Hi,

 

I'm looking to buy a used 2017 Skoda Octavia Mk3 that's run 116000 kms (72000 miles). The engine noise seems quite loud (and almost like a diesel engine). Is that normal? The weather when I shot this video was 2 degree Celsius (35.6F) - it was quite cold and there was mild snow that evening. 

 

The dealership told me that the vehicle is due for it's next maintenance, so probably an oil change (and maybe a timing belt change if I persuade the dealership) can fix this?

 

Thanks!

What engine is it?

Sorry. Missed that. It's a 1.0tsi

Sounds like my 1.5 TSI. I think they’re just noisy engines. I hate them tbh. 

Can you check the oil level please and possibly consider a filter and oil change? The TSI 1.0L engine always starts off noisy but they quietens down after the initial startup.

 

Also consider running a couple of tanks of Super Unleaded through it to clean up the injectors, EGR and Turbo vanes.