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Skoda · Wagon · 2013–2020

Skoda Octavia 5E Combi

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

3.9 / 5.0 · Based on 9 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

220 PS

2.0L TSI Benzin

RS 220 — the sensible sports car

Fun to Drive!
Most Reliable Engine

110 PS

1.4L CNG CNG

3 weaknesses

Good Choice

Engine Overview

The Skoda Octavia 5E Combi is available with 7 engine variants — from 105 to 220 hp.

1.6L TDI · Diesel· 105–116 PS
2013 2019
Be Careful 4 weaknesses
2.0L TDI · Diesel· 150 PS
2013 2019
Be Careful 4 weaknesses
Octavia RS · Diesel· 184 PS
2013 2020
Be Careful 4 weaknesses
1.4L CNG · CNG· 110 PS
2013 2020
Good Choice 3 weaknesses
1.4L TSI · Petrol· 150 PS
2013 2018
Good Choice 4 weaknesses
1.8L TSI · Petrol· 179 PS
2013 2020
Be Careful 3 weaknesses
Octavia RS · Petrol· 220 PS
2013 2019
Be Careful 4 weaknesses

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
DSG DQ200 judder and clutch shudder

The 7-speed DSG DQ200 is prone to pull-away judder and clutch shudder from wear on the dry clutches. The mechatronic unit may also be affected.

Symptoms: Judder when pulling away and manoeuvring slowly, vibrations in creep mode, occasional gear change hesitation.
from 60,000 km
High

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Skoda Octavia 5E Combi have? +
The Skoda Octavia 5E as Combi has 44 known weaknesses, 10 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Good Choice: CHZJ (1.0L TSI), CZDA (1.4L TSI), DADA (1.5L TSI), CPWA (1.4L CNG).
Is the Skoda Octavia 5E Combi worth buying used? +
The Skoda Octavia 5E Combi is a good choice as a used car — 4 of 9 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee

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