Expatman

I have had 2 Yeti’s, both 1.2 Tsi DSG’s. First bought in 2012 and second in 2017 when I knew they were being discontinued and couldn’t find anything I wanted to replace the Yeti with. The latest 4 cylinder 1.2 engine - I assume you are looking at a fairly recent model - is excellent, smooth, powerful, quiet and economical, I am getting a true 44+ MPG since new. The DSG on my 2017 Yeti is much smoother than on my 2012 car - particularly noticeable when quickly entering roundabouts for instance - but I suppose that is to be expected as it had a further 5 years technical development. I like automatics but if you prefer manual gear changing then the manual gearbox is reputed to be excellent. Though why anyone would want a manual transmission with our congested roads is beyond me, clutch-in clutch-out, clutch-in clutch-out ad infinitum -Why! If you can find one I suggest you look for an SEL Drive model - the run out Drive models had a host of useful extras - heated windscreen etc. I changed from a 2 litre diesel to the 1.2 Yeti in 2012 and didn’t miss the diesel power at all - the 1.2 petrol is so much quieter and smoother than a diesel - and unless you are planning to tow or fill the car with heavy passengers and luggage regularly then the 1.2 will be perfect for you. Incidentally I got the car with 16” wheels which provide a smoother drive and have since fitted it with Goodyear Vector All season tyres which are much quieter than the original tyres and being All Season tyres provide an extra degree of security in colder seasons.

You’re right, but car dealers don’t make a fortune on new car sales. It’s the extras and financing where the money is and that’s why in many cases it is now more expensive to buy a car with cash than on a PCP deal. I was pointing out that the cost of the service will have been built in at some point of your deal, perhaps not as much as you would have to pay for the work, but certainly something. As my Yorkshire father-in-law used to tell me “you don’t get owt for nowt lad - not in this life”.

Anyone tried the new Ford Puma? I have seen a couple on the road and they look about the right size and have had glowing reviews - particularly their small hybrid engine system. However, like Stubold, I would want an auto and the auto on the Puma is only available with a non hybrid assist standard engine which loses the performance and frugality of the hybrid assist engine. Not sure why Ford have fitted an “old” spec engine to the auto version?

Yes, a bit pricy but not too much more than a well specd Kamiq SEL. I think it's a bit too big for me but I read in today's AutoExpress that Volvo is likely to replace the V40 with a smaller SUV to slot under the XC40. Now that might be worth waiting for.

I'm not sure if I want to be senior member of anything now! Reminds me of my advancing years. Makes you think that all of us left here are grumpy old gits, like Paul52, and revel in mean habits and extravagances like 2 candles. However, I did trade in my 2012 Yeti for a new Yeti when I heard they were stopping production and I couldn’t see anything better to replace it with, hence my 2017 Yeti SEL Drive. Since then I have been half looking to see what else is available and so far haven’t found anything worth considering which would improve on the Yeti’s features and abilities. Flirted with Kia Niro’s etc. but just didn’t get the feeling, same with Kamiq - really nice in some ways but driving position is poor and spec’d up to my Yeti’s standards is ridiculously expensive. I suppose the new Ford Puma might be worth a look but not yet for a few years.

They have to make a profit from the deal and will be well aware of any impending costs which will have to be factored in somewhere in the deal.

If you get rid of it now the cost of the service/timing belt will be built into the price you will get anyway.

If you're buying used with a sunroof then you are knowingly taking a risk of leaks. The only question then is - are you feeling lucky - well are you?

Has any owner measured the drivers seat height compared to the original Yeti? Couple of road tests mentioned that the drivers seat height was low and the driver didn’t get the raised height that many SUV/Crossover owners prefer. One indicated that of the three VAG small crossovers - VW T-Cross, Seat Arona and Skoda Kamiq - that only the T-Cross had a properly elevated driving height while the Arona and Kamiq were more tall hatchback rather than SUV/Crossover. All other aspects of reviews were excellent so wondered how owners compared driving height with other small crossovers?