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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Sedan |
| Base Price | $19,760–$25,059 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2016 Skoda Octavia is a sedan that earns a Carivo score of 7.4/10 — rated Good. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 7.7/10. It's a capable but unexceptional sedan — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 7.3/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety lands at 7.7/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
With 7.2/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. At 7.3/10 for technology, the infotainment and driver-assist package does its job without setting benchmarks — check which features cost extra on lower trims.
Priced from $19,760–$25,059, 24 MPG, seating 5, the Skoda Octavia sits in the budget-friendly tier of the sedan market. At 7.6/10 for value, it delivers fair pricing for what's on offer, though the best alternatives in this price range score slightly higher. At 10 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: The 2016 Skoda Octavia sits in the middle of the field. Worth a look if it fits a specific need; otherwise use our compare tool against the segment leaders first.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2016 Skoda Octavia ranks #687 of 1310 sedans in the Carivo database — better than 48% of the segment. Its 7.4/10 overall score is 0.1 points below the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $19,760 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $27,664 by about 29%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sedan ranking →
Across the Octavia model years we've scored, the 2016 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.8/10 | $26,780 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.8/10 | $26,000 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.7/10 | $25,220 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.6/10 | $24,440 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.6/10 | $23,660 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.6/10 | $22,880 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.5/10 | $22,100 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.5/10 | $21,320 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.5/10 | $20,540 | Read review → |
| 2016 (this review) | 7.4/10 | $19,760 | |
| 2015 | 7.4/10 | $18,980 | Read review → |
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