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As stated in my previous post, mine started like that, but got worse. It was at the point when I was at a petrol station with a quarter tank left, and unable to open it. I am a retired aircraft engineer and tried bangs, taps , gentle pressure, strong pressure, at all angles, strong language even, all to no avail. Fine now after garage filed down the lugs, obviously a common fault, they knew what to do. Never had this on any of my other Skodas.

I had this problem last week, intermittently at first, then it would not open at all. Took it back to Mitchell’s, they fixed it quite quickly, told me there are two prongs somewhere that needed adjusting/filing down, I haven’t looked for them, maybe it’s a problem they knew about. Works fine now.

Agreed, all my Roomsters, Yetis etc., had the pillar button, very simple and convenient for dog owners, I believe pressing the lock button twice in succession has the same effect, but not tried it yet.

Very interesting, confirms what I suspected! With all the strict tyre safety regulations about mixing tyres, tread depths etc., it makes one wonder how they became legal, having what is basically a motorcycle tyre on one wheel, after all 50mph is not exactly slow.

True, point taken. But in my case regular journeys from North Wales to Cardiff at weekends, returning usually Sunday evening, could mean being 150 miles from home, with dogs and passenger, and traversing the winding ,hilly roads through central Wales on a skinny tyre at 50 mph. I’ve often wondered what it’s like on wet winding roads with a skinny tyre on the front, don’t particularly want to try it. Of course old fogeys like me grew up when all cars had full size spare wheels, just peace of mind I suppose......

I went through the spare wheel saga with my previous 1.0L Karoq. At one stage it was possible when factory ordering to specify a ‘full size spare wheel’ for £250, which was an actual alloy wheel, but only as factory order at the time. This option has now disappeared. I later ordered the ‘temporary steel spare wheel for £150, is 215/60 R16, and came with polystyrene boxes and central support, which raises the boot floor to almost door level. I now have this kit in my 1.5 SE DSG, I have measured the overall size of the 215/60 R16, and it is virtually the same size overall to within a couple of millimetres of the diameter of the 215/50 R18 of my car. So I imagine a full size alloy spare would fit in the same place. The polystyrene raised surrounds are apparently available to order separately, and you would need a longer centre spindle, which supports the centre of the boot floor, if you go back over the previous spare wheel postings over the months , they have become separated under different headings, the part numbers are there and numerous pictures. Also if you download the Accessories brochure from the website, it shows a picture of a ‘Spare Wheel Kit’ for £250, but no mention of size.

Just noticed that Michelin X Climates are now available from Mytyres and BlackCircles in 215/50 R18 size, to fit my Karoq, but soon lost interest when I saw the ‘inflated ‘price of around £260 each, fitted I think.

My Karoq 1.5 has the temporary steel space saver 215/60 R16, I transferred it over from my previous Karoq. It raises the boot floor almost to sill level, and comes with polystyrene storage boxes for the boot floor to rest on. I think the kit must come with a new boot floor, because it has opening flaps each side to access the storage compartments, and a longer centre spindle to secure the wheel. I bought what was then called (incorrectly) a full size spare wheel kit for my Yeti, which was also 215/60 R16, and that came with a new boot floor. Whether you can still get the complete Kit now for the Karoq I don’t know, but you would need a new boot floor I suspect. Incidentally, I did measure the 215/60/16 diameter and it is virtually the same diameter as my 18 inch tyres the car came with due to the 60 profile I think.

There was a statement on the Skoda Karoq website a while ago stating that all FACTORY orders from July 2019 would be 2020 spec. The current brochure pictures on their website show the 2020 model with the new boot badging. It depends where your supplier is getting their cars from, there may be 2019 spec models still around unsold, or if yours is actually going to be a factory order. It may be wise to clarify it with them.

If you look in the Karoq forum you will see many postings about the 1.5 and it’s software problems, and cases where cars have been rejected by purchasers. It may just be that because of the bad publicity re. The 1.5 the dealer has a problem selling it, who knows. What I do know is the 1.0L is a brilliant engine, very pleased with ours, and never heard of any problems with it.

You have a dilemma! The expression ‘if something seems too good to be true it probably is...’ springs to mind. I am biased in that I am a fan of the 1.0 L engine, and know nothing of the 1.5L, except for the numerous postings on here about it’s problems. As yours is nearly ready I myself would tend to be cautious.

I have had three 1.2 DSG Yetis since 2010, and loved them all, and was sad when they stopped making them. However, while my last Yeti was in for servicing I went for a test drive in a 2018 1.0 DSG Karoq just to pass the time, and was very surprised. The first thing I noticed was the reduction in wind noise due to the shape, and the 1.0L engine really surprised me in it’s quietness and flexibility, felt nippier than the Yeti 1.2 and the general ride was more comfortable and relaxing. I was so impressed I ended up buying the car, and have not been disappointed since. Unfortunately Skoda UK no longer list the 1.0 DSG as an option, can’t imagine why, as they go very well together. I haven’t checked the fuel consumption accurately, but it seems better than the Yeti and usually shows a reading in the mid forties average over a wide range of usage, no high speed travel on motorways and generally fairly normal local motoring within a 30 mile radius only. Totally reliable so far, engine never missed a beat, and being the Technology version has all the gadgets we personally need.

Our 1.0 DSG has never missed a beat, great combination in the Karoq, shame Skoda UK are not selling it in UK any more, don’t know if it’s still available in other countries in 2020 spec.

I agree, my wife loves our 1.0l DSG, doesn’t feel at all underpowered, very smooth and economical, has all the performance we need for our mostly local trips with 2 dogs, and doesn’t feel slow on the motorway. We loved our 1.2 DSG Yeti, but find the Karoq slightly nippier and more roomy. Maybe they were not selling, I don’t know, but it is a shame.

Makes one wonder if this is Skoda UK’s answer to the kangarooing 1.5 manuals, don’t sell them, or if it’s a VAG wide decision, I am surprised though, not everyone necessarily wants a DSG.

Thanks CJJE, no 1.0 L DSG anymore as feared.

There was a post recently from Petroldsg, who had been in touch with Skoda UK about 2020 model changes and options. They have given 20th August as the date the UK configurator will be updated to 2020 spec, I myself am waiting to see what engine options will be on it, and whether the 1.0 L DSG will be continued.

Thanks for that info, I’ll just have to sit and wait until 20th to see what is actually happening about the 1.0 L models. As I think I mentioned before, the 1.0 L DSG is still on the 2019 configurator but with a little asterisk, which means stock items only, but there is no current UK stock according to dealers who have asked Skoda. At least we now have a date when all will be revealed.

I bought my first Yeti in 2010, since had 2 more, and loved them all. I didn’t think I would like the Karoq as much, looked the same as lots of other cars,etc., but am now very pleased with it after a few thousand miles. The first thing that struck me was less wind noise on the motorway due to it’s shape, and the 1.0 L engine very responsive and slightly more nippy than my 1.2 Yeti, which surprised me. All round it feels very good, pleasant and quiet to drive, can’t really fault it, and don’t regret buying it. Sadly, I’ve been told by 2 dealers the 1.0 won’t be available to order in 2020 spec, but nobody really knows for sure until it is released, but they can’t order a 1.0 DSG at present, I’ve tried.

Thanks 1982, been away, just saw your reply. I did wonder where it came from! Having had 2 Roomsters and 3 Yetis over the years, I have come across situations like this before, where other countries have had options that Skoda UK didn’t, or vice versa. i love the 1.0 L engine in my Karoq, especially with DSG, but although it is on the configurator you cannot order one with DSG any more, and dealers don’t know why, or if it will come back on the 2020 spec, or even if the 1.0 is being dropped in the Karoq altogether. It just makes me wary of factory ordering a new spec car until I’ve seen what is available in print. just have to wait and see........

I have the same problem, want to order a Karoq. There is some small print at the bottom of one of the web pages, Possibly the configurator section, which says all factory orders from June will be 2020 spec. Been to two dealers, nobody knows what the 2020 spec is yet! Auto Express know more about it, there was an article about a facelift for 2020 a few weeks ago for Karoq & Kodiaq, it’s still on their website, they mention changes to the rear badging, a new Diesel engine, and Kessy changes, how many more changes there are who knows!! The £1 k special offer seems to be stock vehicles only, so they are trying to get rid of 2019 stock before the facelift obviously. Very frustrating, I want to place an order which will involve factory options, with an estimated 4 month wait, but there may be other items I may want to order, but I can’t see the spec.. to decide. I haven’t bothered asking Skoda UK, from experience I find that they can never give you a simple answer to a simple question, such as when is the 2020 spec going to be on their website, and how much is changing on the facelift, which only Auto Express seem to know about.

On my Yeti I had a Brodit pro-clip centre mount I think it was called, slotted into the joints around the centre vents. No pics, but if you look on Brodit Uk web site there are some I believe. They do various fittings, not the cheapest but well made, I was pleased with it.

Thanks Neil, that looks just the job, I know exactly what to do now, having the part numbers is a big help. Cheers, Tony

Some years ago I had a Golf Plus that I bought a full size spare wheel kit for, and it came with a centre plastic spindle that was also available separately, with what looks like the same type of fitting at the base as the Karoq, I remember at the time it was available in different lengths, maybe there is a VW one that suits what you need.

Ah, thank you Panther, I remember seeing it now. I was really looking to fit a full size spare, like the one shown on the configurator, but according to my dealers computer that is only available as a factory fit when the vehicle is ordered, and mine is an ex-demo. Thanks for the info though, I may end up doing the same.