Skoda Yeti 1.2?
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Evening all, I am looking to purchase a new runabout and have always liked the Skoda Yeti. Budget wise I am up to about £10k which gets something new enough. Is the 1.2 petrol any good? Also looking at the Skoda Octavia estate and again the 1.4tsi petrol comes up. Any issues with either long term or is the 2.0 diesel a better bet?
I wrote the following in response to a recent thread (link below) which provides my thoughts on the yeti 1.2 and my experiences of running one for 7 years:
We leased a Yeti 1.2 ‘Monte Carlo’ in 2017 as it was such a good deal. It fitted into out lives so perfectly that we bought it from VWFS at the end of the lease, so we’ve now run it for 7 years / 30k miles.
I like the fact that it’s not very mumsy and seems to sit apart from the more usual suspects, such as qashquis / sportages. It also drives and handles really well. I’ve driven loads of other crossovers / SUVs and all felt very unconvincing during cornering, leaning uncomfortably onto the outside front tyre and with lifeless steering leaving you with no idea what’s going on. Conversely, I actually find the Yeti quite good fun - you can hussle it a bit and it’s quite rewarding. Honestly, it just feels pretty much like a Golf to me, of which I’ve owned and driven plenty.
It’s no powerhouse but it gets me and the family around well enough, even fully leaden and with a roof box when needed. Tends to average about 40mpg, although you’ll get more if your balance of driving is more towards faster open roads. With the DSG, it’s only pulling around 2400rpm in 7th at 70mph so very relaxing on the motorway.
I’ve not had any mechanical troubles or concerns with my Yeti. I believe the camchain engines could be problematic, but have heard no concerns with the later cambelt (circa post 2015) ones. Just service it in line with scheduling and it’ll be fine.
Any questions, just ask.
https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...
We leased a Yeti 1.2 ‘Monte Carlo’ in 2017 as it was such a good deal. It fitted into out lives so perfectly that we bought it from VWFS at the end of the lease, so we’ve now run it for 7 years / 30k miles.
I like the fact that it’s not very mumsy and seems to sit apart from the more usual suspects, such as qashquis / sportages. It also drives and handles really well. I’ve driven loads of other crossovers / SUVs and all felt very unconvincing during cornering, leaning uncomfortably onto the outside front tyre and with lifeless steering leaving you with no idea what’s going on. Conversely, I actually find the Yeti quite good fun - you can hussle it a bit and it’s quite rewarding. Honestly, it just feels pretty much like a Golf to me, of which I’ve owned and driven plenty.
It’s no powerhouse but it gets me and the family around well enough, even fully leaden and with a roof box when needed. Tends to average about 40mpg, although you’ll get more if your balance of driving is more towards faster open roads. With the DSG, it’s only pulling around 2400rpm in 7th at 70mph so very relaxing on the motorway.
I’ve not had any mechanical troubles or concerns with my Yeti. I believe the camchain engines could be problematic, but have heard no concerns with the later cambelt (circa post 2015) ones. Just service it in line with scheduling and it’ll be fine.
Any questions, just ask.
https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...
That is brilliant and really helpful. Many thanks indeed. I may do a small amount of towing with it, but the reality is that 99% of the time it won't. I guess that this is where the diesel may have an advantage. I just wish that Skoda had continued to build the Yeti as I think that it is such a fabulous car. Instead they replace it with yet another SUV type thing that gets lost in the sea of similar vehicles.
robinh73 said:
That is brilliant and really helpful. Many thanks indeed. I may do a small amount of towing with it, but the reality is that 99% of the time it won't. I guess that this is where the diesel may have an advantage. I just wish that Skoda had continued to build the Yeti as I think that it is such a fabulous car. Instead they replace it with yet another SUV type thing that gets lost in the sea of similar vehicles.
Be aware of the reliability of the two different DSG gearboxes fitted to the Yetis. The DQ200 7 speed, dry clutch, versus the DQ250 6 speed wet clutch. The 6 speed certainly seems to be widely regarded as the more reliable and stronger box. Good luck on your hunt.robinh73 said:
That is brilliant and really helpful. Many thanks indeed. I may do a small amount of towing with it, but the reality is that 99% of the time it won't. I guess that this is where the diesel may have an advantage. I just wish that Skoda had continued to build the Yeti as I think that it is such a fabulous car. Instead they replace it with yet another SUV type thing that gets lost in the sea of similar vehicles.
I was the OP in the thread linked, and I agree, I wished there was a slightly newer model.I get the impression that the spec would feel quite old compared with something a year or two newer. Maybe carplay etc ?
We have an early 2010 1.2 one , manual. Averaging 38mpg
Can't fault it really, on around 124k miles. And the engines nice and quite, soo much so, you think its cut out when sitting at traffic lights.
Drives well and is a nice place to be.
The rear seats are real easy and fairly light to remove, and you then have a decent size mini van too when needed.
Can't fault it really, on around 124k miles. And the engines nice and quite, soo much so, you think its cut out when sitting at traffic lights.
Drives well and is a nice place to be.
The rear seats are real easy and fairly light to remove, and you then have a decent size mini van too when needed.
I have a 2017 Yeti 2.0L 4x4 diesel, although its a different engine to the one you are looking at, Yetis are brilliant cars and this one is perhaps the car I love more than any other I've had in 35yrs of driving. Surprisingly spacious inside and with mine being the Outdoor SE L Drive version it is very nicely specced. I went with he diesel 4x4 model as they are a little heavier in weight than the rest making it great for towing my caravan, the non 4x4 are lighter in weight and not so suitable for towing caravans.
Beware of getting one with a sunroof as they are prone to leaking due to blocked drain pipes. Check under the footwell carpets for signs of water ingress. I ensured I bought one without a sunroof.
Two very good Yeti forums for getting advice..
https://www.yetiownersclub.co.uk/forums/#skoda-yet...
https://www.briskoda.net/forums/forum/170-ško...
Beware of getting one with a sunroof as they are prone to leaking due to blocked drain pipes. Check under the footwell carpets for signs of water ingress. I ensured I bought one without a sunroof.
Two very good Yeti forums for getting advice..
https://www.yetiownersclub.co.uk/forums/#skoda-yet...
https://www.briskoda.net/forums/forum/170-ško...
Edited by The Gauge on Friday 21st June 23:01
The Gauge said:
I have a 2017 Yeti 2.0L 4x4 diesel, although its a different engine to the one you are looking at, Yetis are brilliant cars and this one is perhaps the car I love more than any other I've had in 35yrs of driving. Surprisingly spacious inside and with mine being the Outdoor SE L Drive version it is very nicely specced. I went with he diesel 4x4 model as they are a little heavier in weight than the rest making it great for towing my caravan, the non 4x4 are lighter in weight and not so suitable for towing caravans.
Beware of getting one with a sunroof as they are prone to leaking due to blocked drain pipes. Check under the footwell carpets for signs of water ingress. I ensured I bought one without a sunroof.
Two very good Yeti forums for getting advice..
https://www.yetiownersclub.co.uk/forums/#skoda-yet...
https://www.briskoda.net/forums/forum/170-ško...
That is good to know and I think I am going down the diesel route and 4x4. Sunroof/panoramic ones I had ruled out for the very reason of water ingress. I have always loved the Yeti, such a cool and practical car but also very funky too (in my eyes). I have found a couple of 2016 model diesels on auto trader which I will phone up about. Watch this space!Beware of getting one with a sunroof as they are prone to leaking due to blocked drain pipes. Check under the footwell carpets for signs of water ingress. I ensured I bought one without a sunroof.
Two very good Yeti forums for getting advice..
https://www.yetiownersclub.co.uk/forums/#skoda-yet...
https://www.briskoda.net/forums/forum/170-ško...
Edited by The Gauge on Friday 21st June 23:01
I've got a TDI 170 4x4 Yeti. On the one hand, it's had a few hefty bills around 75k miles (DPF, ball joints etc). On the other, it's brilliantly practical, has decent handling, a clever design and more personality than most others in its class. So long as you're doing a few long journeys in it regularly, I'd recommend.
I also leased the 1.2 DSG monte Carlo in 2017, purchased from VWFS at end of lease as it was a really good car and for what it was being offered at felt the right thing to do with them being discontinued. At that point it had 28k miles of trouble free motoring, when COVID hit I was working from home and sold it with 34k miles. No issues and a very good practical solid car, high roof, rear seats can be removed but drives very much like a car especially on winding roads and the auto box gives it a quicker feel. I was aware from the Skoda forums of issues with rust on the lower door and reliability of the DSG dry clutch but mine was sold before I experienced any problems
As it's a boxy shape the mpg is not great, so don't expect anything much above 35, only time I seen it average 50 was M4 out of Windsor in roadworks doing 50 for 10 miles, if you have a heavy right foot and work the 1.2 you will see low 30s high 20s.
I am a little sorry I got rid, there was something special about the Yeti but the wife always thought I was too young to be owning a Yeti.
As it's a boxy shape the mpg is not great, so don't expect anything much above 35, only time I seen it average 50 was M4 out of Windsor in roadworks doing 50 for 10 miles, if you have a heavy right foot and work the 1.2 you will see low 30s high 20s.
I am a little sorry I got rid, there was something special about the Yeti but the wife always thought I was too young to be owning a Yeti.
robinh73 said:
That is good to know and I think I am going down the diesel route and 4x4. Sunroof/panoramic ones I had ruled out for the very reason of water ingress. I have always loved the Yeti, such a cool and practical car but also very funky too (in my eyes). I have found a couple of 2016 model diesels on auto trader which I will phone up about. Watch this space!
If you buy a used car from a Skoda dealer as I did, consider putting an amount on WV finance, that way you get 3yrs service, MOT & breakdown thrown in. The following day you can ring VW Finance and withdraw (not cancel) from the contract, pay off the amount yet keep all those extras. It’s what I did. Going off at a tangent I know . I was looking to buy a Yeti had a budget max £8k. Ending up buying a mint 2011 Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI which is the one to have apparently from an old fella who always had is serviced via skoda dealer. My card is fine and for £3,500k for a car with 70,000 miles on it very happy . Still do look at yeti's on the road but I thought they were way overpriced and all had high mileage. that my pennies worth.
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