Latest Skoda Octavia vRS

[mercGLowner]

Thinking seriously about buying one of these, a new Hatchback Octavia 2.0 TDi CR vRS. There are some absolutely cracking deals at the moment, in excess of the VAT free offer. I drove one last weekend. Great cars. Any thoughts?

[W1LL]

Been fortunate to drive the new 2.0vrs, I love this vehicle, For me it looks the nuts and goes like a rocket,MPG aint the best and interior will not last a life time but they are a practical car especially if you go for the dirty deisel...lol

Seriously considering one myself

W1LL

[Emeye]

How well do they hold their value though? IME Skodas/SEATs are cheap to buy compared to the VW/Audi equivalent, but then do not hold their value as well.

[Mr_annie_vxr]

Skoda VRS and fabia VRS seem to hold their value well.

I drove the Mk1 vrs at work, the Mk2 is a personal vehicle, I get 35 mpg most the time and its grippy and far more comfortable than the Mk1. The latest facelift is a bit nicer still.

They seem to be about 50% after 3 years there or there abouts and then after that hold their value well.

I'd suggest buying an ex demo.

[MonkeyHanger]

Mr_annie_vxr said:

I'd suggest buying an ex demo.

As i did exactly a year ago. (Changing from a MK1)

57 plate 2.0TFSi, 8k on the clock complete with reversing sensors, metallic paint, dual climate etc etc bla bla for £12700. Best new price at the time with the same options was a shade over 15K from an online supplier.

I spent the money i saved on important things, such as beer.

As for 35 mpg, does anyone know where i can get a foot translpant as mine seems to be a tad heavy..

[mercGLowner]

I ordered a new one two weeks ago; vRS CR TDI hatch in Candy White with a few options. £16195 in total, should get it in a couple of months!