Should you buy a used Skoda Laura? | Skoda Laura maintenance cost India | 2010 Skoda TDI | Part 1
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- Hey guys, in this video we look at the service and maintenance cost of my 2010 Skoda Laura.
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As mentioned before, I bought this car a little over a year ago and have been enjoying the premium-ness of a Skoda since then. The performance, especially after the tune is awesome.
However, as with all used cars, there were quite a bit of expenses, which I have documented here. I hope this video will be useful to you guys, especially if you, or your friends are planning to buy a used Skoda.
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Hi, can you help buying a used SKODA superb by evaluating it for a fee?
@@mageshsai ping me on Instagram buddy. I'll try to help
Yes. Buying used premium car is much worth than buying new entry level hatchback. We have travelled in Skoda Laura TSI manual black 2 years ago and I have to say that the performance is excellent👌👍 and the comfort is brilliant👌👍. Great car👍👍👍
What’s the average in city for tsi
One of the most comprehensive and realistic video on maintenance. Thanks a lot mannn
Anytime brother :-)
@@sonnyjayceon6440 don't fall for his trap guys, it's a scam website
@@vedantmishra2555?
Absolutely very informative.. Thank you so much.
Thanks lot for this wonderful video. I thought of buying this car in second hand... Thank god, you really saved me from the disaster. Keep posting videos like this...
Hi, happy to help.
Do note, that this won't be the case always. It's possible to find very good cars, that may not have these issues...
Also, I wanted my car to be perfect, hence the brakes and the wheel bearings. But, costs will be higher, as this belonged to the premium sedan segment, when new.
Me too bro
Another informative and helpful video from you. Have begun looking forward to the next video from you
Thank you for your support :-)
Great Annalise love it I have skoda rider 2007 model clocked around 1lakh km didn't have any major problem still enjoying the ride in mumbai city I get around 16...18.. kmpl and on highway 20....22 kmpl .great fan of skoda Octavia 2007 model....Jai hind.
Hey! I'm planning to by Skoda Laura (2013 model) Diesel. You being a skoda owner, can u give me some tips and suggestions. It'll be very helpful for me. Thankyou!
Last line about 5.5 lakhs was bang on gv a like for that🤟🏼
I bought a 2004 1.9tdi octavia for very cheap..It was sitting since 1 and a half year. I restored it completely. It costed me 45k including new front shocks. Now it runs great
Great bro!
@Minato Namikaze if nothing goes wrong, around 10-12k for general service
@Minato Namikaze Depends on the car condition that you buy. Before buying Check the ac relay, belt tensioner, radiator fan, steering condition(play in steering), Leaking shocks. If you stay in mumbai you would get the parts for very cheap from kurla. Still i would say 20k per year is what you should expect
@@aijazmemon7749 how's the car doing now?
Superb Bro !!!
I'm planning to buy a Skoda Octavia but was confused regarding the maintenance and unexpected repairs....
Awesome review. Very informative.
Very informative and detailed user review, keep it up J !!! 👍
Thank you😃😃
I'm a owner of Fabia 1.2, but struggling with some electrical defects in it. Ex. Audio setup, and windows. But I agree with the built quality, its damn worth. My vehicle is also 10years old but not a single rust in and out. I also recommend to repair skoda vehicles only from those mechanics who had worked on skodas earlier, or else our car is dead.
Very detailed , somethings i never find in other videos.
Thanks buddy😄
Most useful and real video ❤️
This video is amazing! Keep up the great work and you have earned my subscription :) . I'm in crazy love with this vehicle and trying my best to find a good diesel one. I live in Bangalore, but basically from Chennai. So it would be great if you know any good available ones in the market in either Bangalore or Chennai. It would be great if anyone can give me some direction.
Hi, thanks for the support! Yes, finding a clean, low mileage diesel is quite difficult, but the hunt will definitely be worth it.
Keep a look out in all used car apps, forums, fb groups etc,. I'm sure you can find some gems soon enough :-)
Nice Video & Informative Thanks 😊
Thank you for the support :-)
What a video man..Very honest, clear cut and to the point. Really appreciate this amazing content 🙏🏻🙌 Please upload a video about maintenance cost of 5-7 years old VW Polo bhai, if possible 🙏🏻
Such a great review Sir
I was looking for a actual user review of a used Skoda superb.
So, Superb will be more expensive in maintenance and repairs.
Thanks for the review.
Most welcome. Yep, it will be a bit more expensive...
It’s usually the expansion valve that fails on these cars not the Ac compressor. Common issue Skoda dealership recall as well.
Recently realised that 😅
True buddy, still a pain to fix
Keep posting.... All the best
Thank you brother👍
Very informative video
Hello Bro, nice video. Thanks. What if we are not automobile techy? And is Skoda superb diesel automatic is reliable?
BRO I GOT ONE 2011 MODEL SKODA SUPERB, BEST IN PERFORMANCE BUT, STILL NOW I'M STANDING IN GARAGE BECAUSE I LOVE THIS CAR THAT MUCH, BATTERY CHANGED,SERVICE DONE,SOME PAINTINGS DONE, FUEL TANK CHANGED, AND NOW FUEL TANK INSIDE FUEL PUMP CHANGING, NEVER GIVE UP
Awesome bro!
Hahaha vera leval bro
Very detailed tq
Plz make a video on toyota corolla
thanks for the clarity.
Welcome bro. Check part 2 for more details
Very helpful looking for Skoda superb 2010 but was guessing spare parts prices got a rough idea
Glad to help bro. Yes, service is reasonable but spares are expensive, probably 15-20% more than a Laura
@@JRSCars thx bro
Hi, I just bought a 2012 Laura 2.0 MT and like to understand where can it be serviced in chennai apart from the authorised service Center. Where do you actually service your car?
My ventos clutch lasted for 140000 kms in bangalore traffic.
Best video Sir. Whether same problems in VW Passat 10years old?
Hi, thank you. Yes, the problems will be the same, maybe a bit more as the Passat has more electronics.
Which one will be better to buy chevy cruze or skoda laura
Skoda should bring the cost of spares down in india...they would be able to capture a bigger market too
Is it good to buy the first generation octavia vrs this day?
Hi, it's an amazing car. But maintainance may be difficult. I recommend to buy it, only if you have good knowledge about the car, or if you have a very good garage to take care of the car...
Good one 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Is there major difference between pd and cr enigine regarding FE , reliability and fuel economy
CR is slightly better in terms of FE, and also way more silent. Reliability - depends on how you maintain it, but CR is better and can also be tuned to produce more power.
From Mumbai
Your video is informative.
M Planning to purchase Skoda superb of 2016.
Like to know average maintenance cost as per your knowledge.
Hi, for a newer car, you should not have any issues for at least another year. Battery maybe has to be changed and brake discs / brake pads.
With regard to costs, it will approximately be 20% to 30% higher when compared to Laura/Octavia...
@@JRSCars
Wish you a Happy New Year 2021.
Thank you for the quick response. The superb I am looking for, is driven around 50k. Is there anything which I should look out for before or while buying?
@@MM-sw2ey Wishing you an Awesome amazing 2021!!
50k is pretty decent and low mileage for a Superb.
Just check service records.
If maintained well, they are pretty reliable only.
Check the suspension and brakes for wear and tear. AC also and for general oil changes and you should be good to go.
Try purchasing extended warranty from Skoda too. It'll be worth the investment and protect you from unexpected failures.
Great video
Can we do re-registration of old 2013 superb petrol car once it completes its 15 year life?
Yes
Hi there , I recently stumbled upon your channel for skoda content as I am in the market for a laura . need your advice that weather to go for the robust 1.9 TDI or the punchy and rev happy 1.8 TSI . talking about the wear and tear , efficiency and performance side of things . Hope to hear from you soon .
Hi, 1.8TSI is a gem, however mileage is the only issue. Reliability wise, all engines are solid. My personal recommendation is to get a 2.0TDI manual and remap it. Best of performance and mileage. Avoid the DSG, its known to be problematic and expensive if it fails.
I could not find a low mileage 2.0, that's why I went with a 1.9...
Hope this was helpful :-)
Hi ,
I have a 1.8 tsi manual done 57000kms m thinking to sell it ...i drove the diesel and petrol both before buying ...diesel is definitely torquier but for me petrol is more fun even with the stock performance and upgrades have no limits ...surprisingly petrol returned a 15-16 kmpl in my bombay to bangalore trips though i kept cruising at 110 on avg ...1.8 tsi with manual is a gem of combo for me😊
@@TharunPramod can you share me some pictures , location and expected price that you are willing to sell at shivanshunk@gmail.com
@@JRSCars well was about to buy a vrs laura but it had a flashing abs warning , dealer told me he has to change the wheel speed sensor all 4 and a computer module (upwards of a lac) so i backed off
Yes, true the ABS module is very expensive. But do check out other multi-car brand service stations also, it could also be a miss-diagnosis by the dealer.... Out of curiosity, what is the odo reading on the vrs?
Excellent 👍
Although it is not directly related to this video, would you suggest a brand new Skoda in the price bracket of 25-30L? I am unsure of how reliable the newer vehicles are or how good the servicing of VWAG has improved. But one thing which always keeps me away from VWAG cars is their poor servicing and expensive AS&S. Being a Hyundai owner, I am really satisfied with how the service has been. Looking forward to a change sometime after 2 years and I was convinced with the Next Gen Tucson. But as you know, the heart always calls for a sedan which handles like a charm at high speeds. Would be great if you could shed some light on the service experience of newer Skoda cars. Cheers
Hi. Yes, I had the same apprehensions as you, especially when I bought a used Skoda.
Previously had an Esteem, and a Santro AT, which was replaced by a City AT and Ikon respectively.
If you buy a used Skoda, then you need to have an independent garage to take care of minor stuff and go to Skoda service only for safety critical components.
That being said, Skoda has really improved over the years and service as such should not be an issue on newer cars.
From your price bracket, I assume you are waiting for the new Octavia mk4 and I think its a great option.
All the best and I hope you pick up the 2.0TSI or the vRS when it comes out. :-)
@@JRSCars Thanks a lot for your quick response. The thing with getting any car in India is that it is a family decision and daily practicality and maintenance is a huge priority. Yes, I am excited for the next gen Octavia and hopeful that it will be competitively priced. Once again thanks for your reply.
@@adityasundar324 Happy to help an enthusiast :-)
That's the purpose of my channel as well :-)
@@JRSCars I believe independent garages can also service those safety mechanical components without any problems when given to a trusted mechanic!
@@reianonymous9487 true. But if you drive at 180-200 at any occasion, I prefer a reputed garage, that torques bolts to specs instead of taking a risk at those speeds
Best ownership review
Thanks man. Part 2 coming soon xD
65k per year is not cheap I guess, I think we can maintain a premium luxury cars like Mercedes, Audi, bmw etc with this price ??
Hi, this is my experience with the car and do note - wheel bearings and brakes are big items, that need replacement after many thousand km (brakes - full set, every 30-40k, depending on driving and wheel bearings usually last 1L+km)
So yes its expensive, but these are long term replacements...
Thanks Nanba
Anytime thala
Thank you for the informative video. Im interested in buying a 2012 Laura 2.0tdi CR kept in decent condition. Service history is not available. In your opinion, are those engines reliable as compared to 1.9tdi?
Hi, most welcome. The 2.0 tdi's are better overall. No service history is a bit worrisome
Get the car checked properly inside n out before you decide to buy, else maintenance will eat ur money fast
10 year old car, clocked only 30000 km ? I hope you have confirmed that properly...
Yes, I verified with VCDS.
@@JRSCars sir what is the meaning of VCDS ?
@@hasbullamagomedov6520 vcds is a software for VAG cars. You can adjust and unlock some features using it
Maybe NRI Owned
I am in love with Skoda laura.. i just keep watching almost every video in youtube and articles in the internet.. But had to inclined to toyota corolla due to its reliability.. see we may not be driving spiritedly everyday,, then why should we want these performance cars.. i even think about honda civic over laura at times... but yet blindly i love laura... i have been shortlisting some laura Diesel from Mumbai/delhi rather in Bangalore/chennai... they seems very cheap and moderately driven.. 65000 to 1lakh Kms in the odo... i need some reliable mechanic contacts who can scan the car and rectify the errors apart from finding the visible and mechanical issues.. advise please.
Where are you based bro? I'm frm Chennai, as mentioned in the video, all safety critical components I replace only with Skoda dealer. For minor repairs, my local mechanic takes care and I do the oil changes at Shell.
Corolla is a no-nonsense, reliable car, however it doesn't have a rewarding driving experience.
Laura, will be expensive to maintain, but the thrill, premium feel and driving experience at less than 6L, can beat stock used Audi's of the same generation, without breaking the bank (especially with a 2.0 CR TDI or the wonderful 1.8 TSI)
@@JRSCars I am from madurai and settled in Bangalore, there are plenty of Skoda Laura's are available in cars24 delhi compared to Bangalore or Chennai and the price difference is huge. My neighbour has got the 1st gen Laura which is 135000km looks like better than many new car( he has a superb garage)
Car is Delhi are usually cheaper. Suggest you get a less used Laura, facelift after 2009, with full service history. However, my personal opinion is a big car is Blore traffic is a headache. If you will be using the car for highway drives between Madurai and Blore, then only it'll be worth it...
@@JRSCars what abt laura dsg reliability??
@@gauravdani4576 the laura offers a dry clutch. The dq200. Which is famous for failing. A chip known as mechatronics fail which can cost upwards of 80k to replace
Hi .Can any one tell Vento vs laura Which one"s Recommend high maintenance?
Hi, both are in a different segment.
VW Vento and Skoda Rapid are C-segment sedans.
VW Jetta and Skoda Laura/Octavia are D-segment sedans.
D-segment is more pricey and will be more expensive to buy, run and maintain.
Bought 7 year old diesel Rapid and no repairs in the last one year...I drove 1000KM/month on average...If repair comes I may have to spend money...Skoda repair cost is double to the Maruti's...
Thnx bruh..
Welcome bro
Please make a vedio on mileage also
Sure. Will do.
basically the old gen Skodas are good but the company makes almost double profit in servicing and maintenance
That's true. That's why smart people take it to Skoda only for critical parts like brakes and timing belts.
Everything else an independent garage or even Shell bunks will take care of (oil chg)
Hi , amazing video .... planning to buy a 2006 Octy 1.9 tdi with 1.5 lac kms on odo in decent condition for 1 lakh ..what you do you think about it in terms of price and maintenance?
Hi, thank you. Pl check for service records. Get a specialist /dealer to inspect and give a report.
1 lakh seems fair, but it's 14 years old, so components might be worn out..
@@JRSCars Car has been serviced outside for periodic maintaince but only at ASS for any part replacement . Recently the timing belt has also been changed . Mechanic told that as of now only suspension has to be replaced and brake pads
Nice bro.
Have you tried any additives like diesel additives or oil additives?
Thanks bro. I have used LiquiMoly diesel injector cleaner twice. It's quite good.
Try 3M oil additive and diesel additive.. and most importantly change the K&N air filter. You won't believe the performance 😊☺️.. my Skoda Laura 2010 elegant automatic... Changed brand new car pick up... Try and let me know...
@@rrrg2005 Thank you brother. I Will surely let you know. Which engine oil is better for smoothness and performance?
Hi can we get spares at Skoda to be serviced at independent garage? My 1.9 tdi Octavia is showing signs of improper engagement of fifth gear..I'm nervous to take it to Skoda service center..From Madras.
Hi, yes, it is possible. You will need copies of ur car RC and ur pan card to buy spares of the counter.
You can buy and fix it outside😊
Skoda has improved their service drastically, but for older cars, it's better to service it at an independent garage...
The video is very informative.. but final statement is not correct... Because 5.5 lakh cars not a Sadan big size car.. no air bag.. safety features almost nil.. breaking distance and Tyre width like a bullet Tyre... Every time traveling in Highway especially in India huge risk involved. We can't compromise life of family... So my theory is safety for most important. It's fine for spending money little higher side.. Thank you...
Hi, that's what I said in the video, buying a used car for 5.5L (originally worth 15L+), is much better than buying a new small car for 5.5L. Safety, performance, curb appeal, etc., is all better in a premium used car, compared to a cheaper new car.
It all depends many factors like the perspective of the buyer, whether he wants a new car within his budget or a used car in that budget, maintenance cost, fuel economy, and 10 year car will have frequent breakdowns vis a vis a new car, resale value, parking space, maneuvering a big car in traffic, availability of spare parts, etc. In delhi, i suppose cars more than 15 years old are banned.
Also, as in this video had that car probably regularly serviced and maintained by the previous owner and driven properly the next owner wouldn't have to had face such frequent repair issues.
I myself had driven a Skoda superb for a few days, and ever since I have been in love with it and wanted to buy a used Skoda Superb or Octavia, but like in this video when I have seen so much expensive maintenance cost for just casual replacement parts like oil, disk brakes, etc and frequent repairs, then it won't be affordable for a middle class person.
Surely once you sit in a premium sedan, the comfort, safety, features, it offers etc. vis a vis a entry level car offers cannot be described in words but only experienced.
Or else probably i would take a middle ground something like a 5 year old Honda city..
But, still a kind of review i been looking for for the past 3 year's.
Subscribed.
Plz do similar kind of reviews.
Hello members. I wanna buy used Honda City (2010-2013) or Skoda Laura(2010-2013) or Honda Civic.
Currently I m using Hyundai i20 Asta diesel and quite happy but bored with this vehicle as using from 2010.
Pls suggest a good vehicle from above choises with low maintenance and high milleage.
Hi, will it be your second car? If so, then you can get a petrol Laura - maintenance and running will be expensive, but amazing performance!
Civic - maintenance will be less, but FE will be low (8-10 city mileage)
City - maintenance will be cheapest among the suggested cars and FE will be the highest, but fun factor will be the least.
JRS Cars Thanks for your reply brother. My next car would be my second car. Skoda Laura and Superb are my dream cars but seeing this video I m worried abt the maintenance cost I have to bear in future. Also I would like to move my mind to honda city or hyundai verna. Would require your suggestions. Also I had searched laura in local second hand car malls but not getting maintained laura which is quite disappointing.
You can get a master and slave cylinder manufactured by a reputed brand such as SACHS for 4500 combined.
Yep. We were stuck during the pooja holidays. If we had waited, we would have been stuck there for atleast a week.
Skoda helped us out by over-nighting the parts and fixing the car the next day itself
Skoda letest video uploaded please
I didn't understand bro.
Bhai hindi me bhi bana Liya kero. Kyoki aapka contant bahut acha hai.
I changed my mimd to buy skoda 67000 thats way to mich for just 35k km car. What will happen after 60-80k km thats the main failure point is.
Yes. But you are getting a 15L worth car, for 5L. Parts will be costly as a 15L car. But, road presence, driving feel, etc., is way better than any Maruti, Hyundai or Renault.
I m proud 2nd owner of skoda Laura 2012 diesel....
And since I use it little so I wish to know along with routine engine oil change once a year should I change all the filters etc too...
In Last service I changed engine oil oil filter and it cost me only around 6000/-
Hi, yep, even if you don't use the car often, you must get the oil changed every year / 15k km.
Over time, oil degrades and its safer to charge the oil, rather than go for an expensive engine rebuild...
Also, every time you change the oil, the oil filter also needs to be changed.
Air filter - depends on how dirty it is...
I was hoping u will share regarding changing air filters and others filters should I also change them as since last service I drove less than 2000 km.
@@vincentvivek5908 Oil filter and Air filter I covered in previous reply. Pollen filter, needs to be changed only when it gets dirty.
Diesel filter every 25-30k km (depending on quality of diesel)
@@JRSCars tnq so much for valuable information and your time.
How much cost to car bro plss share ur num plssss
M planning to buy octavia ambition tsi 2015......is it worthy to buy second hand?
Yes, definitely. A newer Octavia should be easier to maintain than an older car.
Just check service history and if it's been maintained properly
Thanks bro
I have come across vw vento petrol 2011 which is worth ₹2.38lakhs . It has done 78,000km on odometer. 2nd owner . He says the price is slightly negotiable. Should I go for it? Because I have always loved VW Vento and Skoda Rapid but I keep seeing and hearing from people about how it is expensive to maintain and costly spare parts and all other usual horror stories available with low resale value cars . Please advise me on this 🙌 . I am really in 2 states of mind right now.
Hi, the horror stories are true for badly maintained cars. A well maintained car, will be relatively trouble free.
Check for service history and as mentioned in the video, keep 10% of the cars origina value ready for any sudden failure.
Being petrol, engine wise you should be fine, if its been properly taken care of.
Check AC and suspension, and clutch if MT, if all is good then your safe. All the best
@@JRSCars And how should I maintain the vento Petrol MT if I buy one ? How can I avoid getting ripped off by vw service centers? Because they also loot their customers in the name of preventive maintenance. For eg changing a spare part few thousand km before it's life is over. What should I ask them to service and what can be done by the mechanic? So that I can maintain the car without breaking my father's FD 😢. Because the labour charges will be really high with VW and Skoda cars especially when they are 10yrs old . Since there is no warranty for it the cost of the spares and labour costs will be high .Is it ok to buy spares online from amazon or partsbigboss or boodmo? Are they original? And if they are duplicate will they have good quality? Or should I just buy the spares from service centre and get it fitted from local mechanic? Because the mechanics in my town are well versed with fixing old VW Vento and Rapid i think Because I have seen them repairing them many times 😀, I haven't seen people dissatisfied with them,some of them are usual customers with TDI vento. Please help me with my queries 🙌
Very good video
Thanks
Hi bro, it was really helpful for me. I am thinking to buy a Octavia VRS MK1 2005 model. Can I know the details of it or can you please make a small review of it as well as the maintenance?
Hi, it's an amazing car! Maintenance may be a bit on the higher side and getting a clean low mileage car, maybe difficult as well.
Will try to bring a review soon!
Can we do re-registration of second hand Skoda petrol car after it completes it 15 year life? In uttar pradesh?
Yes. I did for my ikon.
Brother i m planning to get 2011 Skoda Laura MT, Wat is ur suggestion after ur overall experience.
Wat is the bhp n torque for manual transmission
Yes, definitely worth it. Just check everything mentioned in the video and overall condition. Keep 50k aside for emergency expenses. You will have an awesome car for the price :-)
105 bhp and 250 nm. With a 2.0 tdi manual, stage 1+ remap will give 170 bhp and 380 nm.
Camry mt’’10 or Laura 2011 diesel. Which would be a viable option.?
I'll go with Laura. In India, Camry is seen as a "driver driven car". Also, 2.4L petrol in Camry, will give terrible mileage...
Laura diesel, will have epic performance and good mileage.
Maintenance, I assume should be almost same...
@@JRSCars what u think about skoda superb 2011 buy in 2020......
@@RamanKumar-sm3gs Hi, it's also a great car but filled with electronics which will be expensive if they fail.
If you find a clean, low mileage car, get it checked thoroughly by either the dealer or an independent garage before buying it. Also keep atleast 3-4 lakhs of spare cash for unexpected maintenance...
@@JRSCars and verna fludic 2012 auto good choice.
Hi sir..I am going to buy a skoda superb ..but am confused..whether to buy diesel automic or petrol automatic ..or manual...petrol automatic is 2012 55 k single owner.
Diesel automatic 2013 70k single owner
Manual petrol 2012 33k single used..
Which option would be the best and safe to consider for buying in terms of expense and maintenance
Bro which one to buy Laura diesel or old Octavia diesel and where to buy bro naanum Chennai thaan??
Laura better bro. Old octavia is very old now... Laura is difficult to find in good condition, old Octi is even more difficult. Yes, I'm also from Chennai. I bought on OLX, after 6 months of searching...
@@JRSCars thanks bro hope I.will find it soon still I'm worrying abt maintenance
I own a polo used car, i spent 30 to 50 k on an average per year. Never buy used car from vw group
Thank you for the video, but i would strongly disagree on one point, where you said this is indeed a good buy, no it is not.
You have spent almost 70k in one year on car that has been driven only 34k km, imagine what all can we expect once it crosses 100k km, i am a skoda lover too but this information simply gives me an extreme negative vibe.
If you are looking to buy a car with such a high maintenance then why not prefer an Audi A4 or an A6 ? Or may be a C200 ? At least it seems worth spending so much on a german brand.
I must appreciate the kind of content you are producing though, keep going mate.
Waiting for more such videos.
Hey man. Thanks for your positive feedback.
See, the things I spent on are one-time stuff, we don't change brakes, wheel bearings, etc, every year right.
For a year, like during lockdown, I've spent 10k tops on regular servicing. Yes, true, an A4 or A6 would have been better, but those have much more complex, expensive parts.
Vento 1.5 TDI vs Skoda laura 1.9 PD TDI....Which one among these cars feel punchy and fun to drive?(Non-Remapped)
1.5 TDI is more punchy in stock form.
Lighter weight and CR tech.
Ideally Polo 1.5 TDI is the best.
Bro...Where can I get the front bumper of Laura vRS? It looks gorgeous 😍 Can I fit it in normal Laura 2.0 TDI ?
Hi, any reputed car customization shop should be able to get it for you.
And Yes, you can fix the vRS bumper on the 2.0 TDI (or any Laura)
@@JRSCars Thanks for ur reply bro 👍🤗
Believing that a 9-10 year old skoda was driven only 34K is the biggest mistake . and that also when you know it has a mixed service history. Meter tampered. It won't fail if Kms 34k is genuine. Usually these issues comes closer to 80k -1L.
The odo was verified with VCDS...
Also, city driven cars, the wear and tear is more on clutch components...
Hi there! I'm buying a used Jetta 2.0 TDI AT with a stage 1+ code 6 tune, BMC air filter and Bilstein B6 dampers. The owner of the vehicle is a proper car enthusiast and he is selling the car because he just bought a vRS230! He didn't even post an ad on OLX I got to know about this deal through a friend of mine in the CW Bangalore Whatsapp group! He's the second owner and the car has clocked about 85k km! He's upgraded it with vRS alloys and a new MIB2 Head unit as well! He's serviced it at code 6 every 7000km and while driving the car I couldn't notice anything bad! I drove other second hand octavia's and jetta's but honestly this felt like a new car in front of them! I'm still thinking about getting it inspected at a VW service centre before going ahead with it! But do you think it's a good deal !?
Hi, it looks like a great car that's been well taken care of. You haven't mentioned the price though...
However, if the car is in excellent condition and you have all service records - go ahead with it.
Just be cautioned, that some spares may be expensive - like AC, etc.,
@@JRSCars he had quoted 10L but I've managed to bring it down to 8.7L
@@rakshitkumardixit88 okay. Which year is it? Variant?
If its is 2015+ and a Highline, its still slightly high... But worth it, if the car is in excellent condition.
Also, the car has been tastefully modded, and if you plan to keep the car for a while, it's worth it.
Especially if you consider buying a stock car and doing the mods yourself, it'll cost you a lot more.
Try for 8 or 8.5, however if 8.7 is the final offer - I say go for it, only if the car is in excellent condition...
@@JRSCars it's actually a 2013 Highline! He's done a lot of tasteful mods and he's also added a TMPS and a front and back dash cam as well!
The road taxes are quite high in Bangalore and the car is KA registered so maybe that's why the price seems a little high
@@rakshitkumardixit88 Hmm. Market price for a 2013 stock Highline with 85k and 2nd owner would be around 6 or 6.5 at the max.
If your heart is set on the car and you don't mind the premium, go for it.
As I said, if you wanna do all the mods yourself, it'll cost you a lot of time and money.
Try for 8L final, but if he's solid on 8.7 - you can close for that.
Note: if and when you plan to sell the car, you will not get anywhere close to this amount. So that's another thing to keep in mind.
Hlo sir looking for a 2011 laura 1.8 petrol version in gurgaon is it compatible with cng systm
Hi, not sure if CNG will work with a TSI (turbocharged engine)
Also if you want mileage, don't go for a Skoda TSI, look at a some non-turbo small capacity petrol, especially if you want CNG.
Wagon R Duo, with in-built CNG kit is a good option.
Maintenance will be cheap also. Skoda is very pricey.
After watching this video i want to skip buying skoda....🤣😂😂
Hi, older cars are attractively priced, but always remember that maintenance cost will be equivalent to the segment of car...
Reddigaaru always he is comparing donkey with horse or elephant. He should have been compared skoda with honda civic or accord.
@@JRSCars Me too, A known lawyer wants to sell me his superb for really low price. I felt like, "When an offer is too good to be true it aint", And after seeing this video seems like I was right.
Recently Bought the same Skoda Laura 2010 TSI
Bro can you suggest a Good Independent Garage for the Mechanic works.
It will be Really Helpful.
Thanks.
Where are you based buddy? If Chennai, check my ikon review, my mechanic details are listed
What's the blue wagon at 1:09? Is it a Nissan?
Yep, Nissan Evalia.
What about Turbo post remap ? How much will be for a turbo repair or replace ?
The same engine set up produces 140 bhp abroad. So this power upgrade is well within the capability of the turbo. Additionally, I change the engine oil (fully synthetic) every 9k km, as well as follow the 1 minute rule for the turbo. Cost wise, it'll probably be around a lakh to replace...
@@JRSCars thanks Bro.. I am quite interested in taking a used skoda octavia or Laura. But worried about part replacements.. Also interested only in manual diesel variants which are difficult nowadays to get.
True bro. Its very difficult to find a clean, low mileage diesel manual Skoda Octi/Laura...but not impossible. It took me 6 months to find this car...
As I said in the video, for safety critical parts - do it at Skoda, or at least buy OE parts and fix outside. Stuff like AC etc, better to do at a specialist for half the cost.
I'm looking for a used car and my two final options are Laura Ambition 2.0 MT(2013, 57k kms) and Ambiente 2.0 MT(2010, 85k kms). Both cars are well maintained. I'm confused about which one to choose. Can you please tell the difference between these two engines and which one would be the best choice?
Hi bro, are you sure both are 2.0CR TDI? 2010 had both 1.9 and 2.0
Please check another video I've made detailing the differences.
Personally, go with the 2.0CR. It's more modern and more tunable..
@@JRSCars Yes bro, both are 2.0
As per some websites like carwale, 2010 ambiente had 110hp(12kmpl ARAI) and 2013 ambition had 108 hp (20kmpl ARAI). Is this true? If yes which version is better? Please let me know..
@@praneethchandra1699 nope. Both are very similar in mileage. The 1.9PD is bit more fuel efficient, but less refined and less future proof. The 2.0CR is more modern and smoother.
Nice video machi, nice car but maintenance cost is crazy. I guess I’ll have to compromise for a civic.
Yep bro. Maintenance is quite expensive. But, consider spending only 5L, to get 15L worth of car + saving on loan interest, then it becomes a better proposition...
But civic too is one awesome machine.
@@JRSCars That's true, but also I'm planning to get settled in life XD. So I've to think of other expenses too, I can't keep spending huge amount on the car maintenance then I'll have no savings 😅.
I am planning to buy a 2012 laura 2.0 TDI manual. 1. How much would a Stage 1 remap cost? Which brand of remap would you suggest? 2. Would you recommend a friendly neighbourhood mechanic or Skoda service in Bengaluru (I know you are from chennai but I guess Tafe Access is both in Chennai and bengaluru) Glad to visit your video. Subscribed!!!
Hi, thanks for the support. For remap details like cost and performance, you can check out this video czcams.com/video/OR_-8OQFvP0/video.html
Regarding service, heard Skoda opened a new service station /dealership, so it should be good.
Am independent garage should also be capable enough (haven't used TA in person, so can't comment)
Regarding the 2.0 tdi manual, that's the best variant in my opinion. All the best!
Hi if you are in Chennai I need some car advice pertaining to Laura cab you help
Ping me on instagram buddy
Thanks for the info, i will never buy used skoda or new one forever .
New is not so bad buddy
Hi..I'm quite impressed by your video and started searching for used laura.. But during the search I came across a skoda yeti.. Need your suggestion bro.. It's a 2013 elegance 4×4, single owner, 65k odo, quoting around 7lk bangalore
Hi bro, thank you.
Yeti is a very solid car, but parts are a bit more pricey than Laura (tho they both use similar parts)
The price seems decent for a 4x4 elegance model, however, go for it only if you require a 4x4, as mileage will be lower and maintenance costs will be higher.
Anyhow, pls get the car inspected and chk service history also.
All the best :-)
@@JRSCars thanks for your suggestion
Tq bro
On olx skoda laura is available for 2.6 lakhs 2010 model... Is it worth buying???
Verify the mileage and condition. Best is to take a trusted mechanic to check the condition. You can use this video to bargain a better price, if things are worn out/need replacing.
If all is good you can take an informed buying decision
Sir, how about Skoda Yeti?? Will the cost be same?? Would love to 👂on this?? How's Yeti BTW?? TIA 😊
Yep, the Yeti is a very underrated car in India, it was ahead of its time and at that price, didn't find a lot of buyers.
To my knowledge, its a great car and maintenance should be little higher than Laura, but less than Superb.
Do check the AC (notorious in all Skoda's) and the 4x4 drive train as parts can be expensive.
Sometimes even Skoda mechanics may not check things like differential fluid, etc., (Yeti 4x4 was the only 4x4 sold by Skoda, apart from Superb 4x4 which had a very limited run)
@@JRSCars Thank you for the Wonderful Reply 😊
I want more info on remapped/ tune...plzz
I've another full video on that. Pl chk that out
Am planning to buy 2010 Skoda Laura se one owner diesel. Is it good to buy
Check the car properly - you’ve seen the video so you know the expenses
Make an informed decision
Car is fantastic only if maintained and cared for properly
In my case previous owner did not do that so I spent a lot
Hi, I came across Scoda yeti Elegance 4 wheel drive 2012 model. 1 lakh km driven, suspension changed recently. Car is in good condition(but 3rd Owner).
What should be the price.?
Hi,
If everything is perfect, between 3L to 4L is ball park number
Depending on AT or MT, last service, timing belt, clutch, AC, etc.,
If its going to be your only car, don't buy it. If you are looking at a second car, and can afford upto 1L extra in repairs, then go for it
So what u think should I go for a 10 year old fabia for 1.6 or a alto .... I won’t use that car more than 3 years ...
That depends on your use for the vehicle. Daily use, you need a reliable vehicle, so get an alto.
This is my third car, so if something needs maintenance, I've back up
Bro which is the better option cruze Or Laura?
I prefer Laura bro, overall. Cruze has good power but horrible turbo-lag. Also fit n finish of Laura is way better. Since, Chevy left India, parts supportability maybe an issue..
Yes, 100% True...
Bro. Recently bought laura elegance 2011 12 model. Cars dng good
Cool bro👍
Hey I am planning to buy a second hand Laura at cost 3.4 lakh which is driven 70k km (2013 model, Diesel , sun roof) please share your views: Is it worth to buy this car ?? I have to take decision within 2-3 days any suggestions would be appreciated
Hey man. Check for proper service records.
If you can afford the maintenance and if it is not your only car, go for it no question.
If it is going to be your only car, then get it throughly checked by a professional, and always keep 1.5L handy to take care of any maintenance it might need.
2013 is the last year of the Laura, so it's a bit special...
All the best
@@JRSCars thanks for your response!! You are really doing a great job.
I have dropped the idea bcz it would be my only car and m not that much stable right now to afford that much maintenance cost .
Again thank you so much!! You earned my subscription.
My sister owns Rapid and ran about 2 lakh kilometres, and the service cost is cheaper than the swift comparatively in long term.
And I was having used Volkswagen vento for 3 years, and the maintenance was not expensive.
The main problem is by the used car dealers, who spread the gossips to buy the used cars at low prices, and also mechanics spread the rumours because they don't know how to service/ repair other companies cars except maruti and Hyundai.
It largely depends on how the first owner takes care of the car.
Check my review on my Honda City, which we bought new, it had absolutely no issues.
Both the Laura and Ikon were purchased second hand, hence the repairs.
@@JRSCars ok no problem, but i am unable to unthinkable why you are comparing ikon with auto oh sorry alto, and suparab with city
@@antaresbnv3350 Ikon with Alto is comparing a used ikon (cheaper than 1L) vs the Cheapest new car (Alto)
I don't think I compared Superb with City anywhere
@@JRSCars Alto commands more resale value, because of stupid customers.
I think in this video you had compared Laura with city regarding service cost.
Oh like that, I mentioned that coz I've experienced the City over 10 years (as a new car) hence the mention
Does skoda still provide its parts??
Im planning to buy this car 2012 model 60k driven in 4 lakh should i go for this???
Hi, yes. It was discontinued in 2013. So parts will be available at least till 2023.
Also, the Laura is basically a VW Golf/Jetta - so parts will always be available aftermarket