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Hi. This is just my opinion, so I'm sure that not everyone will agree. I only ever used to drive manual cars, however, my last 3 have all been VAG DSG Skoda 6 Speed. I've always been concerned about DSG Longevity, but fortunately I've had no issues to justify this. (to date). Seeing that the car which you're considering has had a lifelong Skoda history (6 DSG Oil Change Services, or thereabouts?). 250,000km = 155,000 miles... Personally that wouldn't be a problem for me at all. Hope this helps.

Just Wow! Nobody could accuse these mods of being anything short of Comprehensive. Fantastic work, and a really riveting set of write-ups. Great Job so far!

Hi cmw1965. I've decided to repsond to you quicker than the 3+ Months it took to get your last reply 🙂 I rack up miles like there was no tomorrow, generally 700 to 1000 miles per week, and In my opinion (Which I'm sure is shared with many others on this forum), The VAG TDis to tend to be pretty robust. I'm on my 7th Skoda TDi, and 4 of those have passed 130K like it was nothing. I guess it'll be down to regular servicing, regular lengthy drives, Timing belt/Waterpump changes (Which you've done recently anyway), plus DSG Fluid changes also. Just in the way of a nosey question. if you don't mind... How much did your Timing belt and Waterpump replacement cost? (feel free to PM me if your not happy posting it here). Thanks and happy motoring.

So for reference. I tend not to go below 75miles remaining, 40 minimum Unless I'm trying to prove a point with 'Brim to empty' Range. My receipts generally show 64-66 Litres on a Fill-up. (I'm assuming that mine is a 70 Litre Fuel Tank).

Your figures from a 190TDi are absolutely phenomenal! I Managed to squeeze 880 out of my 190TDi DSG, also in August.. (Range showed 15 miles left). I'd be interested to know what your winter figures look like? Mine tend to a be Night and day difference with the winter mix of fuel and colder weather. The combination of these 2 factors scrubs 100 miles off that range, for me at least.

So as per the OP's original question From Gammyleg's extensive data, it looks like the Superb 3 will at least equal the Golf 3's economy: Very credible performance for such an enormous car! This might seem like a silly question OP, but have you also considered an Octavia 3 1.6/Greenline? it's in-keeping yet bigger than the equivalent Golf and should be great on Fuel too.. FWIW I used to see 630+ miles easily from my old 2013 Octavia 3 1.6 Non-Greenline, and that car was fitted with the not so nice 5 speed manual gearbox. I think the 110bhp 1.6Tdi might be slightly more economical than the older 105bhp Tdi, which is what mine was...

Hi. Whilst the CO2 statement is true you really need to look to the N2O Figures to get the true pollution picture. Diesels really are the Devil's work when it comes to the amount of N2O which they emit into the atmosphere. HTH

Thanks chriset. There was me thinking it was just a problem with my, now old 2016 Superb 3, but I'm happy? Disappointed? to hear that its a widespread problem. I have begun to rely on this function for my long daily commutes, so I do hope that it is reinstated as soon as possible. I'll keep watching this space.

Now there's a thing... I now consider myself truly humbled. Thanks and Apologies to the OP..😟

I make you right. They certainly look like Thermistos, and the Part Number seems to agree... 3T (Superb MK2)0601025H. I think the OP may have picked up that 'Luxon' description from wrongly posted info on the Net, or something similar - easily done.

Thanks for the further advice nta16: I'm going to do exactly as you've suggested. I couldn't agree with this comment more... "The VWSkoda digital service record seems a ridiculously run system to me" Will report back on here.

Thanks nta16. After reading what you written I now dont know what to ask Skoda UK? I guess I'll start with asking for a detailed breakdown of every service & see where that gets me.

Great thread. Yet another added about this same repeat topic, which has many people feeling hot under the collar... I'm in the same position, and having followed the same path as @Blue55 I find it infuriating that you cannot gain access to information which is 'Technically' yours. I actually started on the process prior to buying my current car which was advertised (Private Seller), as having 'Full Dealer Service History'. The previous owner couldn't provide this information so I did loads of legwork myself pre-purchase in exchange for a lump of money off for my efforts. I didn't get everything that I wanted, but I did get enough to satisfy my curiosity before buying the car that it wasn't a crashed, clocked, un-serviced lemon. Here's my story: Chased up the Supplying Dealership with Phone calls: No response or return of calls. Chased up the supplying Dealership with an Online email Enquiry form: Guess what? No response. Went in to my Local Skoda Dealership in East London. just like with you, they would only provide me with the printout of dates: 'Service History Certificate' It's my understanding that the form shown in the pic above is called the Complete Record Report which breaks down the work carried out and parts used on those garage events? I can't see the title for obvious reasons, but if I got this wrong anyone, please feel free to chip in and correct me. I am going to get back on Skoda UKs case again next week and hound them as this is ridiculous. Good luck yourselves.

Just my take on this... I've just recently changed my Octavia 3 Estate with 18s to a Superb 3 SE L Hatch with 19s and no DCC! The Superb is in a different league for comfort compared to what I now acknowledge was an 'unrefined' ride in the Octavia (Single beam rear suspension doesn't help matters one bit). With that said, it might be that my seasoned ass is more used to discomfort than most, but I really don't think its that big of a deal... If you're in or around London or Hants and fancy a go in mine to either please, or disgust you before you pull the trigger, just let me know.

This is an excellent Topic. Not new by any means, but some of the responses and contributions are really quite good IMO.

I was thinking exactly the same thing. It is indeed a costly and extreme venture... Each to their own..

Thanks for this. Much appreciated.

Sorry to Hijack this thread, but it interests me greatly as I'm looking to buy my next car real soon. @toot : I have a question for you please. I know you can't disclose the details at the top of the pics which you've attached, but what is the title of those reports please? Reason being, I've been able to get hold of the 'Service History Certificate' for my future car, but not a breakdown of the parts used etc? Thanks in advance.

Hi. Did this fault ever get resolved? I appear to have the same symptoms.

Hi. Thanks for uploading this. It pretty much confirms what I/we already knew... My current Octavia 150Tdi/DSG is also pretty 'Night & Day' when it comes to winter vs summer driving MPGs. I've had most of the Skoda/VAG TDIs in the range over the years, i.e. 90Tdi, 105Tdi (Greenline Superb 2), 105Tdi (Non- Greenline Octavia 3) 110Tdi (Octavia 2) , 140Tdi (Octavia 2 L&K). All of them showed the same pattern as your beautiful Graph, above shows. It doesn't feel nice to see a 10+ MPG difference from best to worst, but I guess it is what it is.

During Lockdown (2021) I had a an Octavia Estate 3 1.6TDI 5 Speed. (Not the Greenline Model). keeping in mind that the road conditions at the time were (once in a lifetime) abnormal, i.e. empty motorways, no queues, and with a 50mph speed restriction at the time on a big section of the M4. On my way back from Basingstoke to Chingford (A33, M4, M25, A10). On that journey I clocked up 84MPG (Peak) with an average of 74.6MPG for the whole journey. Well chuffed! I'll never ever repeat that I'm sure, but I have to admit, it did feel good 🙂

Out of curiousity, did you manage to get the warm starting issue sorted? If so, what was it in the end? Reason being, my car, a 150TDI DSG has just started displaying the same horrible symptoms 😒

That is s nice series of mods so far. Very cool. Where did you source the ambient door and dashboard lighting from?

Just checking in on this What I've written below is probably academic now, as you've either bought it, or passed on it, but in answer to your question I guess I would check to see what MPG it can achieve on a run, plus what the Long -Term MPG shows... After the last experience I'd also be keen to team up with one of the VCDS partners on this Forum's list and ask them kindly whether they're willing to come with you to check the DPF stats (for a sum of money for their time, fuel and inconvenience, of course). Might seem a little excessive, but I wouldn't want the same to happen again.

Wow: That's quite a big spec list... IIRC There aren't even that many models which were spec'd with the Trio of Pano roof, beige interior, and DCC suspension, let alone all for 15K. The L&K on both cars comes with a lot of those toys, you'll also find 'em on some of the more lavishly spec'd SE L models. As a compromise, I guess that some of the important questions are... 1) Which (Much prefer) option(s) are you most willing to give up if needs must? 2) Do you have a compromise on the mileage, or are you not to fussed about high (as in 100K plus) mileage, so long as the service history is comprehensive and correct? 3) DSG or manual?