So. My good friend works at skoda and said he can get me a great deal on an enyaq in SE L trim. This is a car that i have been obsessed with ever since i had a go in one a few years back. Really really love the car and really really want it however, i do not have a driveway and will have to rely on public facilities. The deal is basically £2k deposit and £420 a month for 4 years with a balloon payment at the end of £17500 should i want to keep it or just swap for a new one but if i do that then any mileage difference i will have to cover which is not the end of the world. To be honest i reckon i will just keep it as i like to hold on to cars. This will be my first brand new car after many years of used car chaos. Not all bad but for the majority, only maybe 2 out of 10 used buys have been bulletproof reliable.

What do you guys think??? I really want it but am worried about charging.

I will at some point be moving bouse and hopefully will have a driveway and will immediately install a home charger l. I could technically install one now but will have to safely lay the cables across the pavement with good signage and ramps for prams, wheel chairs and blind people.

My neighbour has a home charger and said that i can use his sometimes also.

What would you guys doo😵‍💫😬🤪

I have been exploring cars around 10 Lakhs and recently stumbled upon Skoda Kylaq and did not waste any time to check it out with an exceptionally exciting and smooth test ride. I have been considering Kylaq Classic + MT as my transmission preference is Manual. Dealer has quoted it to be around 9.3 Lakhs on road with some minor discounts and offers. I have couple of barriers with this car such as

1. Car’s fuel efficiency in traffic/city as people stating jt to be in single digits in some cases while average being around 12-13
2. Maintenance cost since it’s a Skoda machine will be on the higher side as compared to the competition
3. AC concerns as many people are pointing it out or asking to check whether it’s good before purchase
4. Compromises that comes with it as compared to the competition - infotainment screen/system, no alloy wheels, no type C/ Usb charger, no rear AC vents, horn quality & long clutch play.

I sure could use some help or suggestions with respect to above points. Otherwise it’s a beautiful powerhouse in this segment and absolutely loved the test ride.

FYI - other options I am exploring in similar budget :
Suzuki Fronx Delta plus (9.3 L on road)
Hyundai Exter HX6/HX8 (8.8/9.3 L on road)
Toyota Urban cruiser Taisor S+(9.8-10 L on road)

I have just placed a factory order for a new 1.5 Skoda Scala in a manual but have read about problems with kangarooing when changing gears on the older models, have Skoda fixed this with the Scala’s in 2026?

Hey everyone,

I’m looking to buy a used 2020 Škoda Superb iV (the 1.4 TSI plug-in hybrid).

I'm not a mechanic, so I’m a bit nervous about all the tech in a hybrid—especially buying one out of warranty.

The car has about 123,000 km on the clock.

I’ve done a bit of reading, and I know:

The DSG gearbox fluid needs to be changed every 60,000 km (I’ll definitely check the service book for this).

It’s important to test if the transition from electric to the petrol engine is smooth

Is this model generally reliable, or is it a money pit as it gets older ?

How is the hybrid battery holding up on 2020 models? Has anyone noticed a big loss in electric range?

Are there any hidden issues or red flags I should look/listen for when I go test drive it?

Any real-world advice or tips for a non-techy buyer would be awesome. Thanks!

Hi everyone, I’m writing because for a couple of months now I’ve had a Skoda Kodiaq 1.5 IV PHEV (I believe that’s the model). I’m very happy with it, really satisfied with the car overall, but I’m struggling to figure out how to limit the electric mode when driving on the highway.

If I select Hybrid mode, the battery still depletes even when I’m running on the combustion engine. Isn’t there a “battery hold” mode? I tried protecting the battery by setting the minimum charge level I want it to maintain using “manual battery management,” but it still loses a few percentage points of charge regardless. Has anyone found a function or workaround for this issue?

Thanks!

Hey guys,

New to the sub and joined the skoda club, bought my car a week ago and love it! Yesterday I went into the shop and when I came back the car lit up with errors. Wouldnt allow me to start the car, wouldnt even crank. Errors were adaptvie headlights error, stablisation error, tyre pressure error.

Called AA and they checked all fuses, working fine. Ran a diagnostic and found the engine ECU wasnt even being detected. So he disconnected and reconnected the ECU and the car started perfectly, no more errors and diagnostic all green and good to go.

Im wondering why this would happen and what I should do.

AA said it could just be a freak incident and be all good.

Anyone with experience with something similar able to give advice/suggestions. Prices to fix if needed, home remedies etc.

Thanks in advance

Doresc sa schimb difuzoarele pe fata (wofere si tweetere) la o skoda octavia 4 2020. Problema sate ca boxele noi comandate sunt cu crossover si trebuie montat in habitaclu. A montat cineva si stie cum pit ajunge la cablajul unde sa montez? Si din unitatea centrala pleaca doua seturi de cabluri separate pentru wofer si tweeter sau doar un singur set care se bifurca pe parcurs si imparte semnalul?

Hi all just bought a 2011 octavia vrs estate with 18" alloys, looking at getting winter wheels a guy local has 225/45/r18 alloys with winters on it for a really decent price, just wondering if anyone has put 45's on instead of the usual 225/40/r18 that is with the car and if there is a big issue with fitment and spacing in the wheel arch with the larger tyre

Thanks

Hi everyone,

In about two weeks, I will be picking up a new Skoda Octavia 1.5 eTSI (115 HP, Drive/Essence trim). I am based in Poland.

Since this is my first time buying a brand-new car directly from a dealership, I want to make sure I handle the delivery process correctly and don't miss anything important before signing the final paperwork.

Could you share some advice on what I should pay attention to during the handover?

Specifically:

- Are there any known issues with the current Octavia generation or this specific engine (1.5 eTSI) that I can check right away?

- What should I look for regarding the paintwork, panel gaps, or interior assembly?

- Should I ask the dealer to check or update specific software versions for the infotainment system?

- What standard items or accessories should I verify are in the car (e.g., mats, emergency kit, umbrella, specific cables)?

If anyone has a reliable checklist for picking up a new car, I would appreciate it.

Thanks for your help.