Hi, just joined today.

Am at the point of sgning on the dotted line for an Superb Ele Estate DSG with 2 litre petrol engine to take advantage of the current VAT free deal. I have worked out my expected mileage for the next 4 years, and it will be about that time before the diesel variant becomes more economical.

Am I doing the right thing?

The Zee

Absolutely.

The diesel bubble is over in my honest opinion ... but we've been a little 'hardwired' into thinking diesel = cheap to run so it can seem a tough decision. We recently changed both cars in our household from diesel to petrol models, and at first the outlay seemed a touch higher, but then once insurance renewal, servicing, tax and other costs came into it, I reckon we're saving £1,000 a year now. For people driving over 14,000 miles PA I still think a diesel is the best choice. We do 3,000 in one car and 2,000 in the other, so owning diesels was the wrong choice. As a side factor, it's also lovely getting back to quiet, refined motoring. (Sorry to all the oil burner owners; no offence intended!).

Edited 21 May, 201214 yr by Longyear

thanks Longyear, encouraging words. I know what you mean about refined motoring. The Zee is a great car (for weekend fun) but I also want something more relaxing for long distance. The Skod seems such good value. The only reservation I have is that there has been some complaints about the software for the DSG box sometimes getting confused at junctions. It something I dont suffer with the auto box on the Zee, but I am sure it will be alright on the night. Plan to place my order this weekend.

Hi and welcome aboard.

Thanks for the welcome.

Hello and welcome, yes you've made the right choice!

welcome to briskoda

Cheers everyone - now I am getting excited.