Hi.

Have driven a petrol 2WD for 4 years, and am now looking at a 2015  1.4 Petrol 4X4 with panoramic sun roof. Anything I should be looking out for?

Will I notice much of a difference in economy? I average around 39mpg if I'm well behaved!

Yes the sunroofs can suffer from blocked drains, soaking the car inside, and there have been incidents reported of the frames cracking and needing complete replacement.

 

Had our 1.4 LK (late 2015) for almost 2 years and really like it, only problem so far has been the rear wiper that seemed to have a mind if its own, but that got fixed under warranty. Being a bit sad I always check my actual mpg, tank to tank, and so far (10,000+ miles) it has averaged 43 mpg, actual, (the computer is optimistic by about 7%). worst 39 mpg, best 47mpg.

I have had 2016 1.4Tsi 4X4 L&K from new after having a 170d for five years. From my limited knowledge I find the 1.4 an excellent engine (punches above its weight as owners of the 1.2Tsi also say on the forum). I can't help you with the mpg etc. as I only replaced the 170d because my mileage dropped so much and don't keep a record. I don't see me changing the 1.4 in the near/medium future. As a non mechanic the only thing that I need to sort is service for the Haldex pump as Skoda don't seem to think it needs servicing, have to find an independent. No trouble with the roof yet.

 

Hi all,

 

Thanks for that lovely info. I am worried about the panoramic roof leaking. Its not on my wish list but the car I'm eyeing up has one, and so far its the only petrol 4X4 that has all the bells and whistles that I'm looking for. The 2011 yeti is an elegance and I have become accustomed to all its clever bits.

I am heartened by the MPG, as I was worried that the extra weight on the 4X4 would make it a little thirsty.

..I did wonder if there is an option to "seal" the pan roof?.....I don't think I have ever even opened mine! A mate has a quashki and that has a none opening glass roof....

Fuel economy isn't that great with the 1.4 engine, with the Yeti that I had until earlier this year I was lucky to get into the mid 30's mpg and maybe 40mpg (indicated) on a longer drive; assuming that I was driving very carefully!

 

On 25/08/2019 at 17:43, littleredcar said:

I am heartened by the MPG, as I was worried that the extra weight on the 4X4 would make it a little thirsty.

 

Early days but we're finding more mid 30s than above commuting.  A 2015 could potentially be due/overdue a Haldex service for the AWD.  

10k of rural driving and I get about 41mpg  

This is all great stuff. I am now reassured about the MPG and the sunroof, but now I have the Haldex pump to consider. The car I'm looking at has almost 20k on the clock. At what millage does the Haldex pump need a service? I getting the impression that Skoda do not  include it in their regular service regime. What's involved please?

 

thanks again in anticipation.

 

Jo

Every three years regardless of mileage. Skoda will only change the oil, and do not recognise that the filter should either be changed or cleaned as well at the same time.

It is required, but is an extra over a normal service.