SKODA Superb 1.8 TSI Elegance DSG

[SusheelJuneja]

Looking at purchasing a 2012 SKODA Superb 1.8 TSI Elegance DSG Estate - Seeking advice, experiences, known issues, concerns etc....

[Moodyman1]

Avoid. VW’s DSG transmission from this period can be troublesome and expensive to repair. It’ll more than likely write the car off at that age.

[Darkslider]

Moodyman1 said:

Avoid. VW’s DSG transmission from this period can be troublesome and expensive to repair. It’ll more than likely write the car off at that age.

That's not even the biggest problem, the 1.8 tsi was an absolute lemon of an engine, coked up oil control rings resulted in them frequently burning a couple of litres of oil every 1000 miles. They improved this with later generations of the ea888 but I'd tread very carefully with anything 1.8 from this era.

[Rob 131 Sport]

I would have thought the most sensible option for a Superb of this age would be a Manual 2.0 Diesel.

I’d also have a look at a Vauxhall Insignia, which is a very underrated car.

[Dusty964]

Rob 131 Sport said:

I would have thought the most sensible option for a Superb of this age would be a Manual 2.0 Diesel.

That's exactly what I had with 4wd.
Loved it. Did 50 odd to the gallon anywhere, 30 quid a year to tax, seemingly well built...No issues in 30000 miles, comfy, quiet at a cruise.
One of few cars I genuinely miss for it's practicalities. The boot and rear legroom is massive.