Skoda Octavia IV (since 2020): known problems and buying guide

A practical family car, but check open recalls, the infotainment software and the front suspension before you buy.

Updated 26 October 2026

All versions

Variant	Running cost per month	Median price	Listings	Fuel	Engine codes	Gearbox	Production years
2.0 TDI, 150 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch Research	€383	€30,440	1,360	Diesel	DTT, DXR	Automatic (dual-clutch) (7)	since 2024
1.5 TSI, 150 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch Research	€362	€31,490	844	Petrol	DFY, DXD	Automatic (dual-clutch) (7)	since 2024
RS, 265 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch Research	€431	€39,280	425	Petrol	DNP	Automatic (dual-clutch) (7)	since 2024
1.5 TSI, 116 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch Research	€348	€25,988	88	Petrol	DXD	Automatic (dual-clutch) (7)	since 2024
1.5 TSI, 150 PS, 6-speed manual Research	€374	€27,499	78	Petrol	DPC, DXD	Manual (6)	2024–2026
2.0 TSI, 204 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch, all-wheel drive Research	€428	€37,990	71	Petrol	DNN	Automatic (dual-clutch) (7)	since 2025

Years: 2020 to 2026; facelift 2024 with matrix LED headlights and larger screens.
Reliability: 3/5. TÜV is close to average, but suspension, 12 V battery and early infotainment pull it down.
DIY: 2/5. Software, sensors and recalls need a dealer and a scanner.
Biggest risks: open steering and DSG heat-shield recalls; glitchy infotainment on 2020-2023 cars.
Prefer: a facelift car with full software history and a fresh battery. Avoid: early cars with old software and no recall printout.

1.0 TSI (DLA): 110 PS, manual or seven-speed DSG. See the 1.0 TSI guide.
1.5 TSI (DPC, DFY, DXD): 116/150 PS, eTSI on DFY, manual or seven-speed DSG. See the 1.5 TSI evo guide.
2.0 TSI (DNN, DNP): 190/204 PS 4x4, RS 245/265 PS, seven-speed DSG.
1.5 TGI (DHF): 130 PS CNG.
1.4 TSI iV (DGE): 204/245 PS plug-in hybrid, six-speed DSG.
2.0 TDI (DSU, DTR, DST, DTT, DTU, DXR): 115 to 200 PS, manual or seven-speed DSG, front or 4x4. See the 2.0 TDI EA288 guide.
DQ200 dry DSG: 1.0 and 1.5 TSI, front-wheel drive. See the DQ200 guide.
DQ381 wet DSG: 2.0 TSI and 2.0 TDI. See the DQ381 guide.

Issue	Affects	Typical km	Repair cost
Brake heat shield and fluid leak	DSG cars built 2020-2023	Not stated	Free recall
Steering screw corrosion	All cars built to 2026	Not stated	Free recall
Engine cover fire risk	Cars built 2020-2022	Not stated	Free recall
Infotainment, cockpit and assist faults	Cars built 2020-2023	0-120,000 km	No confirmed price
12 V battery drain and failure	All cars	Not stated	No confirmed price
Suspension wear and knocks	All cars	100,000-150,000 km	No confirmed price

Read the infotainment version and fault memory with a scanner; test every screen, CarPlay, Front Assist and Travel Assist. Bad result: old software, stored faults, reboots or systems that stay off.
Check springs and dampers on a lift; look for transport blocks under the front gaiters. Bad result: cracks, leaks, play or blocks still fitted.
Test the 12 V battery after the car sleeps and measure the quiescent current. Bad result: a low battery or a drain.
Check DSG heat shield recall 47U5 by VIN. Bad result: an open campaign.
Check steering recall 48LS by VIN. Bad result: an open campaign.
Check engine cover recall 10H6 on 2020-2022 cars. Bad result: an open campaign and the cover still fitted.
Ask about camera calibration after any windscreen change. Bad result: Front Assist or Travel Assist inactive.

Operational	€166
Workshop	€80
Fixed costs (tax, insurance)	€123
Total per month	€369
New-car depreciation (not included)	€457

ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months

Listings on mobile.de priced up to 50,000 EUR, 29 October 2026.

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