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Skoda Kodiaq Sportline MY24 $49,990 Driveaway ($48,990 for previous Skoda owners) @ Skoda

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Skoda Kodiaq Sportline MY24 $49,990 Driveaway ($48,990 for previous Skoda owners) @ Skoda
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qantas21 on 15/02/2025 - 10:40 skoda.com.au (3905 clicks)
Last edited 17/02/2025 - 21:19 by 3 other users

Screenshot of email A deal for some. ~$10,000 off retail considering the new model reportedly landing next month.

Update: $48,990 for previous owners of a Skoda. I just received this information from a Gold Coast Skoda sales representative.

7 Seater.

4 x 4.

Made in Czech Republic.

Subsidary of VW.

7 year service pack @ $4,400 or $630/service (12 months): https://www.skoda.com.au/own/service-packs.

Decent-ish finance @ 2.99%.

Not the cheapest, not the most expensive: https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/the-10-cheapest-seven-…

I have personally owned Skoda's and they have never missed a beat although I usually sell before the 5-year mark.

Electric Elroq reportedly on sale from July at the same price: https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-reviews/2025-skoda-elroq-re…

17/2 update: No price drop on Skoda website. The deal is marked Targeted until the discounted driveaway price is displayed on Skoda.

17/2 update @ 2020hrs: Price drop on Skoda website visible. Not a targeted price.

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Comments

  • bhunter101 on 15/02/2025 - 10:43
    -5

    Have heard they’re not great compared to say CX8/9 or Toyotas?
    Engine transmission and build quality issues?

    • qantas21 on 15/02/2025 - 10:51
      +20

      I haven't had any trouble in 10 years of owning Skodas.

      Toyota Kluger: ~ $64,788

      Mazda CX8/9: ~ $59,990

      • kaleidoscope on 15/02/2025 - 14:05
        +4

        There are people that hates or likes things no matter what.

      • milobob on 15/02/2025 - 19:21
        -1

        Also note early engine failures in the Cx9. Plenty of reports online!

    • oddjob on 15/02/2025 - 10:56
      +6

      I have seen these kind of comments pop up about people hearing such things for a long time with no basis in reality. On my second Skoda here, for 11+ years, no quality issues notwithstanding they do tend to have initial entertainment centre firmware bugs. The only thing I am critical of is they just don't seem to want to embrace PHEV here in any upcoming models, understandable I guess due to low numbers. And not a lot of PHEV generally available here anyway.

      • lowey71 on 15/02/2025 - 12:35
        +6

        Maybe alternative facts? Wife won’t touch Skoda again. Superb with petrol 7 speed DSG. Engine rebuilt due to very high oil consumption, gearbox replaced, shuddering clutches and poor service (not tightening sump plug, tools left in engine bay). After engine rebuilt, immediately popped off turbo pipe. Sold with less than 100k kms. Car was nice when worked, overall experience poor. YMMV
        Oh nearly forget the 2 dealer transferred speeding fine for loan cars we never had…

        • onlinepred on 15/02/2025 - 12:51
          +9

          We had similar experience with our cx5. Seems that every maker has lemons.

        • Waxhedd on 15/02/2025 - 19:15

          Same here. Superb sportline. Not quite as intense. But faulty fuel sender, took them 3 attempts to fix. Faulty water pump. Faulty mirrors. Faulty buttons. Glitchy phone connections. Busted shocks (3 times before they acknowledge the knocking and just grease them 🙄). Plastic parts really starting to rattle. Road noise is pretty loud on highway compared to other cars I’ve had.
          7 year warranty nearly up and I don’t want to have an issue after that, so looking for a replacement…

          Car is awesome… when it works!

    • JIMB0 on 15/02/2025 - 11:41
      +1

      People who own these tend to love them and will tell you nothing has ever gone wrong. What they don't tell you about is all the minor repairs such as leaking water pumps and plastic thermostat housings.

      • Flutterby on 15/02/2025 - 11:45
        +7

        All plastic parts.

      • smartProverble on 15/02/2025 - 11:55

        probably like Alfa owners

      • onlinepred on 15/02/2025 - 12:52

        They are all service parts?only an issue if you don’t follow service guide?

        • JIMB0 on 15/02/2025 - 12:56
          +2

          I suppose a DSG gearbox rebuild is a service item as well?

      • goodwillN1 on 15/02/2025 - 12:56
        +3

        I own a Skoda. It is almost 10 years old and it is a VW Golf GTI equivalent. Nothing failed in a major way that would ever leave me stranded but I did have the cracked thermostat issue and
        had to replace it at 110k km. There were a few annoying oil leaks, but not fatal. Little from oil pan and a bit more from timing chain covers. All of them plastic parts, including that thermostat (which has like 5th revision and still sometimes fails) so the llastic engine bits are definitely the biggest VW based cars weakness. They are plastic to compete on cost with cheap Asian cars. However, replacing them does not cost arm and leg even if you use true OEM parts like I did.
        I keep hearing bad things about Skoda service centers though. But I work on my car myself in my little townhouse garage so can't comment on that.
        Overall I don't find the Skoda's much less reliable than the Japanese equivalents of equal feature /performance level. But I am not a fan of Mazda/Toyota interiors. Compare to.most Euro cars they feel cheap, uncomfortable and unergonomic.
        So… it depends what do you value in a car the most.

        • mt19 on 15/02/2025 - 13:35
          +2

          This, I have a 12 year old Skoda, not a lot of problems with it but wouldn't buy the brand again because I don't want to deal with the service centers

          • andresampras on 16/02/2025 - 09:06

            @mt19: Ooh I have a horror story for Skoda service centre (Parramatta NSW, years ago when they were in the now-Tesla location). To be fair it was one of the mechanics near the roller door, not front of house…but I asked him where I could get some washer fluid. His response “and you think we’ll just give it to you for free?”

            When I explained I wanted to buy a bottle he pointed me across the road. Went there, asked the guy behind the counter for it. He scowled like I’d ruined his day and disappeared into the back. He didn’t come out for over 15 mins so I left. That was my one and only experience with any Skoda service centre.

            Also @mt19 I said something very similar very recently to friends - “my 13yo Skoda hasn’t given me trouble, love this car!”

            This past Friday morning turned on the car, hit the accelerator…car jerked a bit and then nothing, engine revving freely.
            It’s being towed to mechanic tomorrow, wish me luck

        • Raynes on 15/02/2025 - 15:13

          Not a fan of Mazda interiors?? That's a scorching hot take

          • Wally Simmonds on 15/02/2025 - 17:47
            +3

            @Raynes: Nah he’s actually right though. Mazda interiors look alright in press photos but I find them pretty cheap feeling up close imo

            • andresampras on 16/02/2025 - 09:10

              @Wally Simmonds: IMHO Japanese interiors have always been a rung below the euros. Even Lexus I find the design, if not the materials, less appealing even than less expensive euros. I’m sure there are exceptions I’m not thinking of

              • nubzy on 16/02/2025 - 10:24
                +1

                @andresampras: Lexus interiors are awful for a supposed luxury brand. Very dated look and don’t feel that special at all. After experiencing the ergonomics and comfort of euro cars I just couldn’t bring myself to drive a boring Japanese car.

        • freeb1e4me on 16/02/2025 - 17:21

          I can’t speak for Skoda but I’ve owned an MG for 20 years and it’s never skipped a beat

      • mordinhoz on 15/02/2025 - 19:57
        +2

        Stockholm syndrome

      • Oteta on 16/02/2025 - 12:58
        -1

        Never had a single issue you mentioned. 5 y/o Octavia dream to drive

    • nubzy on 15/02/2025 - 13:21
      +1

      Much nicer car than boring and overrated Mazda/Toyota. Well made. People talk this same rubbish about Peugeot but they are leagues ahead in styling, tech and driver engagement.

    • SYLTB on 15/02/2025 - 20:10

      Lol! You are comparing the German engineered genuine blonde Helga to junk Jap fake dye blondes!

  • Ham Dragon on 15/02/2025 - 10:45
    +4

    You can also get a VW Tiguan Allspace 132TSI for $50,990 if you prefer the parent brand (assembled in Mexico IIRC). We have a 2022 model, absolutely love it.

    I owned Kamiq a couple of years ago, a really fantastic little SUV, all VW running gear underneath.

    • MrFrugalSpend on 15/02/2025 - 11:01
      +10

      Sell it before the warranty runs out, Tiguan in the family at the 6-7 year mark, the expensive problems have emerged… !

      • Ham Dragon on 15/02/2025 - 11:20
        -1

        It's on a lease so will likely dispose once that expires. My 2012 Passat is still going strong, made in Germany though, it's rock solid.

        • beesider on 15/02/2025 - 13:16

          With DSG? Petrol or diesel?

          • Ham Dragon on 15/02/2025 - 17:30

            @beesider: DSG, 1.8L TSI petrol. Just a lovely car to drive.

            • Bretttick on 16/02/2025 - 10:59
              +1

              @Ham Dragon: Dsg, such a great reliable gear box

              • Ham Dragon on 16/02/2025 - 16:01

                @Bretttick: No issues with the 2012 B7 Passat AFAIK, certainly none with mine. Paid $14,500 cash for a 3.5yr old one with 54k on the clock, hasn't missed a beat for the 60k I've put on it. Just keep oil & fluids topped up and let it warm up until the revs come down and they run so smooth.

        • Vladdo on 15/02/2025 - 15:49

          Same … 2012 Diesel Passat with no issues whatsoever. It's been a fantastic car..

      • r33tom on 15/02/2025 - 16:49
        +2

        Yep my 2015 mk7 GTI at the 7 year mark with 40,000kms needed new water pump and thermostat housing due to leaking and overheating issues. $4k repair bill.

        Complained to VW, they didn't care and dealer said this is normal. And the replaced part is identical so I'll expect it to fail again at the 80,000km mark.

        40,000 kms and you need a new water pump. Never buying VW again.

        Also recently had to have all 4 rotors replaced at 57,000kms as it's deemed a service item. Another 3k

        • skodapandars245 on 16/02/2025 - 00:19
          +1

          $4000 for a water pump / thermostat replacement and $3000 to do front and rear brakes !? Can i be your mechanic i could retire soon

    • LSGH on 15/02/2025 - 13:23
      +2

      My mates 12 year old Tiguan has had 2 expensive water pump replacements already. Only does 40kms per day. And he uses an independent repair shop. He is selling it now.

    • NoApostrophePlurals on 16/02/2025 - 02:44

      Wife and I had a regular Tiguan and wanted to upgrade to the Allspace for more room in the noot. There is bugger all difference, not worth the price premium. We got a Kodiaq RS instead two weeks ago and the boot is much bigger.

      • Ham Dragon on 16/02/2025 - 09:51

        2 extra seats though, I believe that's the selling point. Obviously appropriate for midgets only but I find even with the second row all the way back there's room for a double pram and other gear. Suits us with 2 under 3.

        • NoApostrophePlurals on 17/02/2025 - 09:43
          +1

          I also have 2 under 3. I'm sure if I started with an Allspace like you, I would have comprised ane accepted it and made do. We started with a 5 seater and when we looked at our friend's Allspace, it didnt make sense to upgrade.

          As I said, the Kodiaq has a much larger boot than the Allspace and in a Kodiaq post, recommending the Allspace over the Kodiaq just because someone might prefer the parent brand i feel is an injustice, as a potential owner mught be missing out on owning a great car and with more practicality.

          I also own a B7 Passat! A 2012 Altrack kicking along with over 220,000kms on it! It feels almost bulletproof.

  • MrFrugalSpend on 15/02/2025 - 10:52

    I had one of these Kodiaq's which was fairly new as a luxury SUV category hire car for two weeks, with an even split of city and road trip highway driving - I previously would have considered them…. it's a no from me.

    I had issues with the unlocking / locking (via touching the handles) constantly and had to resort to the remote (and I know how these should work as my car at home has it flawlessly), and one of the proximity sensors at front left went off constantly with nothing near it like you were going to hit a non existent object - distracting you whilst driving, it surged up and down revs weirdly and lurched accordingly at low speed like in carpark ramps, the auto brake hold thing wouldn't disengage soon enough so you had to give it some revs so if you wanted to creep forward such as in a drivethru queue or collecting a ticket to enter a carpark you often didn't move then lurched forward and nearly ran into the person / gate in front coupled with the (auto brake / alarm startling everyone), the doors often didn't shut properly and sounded harsh (they do have a nice feature where a plastic thing comes out as a bumper protector though), it emergency braked stopped dead and nearly gave us whiplash twice as a complete false alarm, there were some issues with infotainment system and I found the operation of the cruise control clunky (but those may have been my unfamiliarity with it), it had a lack of good cupholder positions and things, lacked some features I expected like automatic steering whilst under cruise control on the highway (at least the variant I had) which even my bargain basement work ute has, and more - and it just didn't drive and feel as nice as I expected… I was quite surprised in a bad way.

    My 6.5 year old Opel Insignia Wagon (badged Holden) sh!ts all over it in terms of performance, ride, features / layout, quality feel, how the electronic driver safety assists work (way better and less intrusive), and interior appearance. Literally the only thing it had over my car which was cheaper was the retractable door bumper protectors and AWD… although that was available on the calais wagon as a crossover… So sad they killed it off.

    • ol mate on 15/02/2025 - 11:30
      +3

      luxury SUV

      Someone scammed you. Hertz has these in their fleet as a large SUV - same category as Klugers since 2020.

      I even got upgraded to one for free from a Corolla booking after asking for a 7 seater. I had a good experience with it, including driving to Philip Island from Melbourne. Found it sufficiently powered (but might've been a different engine), and none of the issues you had except the surging revs (but that is just a DSG being a DSG). These also used to have umbrella holders in the doors.

      • MrFrugalSpend on 15/02/2025 - 11:46

        It was booked through an intermediary booking agent. I guess in theory I didn't end up paying for the premium SUV because apparently the location I hired from didn't have any… but I think this means the Kodiaq was the best they had…

        That's the thing with manufacturers or models that have reliability issues - not every car will have them, they obviously initially design and test the vehicles and do have ones without bugs… but it's the engineering experience and focus on quality control in the manufacturing process to deliver that consistently that differentiates a good brand from a great one. But you pay for that, more than this price for this category. However traditionally Skoda have performed better than even its parent VW in surveys hence why I was surprised I got a bit of a dud.

      • Commenter on 15/02/2025 - 12:06

        I have 2011 ford mondeo with DSG. never had the surging revs problem.

        • ol mate on 15/02/2025 - 14:23

          Don't the Ford dual clutches just have other existential issues? Or is that only limited to the Focus?

          Or it's possible you know how to drive a DSG (like a clutchless manual - no creeping forward, no feathering of the pedal, etc.) unlike most people.

    • Brick Tamland on 15/02/2025 - 12:10
      +33

      Not with acceleration like that.

      • MrFrugalSpend on 18/02/2025 - 08:14

        maybe he is in his own / different car… so he'll pass the Kodiaq?

    • dealhunter52 on 15/02/2025 - 12:18
      +15

      That's more than enough for 95% of the target market. It's a 7 seater family wagon not a sports car.

      Not everyone is a hoon drag racing at the traffic lights.

    • JIMB0 on 15/02/2025 - 12:54

      Not really any quicker than the old Camry. I'll pass.

    • FTTNope on 15/02/2025 - 13:56
      +1

      It's a medium, bland SUV for medium, bland people. Where are you racing to? Childcare dropoff? Westfield carpark?

      • viirgon on 15/02/2025 - 15:34

        Toyota has great resale value but so behind the times in design inside and outside. The Crown Signia maybe the exception but it's not available here. Something about the Skoda Karoq overall design is very pleasing to me and miles ahead of Mazda 5 at the time I bought the car. Sure the Mazda will sell better after 5 years but it's the price of enjoying it for 5 years.

        • FTTNope on 15/02/2025 - 20:26

          Crown Signia is also starts at AU$71k in the US, so it would probably be a $90k+ proposition here.

          Anyway, yes, no problem with the Skoda brand myself, I have a 2018 Superb. It has lived up to the name.

  • viirgon on 15/02/2025 - 11:45
    +2

    I currently drive a 2021 Skoda Karoq; love the design and overall package. No major issues but it's the kind of car you buy to enjoy and not for resale value. Resale value for European cars are terrible compared to Japanese ones buyers beware.

    • Jaff on 15/02/2025 - 11:47

      Agree, lost around 15k in 1 year for a relatively new car

      • rooster7777 on 15/02/2025 - 14:26

        Bloddy ell! I've just pulled out the calculator to compare your depreciation with beloved's 2005 toyota echo.
        Punches a few keys… 2005 $2500 purchase cost
        Hmmm …. 2025 red book price for 2005 toyota echo….$2K to $3K,
        punches a few more keys…. hmmmm
        strange coincidence that…. same figure as my friends at juice media keep punching up! fork oil!

        Oops…sheesh! Just noticed the service interval is supposed to be 10K!. Bloddy ell, I've been changing the oil and filter at 20K!
        That might turn out to be an expensive mistake! The poor thing's only done 330K. So far in that 20 years I've only had to put in a few ignition coils from the wreckers and a fan belt! (apart from quite a few tyres)…. maybe I have some trouble coming up! ahem

        Pulls out that calculator again, to see how much we saved because the thing has a timing chain instead of one of those pesky timing belts that need to be changed "all the time".

    • scud70 on 15/02/2025 - 11:51
      +2

      But you have to consider all Euro cars as high yield investments (specially BMW's)… it's the only thing i've learnt in OzB comments.

    • Ham Dragon on 17/02/2025 - 19:29

      Yep, we had an optioned 2020 Kamiq, paid $39k, absolutely fantastic car, really enjoyed driving it but we got our butts kicked when it came to sell & upgrade a little less than 2 years later, ended up getting $26k via private sale. Ouch. My missus really liked the Kodiaq but we figured the resale on a Tiguan would be slightly higher after the lease period expired.

  • SpaceNinja on 15/02/2025 - 11:50

    These companies have one job, to make an SUV look decent. They will still fail making it look more like a people mover/ wagon with zero road presence. And the upcoming model is the same.

    • beltdrive on 15/02/2025 - 12:54

      Looks pretty inoffensive to me. Probably couldn’t pick one out in a sea of SUVs, which is kinda the point - it’s a safe option for people who want an appliance-type car.

      If anything I wish Skodas looked less “decent” and more weird again, like the Yeti and Roomster days

    • spaceflight on 15/02/2025 - 13:19
      +1

      These companies have one job, to make an SUV look decent.

      I agree, I'm glad my car prioritised looks over added safety features.

      I look at my car every day, but I'm never going to crash it.

      You look much cooler without the ugly seatbelt strap over you too!

      • rooster7777 on 15/02/2025 - 14:31
        -1

        sniggers…. you two space folks sure have a different orbit!
        Mind you… without trying to sound offensive, anyone saying the only priority of a car is to "look decent" certainly comes from a different planet from me!
        (unless of course they have a plan like one of my dreams… to buy a dirt cheep used bentley, and a big tug with a big trailer, so I can tow it to social events and unload it 2 streets away to make a grand entrance)

        Reminds me of the response I got on ozbargain from a beemer owner saying why worry about service costs? I never pay for a service, and I sell them after two years…. a hard reminder to check vehicle servicing records for expensive late model cars!

      • SpaceNinja on 15/02/2025 - 15:27

        Is there are industry standard saying if an SUV is safe it needs to look like a donkey?

        • spaceflight on 15/02/2025 - 15:39

          There must be, because someone who must know all about the standards said

          These companies have one job, to make an SUV look decent.

          But that person must not also realise that looks are personal and what someone likes another person might not like

    • Telios on 15/02/2025 - 13:47

      I also don't understand this commonality of SUVs with minimal clearance over sedans.

      I'd probably just get an Octavia that'll be more efficient for 90% of the driving it'll do, these things won't handle any off roading anyway

    • z28 on 15/02/2025 - 14:22
      +1

      These companies have one job, to make an SUV look decent.

      Any linked document to this statement or your personal wish/claptrap ?

      • SpaceNinja on 15/02/2025 - 15:30

        You want a document saying an SUV needs like an SUV and not a wagon or people mover?

        • z28 on 15/02/2025 - 18:38

          I want to know where that statement comes from. I have never heard of that but s/he seems to be very certain.

  • MrFrugalSpend on 15/02/2025 - 11:51
    +2

    $630 a service is the discounted bulk buy average price option?

    My car service this week was ~$330 ad hoc and that included brake flush so wasn't even the lowest of the price categories.

    • dcep on 16/02/2025 - 03:41

      The $630 figure is derived from $4,400 / 7 years total.

  • smartProverble on 15/02/2025 - 11:54

    Made in Czech Republic.

    Is this a good or bad thing?

    • TEER3X on 15/02/2025 - 12:38
      +3

      They have a really high concentration of beautiful women

      • rooster7777 on 15/02/2025 - 14:33
        -1

        Or are they simply like australia…. and export their best commodities while the locals get the rest?

        • goodwillN1 on 16/02/2025 - 01:21

          Nah. Skoda's are the most sold cars in Czech Rep. Besides the RHD difference they are the exact same cars. The ones in Czech Rep sell cheaper as well, as less equipped models are also available in Europe.
          Czechs like them not only because they are a traditional home brand but also because they are the pragmatic choice. Spacious, relatively reliable and still acceptably priced while not trying to stand out.

      • MrFrugalSpend on 18/02/2025 - 08:15

        So this makes them happier = work better = build better cars?

        or this makes them distracted = build worse cars?

  • grantOS on 15/02/2025 - 11:59
    +3

    Had an Octavia wagon for abour 10 yrs. Was going to trade it after 5, but loved the car, so kept it. Totally underrated, fast enough, handled well, heaps of space, great on fuel. But unfortunately the dealer experience after the warranty ran out was horrible, parts were expensive and they charged a premium price for servicing and did a crap job. Found a tool left in the engine bay after one, they filled the radiator overflow to the top in another, failed to connect the handbrake in another, told me I that they had tested the brake fluid and it needed to be replaced after I had just had the brakes done somewhere else etc etc. I tried taking it to a few other mechanics, but was told that they did not want to work on Euro cars and parts were an issue.
    So from expereince, the Octavia wagon was great would recommend, but you're rolling the dice on getting a good dealer experience. They give the impression that they are a premium brand with a premium service, and charge like it, but really it's just marketing crap. The Superb is a good thing to. What a shame.

    • viirgon on 15/02/2025 - 12:13

      That is a major downside of Skoda in Australia; you have far fewer options than many other brands for dealership servicing. I am in Perth and there's only one main one where I live - customer service is terrible so I decided to make the annual trip down south to Mandurah for the annual servicing. Can't imagine doing that for unexpected repairs though. I will probably sell before 5 yr warranty is up.

      • ltwo on 15/02/2025 - 12:27

        Perth City Skoda? same mob as Perth City Peugeot? whats wrong with them?

      • carlJack on 15/02/2025 - 13:05

        Mandurah Mob is better than Perth you reckon?

    • tp0 on 15/02/2025 - 12:15
      +2

      Most people will have no issues with mechanics and parts. Capital city owners can service at VW specific independent mechanics. Parts are easy to get and not particularly expensive.

      • grantOS on 15/02/2025 - 12:43
        +1

        Possibly true. Like I said, loved the car, but you should not have to go to VW specific independent mechanics. Skoda dealers should have their shit together, that is who new car buyers deal with. I actually hope Skoda does well, it is one of the last brands that does wagons which are great. I will most likely never buy another Skoda and if anyone asks I will give them a balanced account of my experience and they can make up their owns minds.

        • goodwillN1 on 15/02/2025 - 13:07

          I keep hearing thecsame thing. Such a shame that such a bang for a buck (well, excluding tge Chinese offerings) is let down by poor dealer network. The VW independents on the other hand are generally pretty good I hear so there is a way to keep enjoying Skoda and avoiding the dealer experience nightmare.

          • viirgon on 15/02/2025 - 13:46

            @goodwillN1: Good to know about VW independents - maybe an option to explore if I keep my Karoq beyond the 5yr warranty period, as resale value is bad.

  • Mintee on 15/02/2025 - 12:06
    +6

    VW group make great looking and feature ful products probably a leader in the industry but their absolutely dog shit engine parts and plastics and general poor quality really lead to really poor reliability and aftersales service is just garbage. Thats the group as a whole. Theyre just not worth the headaches and cost associated. Even in warranty its just a headache..speaking from first hand experience here

    • onlinepred on 15/02/2025 - 12:55

      Even Mazdas and Toyota are putting plastics in their engines, like expansion tanks etc. if you follow basic service guide you will be fine as they are replaced as part of service guides.

      • Mintee on 15/02/2025 - 12:59
        +2

        Not when items such as water pumps are made from plastic and fail completely prior to to expected service guides. This is where the fundamental methodologies from japanese manufacturers excel. There is complete over engineering in the whole group and unwillingness to fix fundamental flaws. Just google ea888 water pumps, travel assist errors etc. these have been ongoing for years! Yet wheres the permanent resolution in sight. What have they learnt since dieselgate? Nothing.

        • onlinepred on 15/02/2025 - 13:09
          -2

          Current Gen VW don’t use the ea888? Also Mazda 3 2014 had plastic expansion tank that becomes brittle and fails, they did it since 2003.

          The reason the water pump is plastic as it’s part of a service schedule and it’s not designed as a long life component for performance and efficiency reasons.

          If you don’t service your car regularly, perhaps a VW isn’t for you?

          • Mintee on 15/02/2025 - 13:41

            @onlinepred: They do in there 2L variants, Im talking higher end golfs, tormentors, Kodiaq RS, I could continue. Please I had a waterpump and thermostat go on a new GTI at 15k kms… sooo dont be talking to me about not servicing my car :S I havent missed a service on any of my vehicles.

          • r33tom on 15/02/2025 - 16:59

            @onlinepred: That's laughable, 40,000kms on my gti and replacing my water pump is an accepted service item to be replaced? Get the f outta here.

        • goodwillN1 on 15/02/2025 - 13:15
          +1

          Water pump is metal. Thermostat is plastic. They have redesigned it multiple times and also changed how it is positioned between the EA888 generations. So they are trying to learn. Sadly they are still pushing for cost so they still kept the part plastic and while improved and much more rare, the issue persists.
          The issue is EA888 2.0L specific which you don't find in a lot of cars now. Lot of them now have the 1.5L EA211. However, this Kodiaq does have the EA888 so it is a potential issue to be worried about but a lot less likely than before.

          • Mintee on 15/02/2025 - 13:47

            @goodwillN1: https://youtu.be/5NbCeoyxsfg?si=XbQooh5tMMhI6chU&t=782 - Looks pretty plastic to me

            https://clickableautomotive.com.au/products/vw-tsi-audi-tfsi…

            They look quiet different to these guys:

            https://www.nunawadingtoyotaparts.com.au/spare-parts/heating…

            I mean I could go on about the pathetic DSG that will generally die about about 7-10 years….

            • goodwillN1 on 15/02/2025 - 14:41

              @Mintee: That is the thermostat(that plastic octopus) The water pump is the metal piece on the side.
              I should know because I was changing them both couple weeks ago and did a study into the revisions prior to ordering.

              • Mintee on 15/02/2025 - 14:48

                @goodwillN1: well apologies. Either way, that's garbage and been breaking for yonks.

            • goodwillN1 on 15/02/2025 - 14:43

              @Mintee: The Camry Hybrid water pump sure looks plasticky…

              Also which specific part of a DSG are you referring to when it comes to being made of plastic? Surely you know since you are making the point of it being a problem.

              • Mintee on 15/02/2025 - 14:49

                @goodwillN1: Not DSG being plastic…. problematic, the amount of mechatronics unit replacements

                • goodwillN1 on 15/02/2025 - 20:23

                  @Mintee: Could have sworn I read plasticky. :-D I don't think statistically DSG are known as problematic. They have behaviour specifics (jerky at low speed - clutch engages a little erraticaly) but are not a reliability disaster. They are worse forcslow town cruising but are great once you get going. They do require religious servicing and, any transmission, they don't like abuse. So if mist complaints are GTI snd Golf R owners then you know what's up.
                  The dry clutch variants had some issues early on but you would not find those with the more powrful engines like the EA888. Who would have known if your clutch is not oil cooled and you let a computer gently engage it they will burn or shatter faster :-D

                  • NoApostrophePlurals on 17/02/2025 - 09:53

                    @goodwillN1: You're wrong. VAG DSGs are well known to hwve problems. Not limited to one type. Have had running issues with DQ250 and also DQ500 variants. The issues have neem bsd enough they have had international recalls. Im not sure how thats not statistically known as problematic if a company has to issue recalls. Something they usually try to avoid at all costs, even if it damages their reputation.

                    Our Tiguan mechatronics unit was about to fail. It's such a known problem, normally a $5,000 part + labour to replace at VW, VW Australia are replacing them at no cost for the part and approximately $500 for labour, for all cars out of warranty. They will only do this if you complain to head office. Rhey hope you will just pay the full price if you take it in for an out of warranty repair.

              • mordinhoz on 15/02/2025 - 20:15

                @goodwillN1: The good will out of warranty repair had
                has become a person and is now on ozb disputing complainants lol (your nick)

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