@Mso94]

About the seat leon and the led matrix headlights. There are many jurnalists who say that the leon has an optional 22 led matrix headlights but there isn't any mention of matrix in the official release guide. So, does the leon have matrix or it doesn't?

[@autogefuehl]

Not yet available. We are expecting it with the first facelift or a model year change of the Seat Leon, but it indeed does not start with that option.

[@mohammedalhayyay4606]

Great video for people having sleeping problems

[@wuzumaki]

Facelift 5-series has the same headlights.

[@kevinn1158]

Thomas!! I'll tell you what I think!! I think you have COVID? You went through the tunnel without rolling down the window!!! I cranked up my volume so I could compare the V8 Jag and this!!! Grrrrrrrrrr. Actually, I'm impressed you could talk for 40mins about what is basically a fridge on wheels. Good job.

[@autogefuehl]

😂😂

[@markheywood8236]

Hey Thomas, I used to have the Leon ST Xperience and now have Octavia SE-L. I like the size, practicality and standard spec of the Skoda. But I preferred the handling and drive of the Seat - with AWD and DCC. So, my question is will Skoda do an AWD Scout version of Octavia 4 for the UK - with DCC and ESC? And will there be a new Leon Xperience? And which one should I buy?

[@autogefuehl]

Hmm really depends on market specs. Generally there should be Octavia Scout version

[@tomasnunes4831]

I’m a bit torn between this car and the Golf Variant. What do you guys think?

[@gonorreias1]

No boot measurements? :-(

[@saliman4874]

that optional 10 inch screen cost about £5 to make and £3 of that is the cost of those bezels. they huge

[@ronaldarts7547]

Thx for the wind noise review. Very helpful. About the Leon: only the 1.5 48V engine seems to have a strange brake feel. Not the others. As I understand, it has something to do with recharging while braking (or something like that). Not only with the Leon, but also with the other cars that use the 1.5 48V (like the Scala). Very curious if you notice it with the Leon ST (and also about the wind noise).

[@autogefuehl]

I ll see with the ST!

[@mattimainio4807]

Many Thank also for my part on this information. Ordered Leon 1.5 48V "blind" without test drive. Lets see Thomas ST review.

[@edipires15]

Awesome review. The Octavia and the Leon are very decent cars for their price point. They are in fact so good that I don’t see the reason for spending extra money for a Golf (apart from the badge). Thank you for the review

[@autogefuehl]

Thx 4 the support!

[@kamata93]

That's weird. I checked the Bulgarian Skoda Octavia and only the Skoda Octavia Ambition doesnt have the digital instruments, while the Style does have them. So that's very weird :/

[@artemusje2]

Thanks Thomas, excellent review! I like this one, especially the interior is quite nice. I think they went one step higher up the ladder with this, making things hard for the Golf. VW makes some weird cost cutting choices, like the lack of gas struts for the hood in the Golf that the Octavia does have, and with regards to the material quality in the interior. The lane keep assist already irritated me in your review, so I would not have to spend any money on that feature! :-)

[@autogefuehl]

Thanks my friend

[@konstantintopuzov7005]

I think Lane assits is a standard from lowest level, so can't save from it.

[@xrq4241]

Maybe this is why for the first time Octavia is more expensive than Golf? Even though the cheaper 150 HP Golf is equipped with a more expensive rear suspension (multi-link) vs. Octavia (torsion beam)?!?! After checking in several markets the pricing of identically configured (engine+options) Octavia and Golf, it turns out Golf is cheaper than Octavia.

[@Tonseren]

question: blind spot monitor, does it only activate if you have your turnsignal on to the side where there is a car taking you over, or doesnt it light up every time someone goes past you?

[@autogefuehl]

Check the driving part, i do explain that in detail

[@Tonseren]

@@autogefuehl can you link or note the time because the part I find about the blindspot monitor you brush over rather fast.

[@autogefuehl]

hm damn somewhere here, in the hatch review or in the Octavia I think I have shown it in detail, but I cannot find it at the moment. It always give a warning, steady light, when cars are approaching from behind. When you put the turning indicator, then you have a more flashing blind spot monitor light plus acoustic warning

[@kalverstukas1414]

Thanks for review. Why do you always miss showing trunk lid button, does it exist or not?

[@autogefuehl]

thanks! you mean the one for closing?

[@kalverstukas1414]

@@autogefuehl yes, please) it would be super nice if you include this half seconds in your future reviews, because literally all reviewers ignore this. Thank you

[@hymanzhao7663]

Can it be imported by China?

[@AL-to4ro]

Great review but the traffic noise was a bit distracting

[@alanfok5252]

How does this Octavia compare with the Ford Focus ST-line wagon?

[@autogefuehl]

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[@Ostap1974]

Did you find the large chrome decoration on doors distracting? On camera these seem to flicker alot. Also, do you have any insights, why Škoda has chosen to withold 1.5 TFSI DSG -- probably the most suitable engine/gearbox version for the car?

[@autogefuehl]

There will be 1.5 dsg according to my info

[@autogefuehl]

Hmm didnt find them distracting

[@autogefuehl]

thanks !! I am very certain 1.5 DSG will be offered at a later stage

[@ronpower7790]

I found the whole visualization a bit low contrast...the Leon has bigger Icons which are color coded like on a smartphone. In the Skoda everything has the same pale color, just a bit harder to differentiate.

[@Pmjs]

Have any of you driven 1980s Škoda 1.36 Rapid or Estelle or 1st Generation Octavia? You will see how far Škoda has come.

[@xrq4241]

Great review Thomas! After checking in several markets the pricing of identically configured (engine+options) Octavia and Golf, it turns out Golf is cheaper than Octavia. On top of it, the cheaper 150 HP Golf is equipped with a better rear suspension (multi-link) vs. Octavia (torsion beam). Do you have any thoughts about this interesting pricing strategy from VW Group?

[@autogefuehl]

Thanks! Very strange indeed. It also maybe depend from market to market and of course also on concise dealer offers

[@geofturner986]

Really good review. Just a shame that this particular model isn't available in the UK

[@autogefuehl]

Cheers!

[@JJWilliams-uk3rf]

I love my Seat Leon but Skoda are a great car

[@mart_en]

At 0:29 close your eyes and listen. You might think a Golf Diesel from 1980 is about to take of ... ;-)

[@UroSS321]

Was driving test (new) Octavia 2.0 TDI DSG 3 days ago, but been driving gas cars for 7 years now. I was soooo surprised when waiting at gas station, how loud the machine is. It's like a tractor. But fuel economy is great tho ... was driving it sportier, 5.3l/100km was consumption.

[@ChrisP286]

ZaKeLiiNjo how does the suspension feel? Is it like the old one?

[@jingyun4323]

I know nothing about cars so which is the best Octavia to buy? I just need to get from a to b.

[@autogefuehl]

Middle trim , u dont need every extra

[@pindousino]

First octavia I would choose over golf variant.

[@vjexxx]

The camera in the car is constantly shaking. I can assume that the suspension is unnecessarily stiff and uncomfortable. I have experience with a new Scala - a beautiful car, but I get nausea from the suspension. Or I am wrong?

[@autogefuehl]

see explanation about suspension in the video!

[@vadras194]

Hi Which car did you like most from all points of view, new octavia or superb facelift?

[@autogefuehl]

U could feel the superb is a segment above

[@vadras194]

you think i should choose skoda superb? Thx

[@RandomTheories]

@@vadras194 tbh..try both and decide ;)

[@SimpleDialogue]

Would you say that the 4x4 system is greatly necessary? Also I know you compared the car to Audi A3 but what about the A4 Avant? Would you say the price bump for the A4 Avant is worth it? PS. great music choice, I love Markus Schulz 👌

[@autogefuehl]

😎 fwd is fine

[@johnglover2501]

Thanks as always for a great review. It sounds really "gruff" to me at times. I am sure my 100,000 mile TDI 4x4 is far quieter (and it still burns no oil and flies like a bird!)

[@autogefuehl]

Thx pal!

[@johnglover2501]

@@autogefuehl Just to clarify, it is the engine that sounds gruff and not Thomas!

[@carlover4596]

Would you say the interior quality is better than the VW Golf? Because I always thought Skoda was supposed to be the budget version of VW? Also, do you think the build quality is better? Especially because of the dual gas bonnet struts? Even the Audi A3 only has one.

[@autogefuehl]

I think we can say that...

[@bluethomas7810]

15:22 As for the rear seats: Are there any studies, how often adults actually sit in the back of cars at all? In daily driving you barely see adults sitting there; mostly the rear of every car is empty; except for some kids!

[@autogefuehl]

Good question