10 hours ago, Rory said:

 

As ours is a similar age I'd be keen to hear about what the brake pad issue is - had to get the rear pads and discs done unexpectedly on daughter's Ateca (noted at 50% at previous service) and it was horribly expensive even with 10% off but didn't have time to shop around are argue about it.  I asked our village garage and they were iffy about whether their diagnostic kit could deal with the EPB.

 

I've mentioned it elsewhere but the Ateca (late 2018 model) rides so much better than the Karoq.  It is on 17" CrossClimates but the difference in the way the car feels "planted" on the road, yet is compliant over poor surfaces, feels far greater than just inch smaller wheels would suggest.  We've run winter wheel and tyre sets on other cars and there's not been a noticeable difference.

I'd guess the suspension set-up (spring /damper rates) on the SEAT differ from the Karoq? 

 

I briefly owned a 2021 Octavia and found that a more comfortable ride than my Karoq, although didn't get on with the infotainment / main controls which are mainly accessed via the touch screen. 

 

The 1.5 TSi manual drivetrain in the Octavia also felt smoother and a touch more responsive than the same set-up in my Karoq for some reason. 

My Karoq is now 14 months old. I come from a line of Skoda's but have had 4 Yeti's previously.

 

The Karoq is obviously far more advanced for technology but doesn't have the bomb proof feel of the Yeti.

 

I don't lke the angle of the drivers seat base in the Karoq and I don't like the second bounce when hitting bumps on a straight road, the car feels underdamped.  I doubt I'll have another.

22 hours ago, pinkpanther said:

Yes - rear brake pads were replaced as a result of a TPI. I'd noticed a noise from the rear brakes when setting off and had mentioned this when dropping the car off yesterday. 

Sorry, Im being a bit dim here, but what is TPI? Google came up with loads of suggestions but none seem to fit....

52 minutes ago, OldKaroq said:

Sorry, Im being a bit dim here, but what is TPI? Google came up with loads of suggestions but none seem to fit....

My understanding is these are workshop guides to deal with commonly reported issues?

 

 

 

3 minutes ago, pinkpanther said:

My understanding is these are workshop guides to deal with commonly reported issues?

 

 

 

 

Ah that would make sense, thank you!!

 

I have an occasional rear brake squeal/squeak but I intend to leave it until the service is due in April.

Interesting what you say about the ride, logiclee.  I do find my Karoq SE ride generally comfortable, but a little rubbery on broken roads, though effect was lessened when I changed from 17" Bridgestone shod to 16" wheels with AW tyres 18 months ago.  However, even before that wheel/tyre change, it was never anything like as bad on potholes (repaired or otherwise), as my previous Yeti.  Also, on just bumpy, but not broken roads, that I know used to cause my former Yeti to bounce around rather too uncomfortably, the Karoq is quite noticeably smoother.  In fact the ride is overall probably better than most cars I've previously owned.  The Yeti was rather good on hump back bridges taken a bit too fast though - not tried in the Karoq.

 

Is this rubbery character Ii mentioned at the start, the second bounce that you refer to?  Maybe the following Koni special-Active shockers in this earlier post provides an answer, if I can get them for the Karoq.  I may have to replace front oners soon anyway.

 

 

https://www.briskoda.net/forums/topic/522198-self-adjusting-shock-absorbers/ Posted 22 March, 2024

 

I wonder whether it would be worth considering these Koni special active shockers when my 4.5+yr Karoq 1.0 dampers begin to wear.  I'm hoping they might further smooth out the ride over broken road surfaces.  However, they seem to work more on the rebound than the initial compression bump, according to a graph I saw on Amazon.  Reviews though suggest they do seem to improve the ride on a range of cars.

 

https://www.koniuk.co.uk/products/special-active

https://balancemotorsport.co.uk/suspension/shock-absorbers-dampers/koni

 

On 18/02/2025 at 17:21, pinkpanther said:

Yes - rear brake pads were replaced as a result of a TPI. I'd noticed a noise from the rear brakes when setting off and had mentioned this when dropping the car off yesterday. 

Whilst I'm pleased I have new rear brake pads I can't help but think all the issues I have had with this car don't bode well for it's longevity. 

 

Slightly frustrating as I'd purchased the 5 year warranty extension, had added my choice of extras and had planned on long-term ownership. 

 

Guessing it takes a few days for the Digital Certificate to be updated with the most recent work? 

 

Coming up to two years with my 20 plate Karoq 2.0 TSI 4x4.

 

Had none of the problems  others have mentioned. Best car I have ever had by a long, long way. Miles better than the Octavia 1.8 L&K and Yeti 1.2 Elegance that I had. 

 

As other have done swapped to Bosch Wipers immediately and changed to Cross Climate 2  tyres before I bought the car. 

 

It's comfortable, quick, reasonably fuel efficient for a 2.0 4x4, sticks to the road like glue and I am lucky enough to have lots of extra options on the car (heated windscreen, heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, Canton Speakers, Columbus Head Unit, Leather Seats, digital dash).   

 

If only I had not kerb all four alloys within the last six months. Never touch a kerb in the Octavia and Yeti! Ho hum...

44 minutes ago, PedalBin said:

Coming up to two years with my 20 plate Karoq 2.0 TSI 4x4.

 

Had none of the problems  others have mentioned. Best car I have ever had by a long, long way. Miles better than the Octavia 1.8 L&K and Yeti 1.2 Elegance that I had. 

 

As other have done swapped to Bosch Wipers immediately and changed to Cross Climate 2  tyres before I bought the car. 

 

It's comfortable, quick, reasonably fuel efficient for a 2.0 4x4, sticks to the road like glue and I am lucky enough to have lots of extra options on the car (heated windscreen, heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, Canton Speakers, Columbus Head Unit, Leather Seats, digital dash).   

 

If only I had not kerb all four alloys within the last six months. Never touch a kerb in the Octavia and Yeti! Ho hum...

I had considered going for a 2.0 TSi when I purchased my 1.5, as at the time they didn't qualify for 'luxury' car tax. 

 

The lack of varioflex seating, presence of the panoramic roof (I had one leak on a previous Yeti), 19" alloys/low profile tyres and concerns regarding long-term reliability of the DSG box ultimately swayed me towards a 1.5 TSi manual SE L - a decision I occasionally regret! 

 

Heaven only knows what the first year road tax would be on one nowadays? 

 

I suspect something like this would avoid the first year tax, but would ultimately have the luxury car VED applicable from year 2-5?

 

Autotrader

Regarding the higher VED rates, first year rate only applies to first owner, so buying an ex demo at 3 months old avoids it, you just pay £190 for the 2.0 TSI. 
 

I’ve only done 6k miles so far in my ‘73 plate 2.0 TSI Sportline, which I bought at 6 months old and 1000 miles. Very pleased and no problems to date, roadholding is incredible, corners like it’s on rails and no roll. 

4 hours ago, pinkpanther said:

I had considered going for a 2.0 TSi when I purchased my 1.5, as at the time they didn't qualify for 'luxury' car tax. 

 

The lack of varioflex seating, presence of the panoramic roof (I had one leak on a previous Yeti), 19" alloys/low profile tyres and concerns regarding long-term reliability of the DSG box ultimately swayed me towards a 1.5 TSi manual SE L - a decision I occasionally regret! 

 

Heaven only knows what the first year road tax would be on one nowadays? 

 

I suspect something like this would avoid the first year tax, but would ultimately have the luxury car VED applicable from year 2-5?

 

Autotrader

Got my Sportline used so the 'Luxury Car Tax' was not an issue for me.

 

Had Varioflex Seats in my Yeti - never used them.

 

Acutally forgot I had a panoramic roof on my Karoq - never used that either!

 

Swapped out the standard tyres on the 19" alloys for Cross Climate 2s and everyone says how comfortable the ride is.

 

Never had an issue with the DSG on anyof my Skodas and I need an automatic now due to knee / hip / back issues. Even before I has these issues I always drove automatics. Always hated manuals, seems like buying a dog and barking yourself! 

 

1.5 TSI had a troubled history with the 'kangarooing' so avoided that, so pretty much left me with only the Sportline to chose from.

 

Still if we all like the same thing it would be boring! 😀

VED for £40,000 and over as it is up to April 2025.