Skoda Octavia

Recent updates are enough to re-establish the Octavia at the top of this class. The dashboard materials and driving position are just as top-notch as you’ll find in its sister car, the Volkswagen Golf, so drivers of all shapes and sizes will be comfortable. It’s also cheaper to run than many of its rivals. The interior is huge and the 590-litre boot dwarfs anything else available in this class. Our pick 1.5 TSI 150 SE L

List price £22,365

Target Price £20,479

MPG 56.5 CO2 114g/km

For Spacious and classy interior, punchy engine, good to drive and competitively priced.

Against Some suspension noise and the ride isn’t as comfortable as the Golf’s.

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