Spaldi01

Haven't noticed the turbo at all unless the window is open

My wife has a 1.4tdi fabia estate with 120K which is used for business. It has a very hard life but is regularly serviced and had the timing belt replaced twice. It has never put a foot wrong and we are reluctant to replace it but am worried about reliability. As it's worth so little now we're tempted to run it for longer and enjoy some very cheap motoring but don't want the hassle of a catastrophic failure. I'd be interested in any advice

The best deals seem to be leasing Yetis and Superbs at the moment. You will probably be able to beat that Simpson deal if you shop around. Simpsons don't deliver which is difficult if you don't live near them. Although they are meant to be a great dealer. It will be a lot more car than the citigo, I'd go for it. At the moment I think PCP is risky with a yeti because it will probably be replaced when you are looking to change so it's residual will be hit. Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

That's ridiculous syncing contacts should be easy. If the dealer can't do it then there must be a fault which the should fix. It could be your phone but I doubt it. I've just looked at my phones a oneplus 2 which will be similar to yours and I can't see any options which will stop it. I can't believe the dealer sent you on your way without resolving the issue. Anyway I believe my contacts have synced because names display and I can voice dial via the steering wheel but I still may have the same problem as you. What do you do which shows contacts are not synced Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

My A3 did my yeti doesn't but I wish it did Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

Maybe lots of diesels in Europe because nobody's buying any in the US. Strange though, I thought demand for petrol wold be strong Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

If they removed the oil with a vacuum line then the won't need to replace the sump plug. I'd have thought a big garage would drain the oil via the sump for speed. Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

I'd take that 20k service interval with a pinch of salt. Mine works out at 13k. Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

I ordered my 1.4 yesterday I was warned that there are big delays due to high demand. No delivery date yet Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

I agree about the quality of new cars and their reliability and the driveability if diesels, but with everyone who experiences a failure posting online I suspect that diesels may appear to be less reliable and desirable because of the emissions systems. Its not all great for petrol cars because with direct injection they seem to be suffering from carbon build up. For most drivers (who don't tow caravans)as soon as the economy advantages of diesel are overtaken by; servicing, warranty, depreciation and purchase costs they will buy a petrol Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

My wife has a diesel 1.4 fabia and the yeti has better ride and handling. The 1.2 is great below 60 but I suspect your fabia may feel more sporty. Given the choice I'd always drive the Yeti. For your driving mix I think it will be great because I suspect handling is more important than power Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

Sorry it just went off in my hand. I wonder if we have seen the end of the popularity of diesels in cars. When we start hearing of add blue failures it's going to be one more thing putting diesel buyers off Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

I wonder if we have seen the last Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

I still think the Mazda has a clutch connecting the axles. Its just operated electromechanicaly and is always sending someone power to the rear wheels. I'm not sure if it can send all power to the rear like the haldex can Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

Sounds like a proper producer worth paying for. If your not going to wax your car Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

Great job. This is the solution Skoda should have done . Guess you need to inform your insurance company however Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

Times are hard in the north of England I prefer to wash mine with a bucket and sponge although some appear to be having more fun than me Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

I like the new sportage and would consider a Honda asx but looking at lease deals in my situation I can get a higher spec Yeti for less and I still like the looks. I'd be very interested in how you find the kia compares. Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

My dsg doesn't labour or judder. Can't fault it. It sounds like something is wrong. Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

My last car had 120K on a six speed gearbox over 8 years and had no problems when I sold it. My current 2 year old 1.2 Yeti has about 26K on it and as expected is problem free. I would not worry about it I'm currently looking at changing to a 1.4 yeti and will really miss having a DSG. If you are worried get a warranty from an after market company

Totally agree. The dealer experience leaves me cold but necessary to keep the car firmly under warranty Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

Good advice however when I replaced mine I just screwed it off and no oil leaked. I will do it better next time however Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

My in-laws have the service plan and it includes a monthly wash fluid top up and tyre pressure check. OK if you have time to visit the dealer once a month Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk

I know I should check my oil regularly but living on a hill makes it difficult. I would prefer a display which shows the oil level like my old peugeot did

I find my 1.2 fine fully loaded at motorway speeds and on steep hills. Its not an engine which particularly likes to rev so I drive it more like a diesel keeping it below 4k. I chose this engine reluctantly but have become a bit of a fan and would consider another. Sent from my ONE A2003 using Tapatalk