2011 Skoda Superb Elegance 2.0 TDi
Summary:
Comfortable, but undecided long term
Faults:
Clutch failed, EGR valve needed replaced, broken bonnet release, ABS sensor, plus all the typical wear and tear items replaced.
Water pump leaked, but replaced when I changed the cambelt.
Dash warning indicates power steering issues, but sometimes goes away on its own, no problem apparent.
Bought used, but the car has been looked after, serviced on time.
General Comments:
A large saloon form Skoda, the Superb is among one of the best cars for the money if you just need a large spacious vehicle.
Not that fun to drive, but the 2.0 TDi is probably the best all round engine - plenty of power and does around 45 mpg or a little more on diesel.
Elegance model has leather seats and all the electrics expected of the time. Space inside this car is as good as it gets. Very smooth on the motorway. Quiet as well for diesel, you rarely hear the engine.
Nice, but nowhere near as reliable as my old 2006 Honda Accord. As much as I like this car it is a little overrated - I have had it a few years now and it's not quite as reliable and "solid" as its reputation suggests, and it is expensive to repair. Not a bad car by any means, but I don't know if I'd buy another.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 3rd May, 2024
1st Oct 2021, 14:23
I had very similar things to say about mine, these are great cars. So cheap to run and economical it makes you wonder - do we need electric cars or hybrids when even 10 year old diesels can be cheap to run and still good to drive and own?