Is the Skoda TSI engine reliable?

I'm thinking of buying a used Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI (122PS) in Elegance trim . Is the petrol engine strong enough to shift the Octavia with some 'zip'? Is it reliable? I've read some horror stories about...

Buying a fast estate - Octavia vRS or Leon Cupra ST?

I'm currently looking at buying a quick(ish) estate car. I'll be travelling approximately 10,000 miles a year, so petrol seems the best option for me. Having driven Skodas for some time, the Octavia...

Is the Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI belt or chain driven?

Can you tell me if my 2011 Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI has a cam belt or chain?

Which VAG car is best?

I am considering buying a nearly new car Volkswagen group car. I like the Golf Estate, Skoda Octavia and Superb, but I have a number of concerns regarding modern engines – DPF and DMF problems on diesels,...

Is the Skoda Octavia coupe on the way?

I want to buy a new Skoda Octavia, but have been told that a coupe could be on the way. Will the Octavia coupe happen? I'm prepared to wait for a year or so.

Can you recommend something to replace my X3?

I am in a quandary. My 2011 BMW X3 is having some electrical problems so I think I will replace it. Being retired I can no longer justify an expensive replacement. I'm quite tall and need a car with plenty...

Is the Dacia sandero worth buying?

My Skoda Fabia Monte Carlo is two years old and has been great, bar the hard ride fropm the low profile tyres. I'm considering a new Fabia SE 1.2, or maybe a Ford Fiesta or Hyundai 1.10. However, the dealer...

Which small car is best - Corsa or Fabia?

I want to buy a small and comfortable car, but can't decide between the latest Vauxhall Corsa or Skoda Fabia. Which would you recommend?

How can I improve my Octavia's fuel economy?

I have a 2013 Skoda Octavia 2.0 diesel. However, while my old Octavia gave 65mpg, I find the new model to struggle to get past 50mpg. I understand that I can get the "brain" remapped? Is this true? Will...

How can I get my lost deposit back?

Last week I agreed to buy a used Skoda Yeti. I paid a £1000 deposit and signed a form which seems to make the deposit non-refundable. I've now decided that I don't want a Skoda Yeti, but they won't return...