After taking a cursory look at a Yeti 1.2 TSI SE DSG at my local Skoda dealer I'm thinking of getting one. Not new but "pre-owned". 60 plate.

The trouble is I have a Fabia vRS SE and think that the step down in performance will be too much for me.

I like the look and practicality of the Yeti and it ticks all the boxes with regards to equipment. I do around 10,000 miles a year now so a diesel isn't really warranted. But I can't get away from thinking the 1.2 TSI engine will be a bit underwhelming after the vRS the performance of which is great for me. I imagine too that the vRS is more economical.

 

I know, I need to test drive one to see how it copes, but I'm still undecided as to whether to change or not and I'm one of these folk that feels I'm wasting the salesman's time if I'm not fully committed. 

VW Golf G60 Rallye - much respect from me. 

Why not just opt for one of the Diesels instead then it will tick all of the boxes

VW Golf G60 Rallye - much respect from me. 

 

Thanks.

 

Why not just opt for one of the Diesels instead then it will tick all of the boxes

 

Yes, but the diesels tend to be more expensive. It is something I've thought of though.

I went for a 2.0 tDI Octavia to a 1.2 Yeti. Honestly in today's traffic conditions I can't say I ever really got to do much more with the 2.0 than with the 1.2. Sure on the longer trips on the motorway it's not got the same raw power but I only do that once or twice a year. For everyday motoring of the type I do it's more than enough. Try it, you may be surprised.  On the other hand if you're into racing people away from the lights etc then forget it. 

You're on the right track regarding petrol imo, especially given your lower than average mileage and budget contraint - a diesel will just cost more all round (and be noisier and less refined to boot!).  The 1.2TSi is really very capable although it is in its heaviest and least aerodynamic format in the Yeti. Given the fact that your looking at one that a couple of years old Id suggest test driving the 1.4TSi - lovely engine imo and gives just enough more than the 1.2 to make a difference when you need it to ie overtaking, lugging loads or doing hill workouts.

I went for a 2.0 tDI Octavia to a 1.2 Yeti. Honestly in today's traffic conditions I can't say I ever really got to do much more with the 2.0 than with the 1.2. Sure on the longer trips on the motorway it's not got the same raw power but I only do that once or twice a year. For everyday motoring of the type I do it's more than enough. Try it, you may be surprised.  On the other hand if you're into racing people away from the lights etc then forget it. 

Completely agree - I made same change (2.0 Tdi to 1.2 DSG Yeti) and in everyday motoring no difference - just quieter!  Long distance motorway journeys it easily cruises at 70+ but if you are someone who enjoys being first away from the lights the 1.2 is not for you. Frankly if that is your style then probably better with a different car all together.

I went for a 2.0 tDI Octavia to a 1.2 Yeti. Honestly in today's traffic conditions I can't say I ever really got to do much more with the 2.0 than with the 1.2. Sure on the longer trips on the motorway it's not got the same raw power but I only do that once or twice a year. For everyday motoring of the type I do it's more than enough. Try it, you may be surprised.  On the other hand if you're into racing people away from the lights etc then forget it. 

Nah not me I'm in my 50s now although my ride to work is over  the moors on an A Road and I've been know to press on 

I'm 55. I've had two vrs, both remapped, and now the 1.2 DSG. Very rarely do I miss the performance of the vrs. The 1.2 is very capable.

Take a 1.2 on that road for a test (it's what I did). Much better on twisty roads than my octavia was. ;-)

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Used vRS prices seem quite high 

 A propos comments above, had a Corrado G60 for most of the '90's, brilliant car, but should have been badged Porsche, it was built in the same factory as Porsches way back then!

I regret parting, but got a very good price!

 

 

I know it may be a bit of a stretch financially... but as someone who has run various Escort Cosworths, Clio V6, Clio Williams, Astra GSi's etc., I find the performance of the 2.0 170PS diesel Yeti to be quite eye-opening...

I know it may be a bit of a stretch financially... but as someone who has run various Escort Cosworths, Clio V6, Clio Williams, Astra GSi's etc., I find the performance of the 2.0 170PS diesel Yeti to be quite eye-opening...

I've seen a 2.0 TDI CR SE That's close to my price range, assuming I get what I want for mine 

I've had two 1.2 Yeti's and found the engine quite capable and economy acceptable (35-40ish) only changed to diesel as my mileage has increased.

But I really think you would find the difference in performance to a Vrs quite hard to take.

You would obviously benefit from the extra space .

The Yeti holds the road well and is a pleasure to drive but it obviously will have a softer ride than your Vrs ,which in my case is a good thing.

As others have said take a test drive to see if it meets your needs.

If you could stretch your budget a 140 or 170 diesel would give you a performance nearer to your Vrs

Good luck with your choice.

At least you're very close to one of the best Skoda dealers in the country - Neil Simpson in Colne.

 

Neil was on the SUK dealer marketing group that was responsible for the Fabia "cake" ad. Going back to some rally driving this year! 

I know what you mean about the drop in performance.

 

I missed the yeti, maybe next time. I dropped form a remapped 4x4 superb ;200ish, to a 75hp citigo. I swapped as my milage had shrunk rapidly and I'm working for myself, so zero RFL and <200 insurance really helps more!

 

I miss the performance terribly. Being able to overtake and be back in safe and quickly. Day to day around town and to some extent on motorways it's ok. The 1.2Tsi will have a little more umph about it too. So I've found myself frustrated in the power drop, but also illuminated in improving road reading and being ready to unleash the ponys. 

 

On diesel v petrol, it's got to be case of economics. Take the citigo 75hp, versus my wifes 1.6 eco green ford focus... I much prefer driving the the citigo. It's better on fuel too. So unless I was doing lots of miles and needing to walk later I'd hold onto petrol now. I used to guestimate diesel was worth it around 30k miles pa... I did have a spreadsheet somewhere.

1.4 TSIs seem a bit thin on the ground.

1.4 TSIs seem a bit thin on the ground.

They are pretty rare but worth hunting down imo. I drive a colleagues occasionally (bought on my recomendation) and he loves it. Good fuel economy and he's not had an issue with it in any way since buying it, I guess, around two years ago now.

I changed from a mondeo titanium x sport tdci to a 1.2 yeti over a year ago. I was the same until I test drove one. It's absolutely perfect for in and around town driving. I only miss the power a little on motorways. Fuel economy is good apart from motorway driving were I get between 35 to 45 mpg.

I changed from a mondeo titanium x sport tdci to a 1.2 yeti over a year ago. I was the same until I test drove one. It's absolutely perfect for in and around town driving. I only miss the power a little on motorways. Fuel economy is good apart from motorway driving were I get between 35 to 45 mpg.

Thanks for that. I need to drive one don't I 

Like with all these things you will only really notice the difference in the first month or so.  After that you'll get used to the new car's acceleration figures and power and adjust accordingly.

 

I found the 1,2 DSG Yeti I drove excruciatingly slow (four up test drive on level ground). So could just imagine the same four up with luggage over hilly country. Not for me and the uses I put my cars to. But for pootling around town I guess they do the job. 

Test drive request sent. 

We have been mulling over a Yeti, SWMBO has a 1.2 Fabia 75bhp ( not TSI ) & I have an Octy vRS diesel, we both have our doubts about it on Motorway as we do mainly country & motorway. She cannot get around a 1.2 in such a big vehicle, & I am just so used to the torque / power.

 

We have both test driven the 170 diesel Yeti, so along with now wanting comfort, looks like it will be L&K, not diesel as we only do approx 12k p.a. on 2 cars so it will end up the 1.8.

I do less than 10,000 miles a year (some years maybe even just 8,000 miles) and have never ever had DPF problems with my Yeti. Granted I never drive to work and back but plenty of out and about shorts trips in London with the occasional long motorway blast with the car alone, or a trailer or caravan on tow. So unless you really just do constant 2 or 3 mile trips with the car there is really no issue getting a diesel if you do even less mileage than I do...  Just factor in a decent blast every now and then. The extra cost I paid for the diesel is the price I pay for having something with some oomph that goes when I put my foot down - be that on it's own or with the caravan etc. It still amazes me how much oomph this car has even with a ton+ of snail behind it.