Skoda Fabia Hatchback (2007 - 2014) 1.6 TDI CR S 5d Owner Review
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Vag it's the second car they have let me down very poor customer service UK learnt my lesson deal with Germany direct. I had a Polo go on fire a few yrs back should have learnt my lesson then fault on car . The Fabia is a good car just don't expect dealer trust. I service mine now myself and apart from small issues for the money I paid for the car it isn't as bad as it sounds. Economy is OK however poor vag tune TBH very inefficient 74hp from 1.6 and 115 hp from 1.6. I would question their development and research. Why are the car manufacturers that have only come onto the scene in the last few years turning out better more economical engines. Just a point to ponder. I still recommend skoda at least they are realistic on price compared to vag badge Vw. I will run this car til it's unviable so all well it runs for the next few yrs. I look after it service it change oil filter twice between services and I run dipetane and 2 Ehn in the diesel. This certainly helps.
How reliable do you find the car?
The Dunlop sport tyres failed really badly one blew out and went to presences on me. I complained and was offered free new Dunlop I declined. Running economy tyres 45 pounds a piece so far 20k plus on them no issues. Front bushes making noise took to main dealer who did not do as I asked I wanted new bushes under warranty they said no need flushed them guess what they are making more noise and now need replacing. Don't trust dealer won't take even for a service. Bought the car because of economy and Vag trusted reputation have. Since Benn informed my car is a decepticon with cheat soft Ware so I have have launched legal action on vag. Because I don't trust vag now and dealer I won't let them near my car. On long journeys my car gives real mpg of 66 mpg that's filling to brim log milage and fill after long journey do not trust trip computers they are biased ie rubbish. My car loses that economy when dpf regenerates from time to time drinks diesel so not so green. Ile buy a petrol Hyundai next as economical and bullet proof engine. My wife has one she gets 60 mpg and it runs like a watch service costs 80 pounds.About their car
- Fuel type Diesel
- When purchased November 2012
- Condition when bought New
- Current Mileage 52,000 miles
- Average MPG 55 mpg
