The SKODA OCTAVIA (2020-24) 5DR HATCHBACK 2.0 TDI 150 DPFR SS EU6 SE 6SPD is a spacious family hatchback, offering more room and practicality than many compact rivals while remaining easier to park than an SUV. In the UK, the Octavia is a familiar, value-focused alternative to the Volkswagen Golf and Ford Focus, with a particularly roomy cabin and boot. With its 2.0-litre diesel engine and six-speed manual gearbox, this SE version suits commuters and families who cover regular longer journeys and want relaxed, economical motoring, generous passenger space and everyday usability. It is less compelling for mostly short urban trips, where a petrol or hybrid may suit better. Its understated styling and sensible controls make it easy to live with. Mycarcheck’s five look-ups across four VINs showed 25,000 average miles and a £15,900 average private-sale valuation; these limited checks are a useful guide, not a definitive market-wide price guarantee.