Long journeys

[baldvinl]

Has anyone made a really long journey in the new Octavia?

And by long I mean sit for about 6-8 hours straight.

Was there any discomfort? I currently have a 2011 VW Polo TDI and I always need to get up and move around every 3 or so hours or have major back pains.

[mr rooney]

I make 640 mile trips in this seat (10-11 hrs) with ferry crossing (2hrs) with no problems at all but I do need a foam pad added to stop bum ache lol!

[Matt Pez]

I make 640 mile trips in this seat (10-11 hrs) with ferry crossing (2hrs) with no problems at all but I do need a foam pad added to stop bum ache lol!

Have you tried removing the pussy, might not need the foam pad then!

[jbconno]

Will you be able to drive it that length of time without stopping to refuel due to its tiny tank ? ;-)

[Harkonnen]

Will you be able to drive it that length of time without stopping to refuel due to its tiny tank ? ;-)

The length is only in time so if you are an eco driver you will do better than that. I expect with an economic drive to reach 9-10 hours until refuel with a 1.4 TSI petrol (maximum I would say).

With a 1.6 TDI you should be able to go and return with the same tank (a simple expectation based on the consumption advertised)

The Elegance version here has lumbar support which will make the difference on long trips.

Edited 18 June, 2013 by Harkonnen

[Pumatron]

I have had a four hour journey non stop with no discomfort, varied roads and with the sports suspension. I found it a comfortable car.

[baldvinl]

Will you be able to drive it that length of time without stopping to refuel due to its tiny tank ? ;-)

I was driving mainly around town but it has a 45 l tank so it can go 700+ km

[baldvinl]

I'm thinking about buying the 1.6 TDI Ambition hatchback manual or the Golf 1.6 TDI Comfortline manual, most likely the Octavia as it is bigger

[devonutopia]

I would say for your own sanity that 6 to 8 hours straight in any vehicle isn't recommended. Not stopping for wee stops suggests probably not taking on water, and at least for me, I find I need to fairly regularly take a glug of water whilst driving. Does tend to mean a stop at a services at least every 3 hours or so though (which is a good time for a little rest, walk, etc to flex the back/knees, etc)

[Anddenton]

I would say for your own sanity that 6 to 8 hours straight in any vehicle isn't recommended. Not stopping for wee stops suggests probably not taking on water, and at least for me, I find I need to fairly regularly take a glug of water whilst driving. Does tend to mean a stop at a services at least every 3 hours or so though (which is a good time for a little rest, walk, etc to flex the back/knees, etc)

Once I hit the road I hate stopping before I reach my destination. Strangely though with a 4 year old and a 7 year old it always seems to be the wife that demands the first comfort stop! And she doesn't appreciate being told to go before setting off.

[LeeHarrison]

Will be heading down to Cornwall on Monday for a week with the family. Not that I'm going to do the whole stint in one go but will definately report back on the loooooong journey.

Did have a nasty journey back home on Friday, grid lock on the M11 and that was around 2 hours of creeping traffic and no discomfort to report, other than drinking my nightly drink within 10 minutes of being on the road and not having nothing else until I got home.

[albors]

I would say for your own sanity that 6 to 8 hours straight in any vehicle isn't recommended. Not stopping for wee stops suggests probably not taking on water, and at least for me, I find I need to fairly regularly take a glug of water whilst driving. Does tend to mean a stop at a services at least every 3 hours or so though (which is a good time for a little rest, walk, etc to flex the back/knees, etc)

I agree, it's good for both your health (specially your back) and your safety.

[Yeti_Man]

I'm also interested in what its like as a long distance cruiser. I'll usually do around 5 - 6,000 miles abroad each year and that usually includes a 14 hour drive at either end of the journey. In that time I'll make sure I have at least four stops, more likely five.