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    Skoda Problems

    Are you having problems with your Skoda? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest Skoda issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the Skoda in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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    One year wait for Volkswagen diesel fix
    By Joshua Dowling · 8 October 2015
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    Skoda Fabia auto opinion
    Answered by Paul Gover · 4 October 2015

    It's a car that gets The Tick but be careful with the fine print covering the extra warranty, as you often must have it serviced only at the selling dealer.

    Used Skoda Octavia review: 2007-2014
    By Ewan Kennedy · 8 September 2015
    Ewan Kennedy reviews the second and third generation Skoda Octavia sedan and wagon as a used buy.
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    Good small family car for $25k?
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 6 September 2015

    It sounds like you want permission to get the Skoda, so go right ahead.

    Good choice SUV for travelling
    Answered by Paul Gover · 30 August 2015

    I'm a fan of the XC60, which still gets The Tick, but you should also consider the Skoda wagon lineup and test drive both the Octavia and Superb as they are from the Volkswagen family but better value.

    VW and Skoda engine oil use
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 27 August 2015

    Not every VW engine uses excessive oil, but they do seem to use oil as a rule, and some use more than they should. Skoda engines are VW engines, so I would also be watchful of the oil consumption of those if I owned one. It’s a matter of making regular checks, so you don’t get caught out. If the oil usage appears to be excessive take the car back to the dealer and have them do a consumption test to determine the actual usage.

    Skoda Octavia has a serious boot
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 19 April 2015

    The exact capacity is 568 litres. Impressed now?

    Thoughts about long service intervals?
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 6 April 2015

    The latest-generation oils are truly good for 15,000km or a year. If you are concerned you could get the oil changed more regularly but, provided you keep an eye on the level in the engine, there is no reason to worry.

    Availability of spares for Skoda Octavia?
    Answered by Graham Smith · 6 March 2015

    You can have full confidence in Skoda to be able to supply spares for the Ambition should you need them. Remember Skoda is part of VW, one of the largest carmakers in the world.

    Good mid-size family car?
    Answered by Paul Gover · 1 March 2015

    We've recently reviewed the mid-sized frontrunners, which is where they should be looking, and the Toyota Camry wins on quality, driving and value. But if they need more space, then point them to the Skoda Superb, which lives up to its name and gets The Tick.

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