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Hi Theo, that’s interesting, how did you find the Kodiaq compared to the Sportage? I started this topic as my lease was coming to the end and wasn’t sure what to get next, we’re really pleased with the SEL I have, but wanted a change and had to be slightly smaller (tight driveway) but big enough and comfortable for two people plus two smallish dogs in the boot.

Yes Indeed, I knew this but the Kia salesman volunteered the info that the infortainment was only covered for 3 years. Also don’t assume that just because a car at a dealership is advertised on the manufacturer’s used car website as having a manufacturer warranty that it is. Looked at one car that had a Halfords first service and the second service hadn’t been done and was way overdue but salesman assured me it had the remaining manufacturer’s warranty………..

I finally decided on a nearly new Sportage gt-line s petrol auto awd. Was tempted by another lease on a Kodiaq Sportline or a new hybrid Sportage but couldn’t justify the financial commitment for the next few years because of the current omni shambles we’re experiencing with inflation, pensions, energy costs and whatever else the government decides to impose to reach net zero before the rest of the world. Not quite as refined and spacious as the Kodiaq but drives well, has an amazing amount of standard kit, tech and gadgets plus the reminder of the Kia 7 year warranty. The 7 year warranty was the clincher in not getting another Skoda as wanted the reassurance of no big bills if I keep the car for a few years. I’ve been driving Skodas off and on (mostly on) since I bought a 1 year old T reg diesel Octavia many moons ago

I’ve looked very closely at my windscreen and can’t see any wires, just looks like clear glass.

Good points about the 5008. Rapidly going up my must haves is a heated windscreen . Absolutely essential this weather if you park outside!

Nah, still pontificating/ ruminating about it. Narrowed it down I to a Skodiaq sportline or KIA Sportage

Yes and yes, costs about twice as much to lease. Tell’s you a lot about depreciation on executive brands. btw a fantastic site to compare dimensions of vehicles you may be interested in, especially if you’ve got a small driveway or garage. https://www.automobiledimension.com/car-comparison.php

Surely the dealer and Skoda should bite the bullet and replace unless there’s a software or firmware update in the offing. If they don’t ‘believe’ you video or take pictures of the fault.

Your earlier post about getting a Sportline might very well be the answer but I do need to test out the new Kia Sportage and Hyundai Tucson.

You do make a compelling argument, a new revised Sportline would fit the bill. 👍😃

Starting to think about what to replace mine with as the lease is up in March. really love the car, hasn’t missed a beat, comfortable, refined with a boot space ideal for dog crates, settees, wood, etc etc. Only must haves are auto, massive boot, (not fussed about rear passenger space), cloth seats if possible and not any bigger than the Kodiaq. I should get the same but don’t like getting the same car twice. Also not sure I can now get a decent spec with cloth seats as the SE L I think now has leather as standard. I’ve been thinking about a Karoq or a Kia Sportage or Hyundai equivalent or even a XC60.

How easy is it to strip the key down?

So I think you need to limit yourself to cloth seated SUV’s that are on motability. I don’t think Motability would be too pleased if you handed back the car sans leather seats. Not sure your analogy with being left handed is correct it’s more in line with having arachnophobia - the irrational fear of spiders. I’m reminded of Chuck McGill from Better Call Saul.

Agreed I don’t like leather seats either. Too cold in winter, too hot in summer. If cloth seats were a must have, I’d make sure I ordered a car without them, and not think about retro fitting after I’d placed the order…………

If I were you I’d cancel your order and buy a car without leather seats as standard.