Hi.  I'm new to the forum and am about to switch from a 2022 Golf mk8 eHybrid to a 2021 Octavia IV.  I'll be buying from a non-franchised dealer.

 

Could someone let me know what the latest software version is please?  The VW is on 1941, I don't know whether Skoda use the same numbers.

 

Also, are OTA updates working OK?

 

Many thanks.

 

Ps, I know all about the VAG software issues from bitter experience, but 1941 has run perfectly for a year.

Hello...

 

The version numbers are the same, so you would want the infotainment to be on 1941 or 1969 at a minimum.

 

Minor software updates have been applied to my car via OTA. However, I was under the impression that after 1941 was installed by the dealer it would allow larger updates to be downloaded and installed. As yet, my infotainment system has not downloaded 1969, and to be honest I don't expect it to.

 

Given that you are buying a 2021 'early' vehicle, there are other software updates you may find need to be applied. I had the "Pop, Pop SOS" issue, climate control SYNC setting not being remembered, issues with the matrix lights not being correctly calibrated. It took a lot of visits to the Skoda dealer to finally get resolution.

 

You will probably find any required updates will need to applied by a franchised Skoda dealer, so you may need to factor this into the purchasing decision. Certainly do not be fobbed off about the software issues on early cars. It'll be worth your time to browse the forum to get a good understanding of the issues you could face if you purchase a car with older software installed.

That's extremely helpful, thanks James.  

 

My golf had the mother of all meltdowns last year, but the 1941 update sorted everything.

 

Thanks again.

I've the same car that your getting, same software no issues. Got to say that this car is a step backwards in build quality and drive performance compared to my old golf mk7.5 2.0 GTD estate (it had the optional improved suspension in fairness but definitely the better car)..