What is life like with your car? Let us know and win £500 in John Lewis vouchers | No thanks
Will the Skoda Octavia Estate diesel be suitable for my seven-mile daily commute?
I’m interested in purchasing a new Skoda Octavia Estate with the 1.6 CR diesel engine, but I'm concerned whether my daily drive to work is suited to a DPF. One way, my journey is rural and about seven miles, but only one mile of this is at the national speed limit (the rest is 30 and 40 limits). Is there enough opportunity for the DPF to regenerate in this time, or would I be better off getting the 1.4 TSI petrol engine (or perhaps go for a newly new Octavia with the 1.9 PD diesel engine without a DPF)? I should note that there are opportunities for longer and faster journeys at weekends.
Asked on 26 May 2010 by smg0508
Answered by
Dan Harrison
It sounds as though your journeys may not be suited to an an engine with a DPF. We've got an entire section on diesel particulate filters here: www.honestjohn.co.uk/faq/diesel-particulate-filters
Our Fuel Cost Calculator shows you which will be the best choice for you.
Compare the running costs of petrol, diesel and electric cars to make the right choice for you.
Similar questions
At present, I own a 2015 Renault Captur 1.5 dCi. I use it for short runs around town, with the occasional 50/75 mile trip. My son tells me I would be better with a petrol Captur. Do you agree with him?
We will be looking for a family SUV around April/May and can spend up to £12,000. Will prices come down after the new reg in March? Also, with the crackdown on diesel, should we be looking at petrol? Our...
It is now time to change from my nine-year old BMW 525 diesel. I am retired and do about 4000 miles per year. I do lots of short journeys of around seven miles, with very occasional longer trips. The dealer...
Related models
Well thought of by owners. Huge boot. Spacious and comfortable cabin. Reasonable to drive. Efficient Greenline TDI models.
.jpg)
