Why was Skoda Yeti discontinued?
We’re big fans of the Skoda Yeti at evo. But the Yeti is no longer for this world, as Skoda has banished that nameplate for a new one – the Karoq. The reason for the change is to more closely align the Volkswagen Tiguan-sized SUV to its larger Kodiaq sibling.
What goes wrong with Skoda Yeti?
Fuel leak. This fault can affect Yetis with a 2.0-litre diesel engine that were built between 1 January 2009 and 15 December 2011; the high-pressure fuel line can crack over time and leak fuel into the engine bay. The fix, carried out as a recall, was to fit anti-vibration balance weights to the pipes.
Is a Skoda Yeti a good buy?
If you’re searching for an affordable and practical family SUV, then the Skoda Yeti is definitely worth looking at. There are two Yeti models to choose from – the standard Yeti and the Yeti Outdoor, which gets different styling. In reality, though, both are equally practical and versatile.
Is Skoda Yeti discontinued?
Skoda has discontinued the Yeti [2010-2017] and the car is out of production.
What does Skoda Yeti mean?
The Škoda Yeti (codenamed Typ 5L) is a compact crossover SUV produced by the Czech car manufacturer Škoda Auto and introduced at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show, as the carmaker’s first entry into the SUV market. In 2009, the Yeti was awarded Family Car of the Year by Top Gear Magazine.
Is the Skoda Yeti 1.2 underpowered?
The 1.2 TSI turbo petrol engine is a decent performer. It doesn’t feel out of its depth in such a large car, and good mid-range torque means there’s plenty of pulling power when you need it. The engine will be a little underpowered when the Yeti is fully loaded, but most of the time it’s more than capable.
Why is the Skoda Yeti so good?
While you might automatically assume that the tough-looking Yeti is best suited to a diesel engine and four-wheel drive, actually it’s the front-drive petrol model that makes the most sense. It has perky performance, surprisingly good real-world fuel economy and is much more refined than the diesel.
What is the best engine in a Skoda Yeti?
The engine will be a little underpowered when the Yeti is fully loaded, but most of the time it’s more than capable. With the demise of the 1.6 diesel and 1.8 turbo petrol options, the only choice for more power in the Yeti is to go for the 2.0-litre diesel in either 108- or 148bhp forms.
How often should the timing belt be changed on a Skoda Yeti?
I recommend a change every 50,000-60,000 miles or five years (whichever comes first).
Does Skoda Yeti have timing belt?
Diesel models will also need a replacement cambelt; this is required every four years or 120,000 miles on the 2.0 TDI and 140,000 miles on the 1.6 TDI.
Is Skoda Yeti automatic?
There’s a 148bhp diesel too, which can be had with four-wheel drive or a surprisingly frugal 1.2 TSI 108bhp petrol unit. All engines can be had with the optional DSG dual-clutch automatic transmission.
What is the top speed of a Skoda Yeti?
Skoda Yeti reaches a speed of 140 kmph with ease and it can achieve a top speed of around 170kmph.
Is the Skoda Yeti a good family car?
Since then, this versatile family car has notched up awards for its off-roading and towing abilities, while Auto Express readers have consistently rated it one of the best cars on the market. Having arrived in the second half of 2009, the Skoda Yeti has proven to be an extremely popular compact SUV.
When did the Skoda Yeti get a facelift?
A facelift in January 2014 brought new equipment and a fresh interior, plus two variations: Yeti and Yeti Outdoor. The latter featured more rugged looks and was aimed at buyers keen to use their car off-road.
Are there any recalls on the Skoda Yeti?
Only Yetis with the commonrail (CR) 2.0 TDI engine were affected, with 1,867 vehicles caught up in the campaign – included in this figure were some contemporary Octavias and Superbs as well. The recalled Yetis were built in 2009, 2010 and 2011. The problem was potential diesel leaks due to vibrations damaging high-pressure fuel pipes.
Is the Yeti E a 4 wheel drive car?
Four-wheel-drive Yetis are ideal if you’re towing. The entry-level Yeti E has electric front windows, electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors, remote central locking and air-conditioning. We’d go for at least an S, though, as these feature ESP, alloy wheels and electric rear windows.