How much is a 2018 Skoda OctaviaPetrol worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2018 Skoda OctaviaPetrol on the Irish used-car market is around €11,450, based on 6 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2018 Skoda Octavia depreciate per year?

A Skoda Octavia loses roughly 12.8% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2018 Skoda Octavia from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2018 Skoda OctaviaPetrol?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2018 Skoda OctaviaPetrol using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Skoda Octavia2018

Petrol

€11,450ROI listing median

NI import est.€14,580

ROI cheaper by ~€3,130

39 days avg on market · Low data confidence · VRT based on A9 (111–115 g/km) (18%), Revenue uses OMSP

High DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€11k – €15k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 10h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€11,450

private sale ~€9,783 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€7,665 – €9,308

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

141k km

typical 152k km

Days listed

39d

avg on market · demand 82/100

AI Market Summary

Excellent value proposition — well-balanced family car holding steady prices despite modest year-on-year decline; strong demand in Irish market.
1.0 TSI engines prone to carbon build-up on intake valves, especially with frequent short trips; inspect for rough idle and power loss at viewing.
Early turbocharger bearing wear reported on 2016–2018 1.0 TSI units — listen for blue smoke or rattling on cold start; full service history essential.
DSG automatic gearbox (if fitted) may judder at low speeds or creep hesitantly in traffic; test drive in stop-start conditions before committing.
Request full service records and confirm last major carbon clean or intake valve inspection; prioritise petrol engines with documented highway mileage over city-driven examples.

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Analysis & Insights

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Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

195 bhp

Torque

310 Nm

229 lb·ft

0–62 mph

7.45s

146 mph top

Engine

1.0L

1000 cc

Boot space

590L

1580L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

49 mpg

5.9 L/100km

Urban

38.65 mpg

Extra urban

58.55 mpg

CO₂

115 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

50L

Dimensions

Length

4.68m

4680 mm

Width

1.81m

Height

1.46m

Wheelbase

2.68m

Kerb weight

1,288 kg

1,884 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

5/5 overall

Insurance

Group 29E

Warranty

3 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Skoda Octavia 2018

Reliability

4/5

The 2018 Skoda Octavia petrol is a dependable, well-engineered family car with strong build quality and straightforward mechanics. It offers excellent value for money and low running costs compared to diesel rivals, though the 1.0 TSI engine has seen some early turbo issues in certain batches. Ownership is generally trouble-free with sensible servicing.

Known issues

1.0 TSI engine carbon build-up on intake valves causing rough idle and loss of power; more common if regularly short-tripped
Early turbocharger bearing wear on 1.0 TSI (2016–2018 build) leading to turbo failure and blue smoke; affects small percentage of vehicles
DSG automatic gearbox (if equipped) occasional judder on low-speed manoeuvres and creeping issues in traffic
Water ingress into door seals and window regulators, particularly on earlier 2018 builds
Timing chain rattle on cold start (1.5 TSI) in first 10,000 miles; usually self-resolves
Cracked engine covers under bonnet due to heat stress (cosmetic but indicates underdash temperature issues)

Good for

Spacious, practical interior with excellent boot space for family use
Robust petrol engines (1.0 and 1.5 TSI) with proven reliability when serviced on schedule
Low fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions relative to petrol equivalents; real-world 45–50 mpg achievable
Parts availability and affordable independent servicing costs; simple engine bay design

Years to avoid: 2016, 2017

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