The Skoda Octavia is the best all-round choice for a long UK commute because it is comfortable, economical and spacious. Diesel suits high motorway mileage, hybrids work well in traffic, and electric cars make most sense with reliable home charging. Even so, the Octavia offers the space and comfort of a larger car without the same running costs. The rear-wheel-drive model offers up to 332 miles of official range, giving most drivers enough capacity for several days of normal commuting. The four-wheel-drive model adds traction, although it is less economical and may offer little everyday benefit for most UK drivers.