2012 Skoda Superb SE Greenline II Estate 1.6 TDi from UK and Ireland
Summary:
Dull, but worth it!
Faults:
Nothing much in my short one and a half year ownership. The car has high mileage, but clearly has been looked after well with all oil changes and belt changes where applicable; the only issues I have had is the ABS light flickers on and off, probably just a sensor issue and should not be too much to fix.
Cosmetically the car is in great shape inside and out for its age. The rear load cover is broke however. No big deal, I can get the part off eBay if I really want.
Air con is also a bit weak.
Creak from the rear suspension - will get it checked out soon.
General Comments:
A fantastically huge car for the money. This Superb is in great shape and I got a great deal due to high mileage. Probably been a taxi at some point, but this car has been looked after well.
White estate model with alloy wheels, good looking for what it is.
Interior has soo much space and electrics to play with it is almost unbelievable. The car fits four adults or more in perfect comfort. It is the ideal long distance cruiser. For a 2012 car, it feels as good as new inside. The touch screen is a little dated however.
To drive this is this car's only negative - it is very dull. Steering is pretty lifeless. Suspension soaks up bumps in the road well, but feels too soft. The 1.6 TDi diesel engine is economical, but a little noisy and rough. And very, very slow (0-60 mph in 12 seconds??) But on the plus side, I am getting a genuine 50 + miles per gallon, cheap road tax (at time of writing!) and insurance and repairs + servicing have been reasonable.
If you are after a big family car, a looked after Superb is a great choice.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 1st March, 2025
1st Mar 2025, 18:41
I had a 2012 Octavia from new, and had a flickering ABS light, it was traced to rust build-up on the surface of the rear brake discs. Check that isn't what's happening on your car. We were told to solve the problem by doing some heavy braking first thing each day to clear the surface rust off. Worked more or less, but ended up having the rear discs replaced under warranty after 2 years.