SKODA arrived last year with the Octavia in a multitude of variations, one of which is the 4x4 Wagon. The mid-size Euro wagon shares much with the Volkswagen family, including its Golf drivetrain, but is the only Volkswagen Group passenger car available here in diesel all-wheel drive wagon configuration. It provides a value alternative to the mainstream and is worth a look from those who need all-wheel grip and diesel economy, but don’t need the height and bulk of an SUV.