Potential rs buyer

[BluChris]

Actually the DPF is a big issue if you only do short trips. It needs very regular 80 km/h + burn offs or it fills up and you can face expensive dealer costs to dischrage it. So yes, petrol only if you just do stop start/shopping and don't travel far.

[Zim_rs]

wait till july to see what the MK3 model looks like i reckon. I traded my Liberty for a skoda aswell mate best choice ive ever made.

Ps.. go the blue!

[woofy]

You will not be able to get an RS Mk3 before the baby is born, they won't be around until likely the end of next year here. We had a newborn in our Skoda and got it with an 18mth old. With the babyseat rearward facing I had more room (6'1) with it behind the passenger seat than we did in our 323.

On a side note, capsules can't be used for very long and are IMHO a waste of money to buy. Look into borrowing one, or you can hire them. Or skip it altogether as you will eventually be using a birth>4yrs old convertible in rearfacing mode for 12mths in terms of what will be in the back. As others have mentioned, the best forerunner for that which is also the biggest is the SnS Meridian, we had the prior version and it fitted fine. It's not the only good one, but just letting you know it fits fine in RF mode. We bought some thick towels to protect the leather etc as well.

[cbay]

Y As others have mentioned, the best forerunner for that which is also the biggest is the SnS Meridian, we had the prior version and it fitted fine. It's not the only good one, but just letting you know it fits fine in RF mode.

I can vouch for this. It's been good so far!

[MrGadget]

Baby is due in August so not even the standard MK3 will be available by then. Guess I should wait a bit longer and hope for a race blue to turn up at a dealer, I have found one but it is a diesel. We planned to hire a capsule, not buy one. Thanks for the SnS meridian recommendations.

I think rear seat space should be fine, we are not tall people so moving the seat forward a little should cause any dramas.

[Ocy_RS_TDi_Kombi]

I’ve got a 2009 RS TDi DSG Wagon with just over 80,000km now. I drive the Ocy as my daily drive to/from work which is Nunawading to Richmond & back. 46 km all up with half of it sitting idle in traffic The average economy is 7.5l/100km in this driving.

I’ve also taken the Ocy to Mildura & back approx 15 times now with the average economy being 5.5l/100km (empty) to 6l/100km full with baby stuff, clothes, etc. Also lately have been towing a heavy duty single axle trailer as we are taking bikes now, tools and other stuff to Mildura and the Ocy averages 8l/100km. These figures aren’t too bad considering the average speed for the trips are approx 100km/h and it also includes having to get across Melbourne’s peak hour traffic on the way to Mildura.

Space wise the Ocy has more than enough in the rear seat for 2 babyseats/toddler seats but isn’t wide to have an adult sit there for more than a few minutes. The boot is massive and you can fit more in any Ocy wagon’s boot than a Commodore Sportwagon’s – compared the 2 cars with a friend of mine.

Power wise the diesel/DSG combo is great, the gear changes are instant. I can say the Ocy is just as quick as a Commodore SV6 and a Falcon XR6 in the traffic GPs – not too bad for a diesel. Once one of the guys spoke to me and when I told him it was a diesel his face dropped I don’t notice the power drop off above 4,000rpm as it revs so quickly in 1st gear (read wheelspinning) you don’t have time to manual change it to 2nd gear. It’s got paddles on the steering wheel but I think it’s a waste of time with all the torque and I let the DSG do all the work. The low down grunt is really good and rarely does the motor need to rev past 3,000rpm in normal driving.

My missus has a Ford Mondeo Ecoboost (2.0 turbo petrol – 150kw/300nm) with PowerShift transmission (Ford’s version of the DSG). We both agree the Ocy’s DSG is smoother in operation. The Ocy doesn’t have the typical diesel clatter either which is nice but the petrol motor in the Mondeo is smoother at idle and quieter – overall the Mondeo is a quieter car too. Powerwise the Ocy runs away from the Mondeo initially and stays there. Once the Mondeo winds up its good but doesn’t catch the Ocy. The TSi motor in the RS would be a different beast again. Fuel economy in the city the Mondeo does 10.5l/100km and the highway 8l/100km.

I am actually about to put the Ocy on the market as the lease is up and we need a 7 seater, so we’ve ordered a Kia Sorento diesel. If you’re interested in a Race Blue RS TDi DSG Wagon, 80km on the clock, excellent condition and 1 year left on the Skoda extended warranty, let me know...........

[spud75]

Hi guys, I'm considering purchasing an ex-demo Octavia RS wagon. My wife and i are expecting our first baby and the golf gti (wife's current car) is just too small, ie pram just fits in boot. So the plan is to trade my Liberty and I drive the gti.

I have noticed that some rs wagons have a silver colored surround around the touch screen and centre controls, while others have a carbon fiber look which IMO opinion looks nicer. Is this an option or is it a model year change?

For those with newborns, is the rs OK in terms of rear space for a capsule/car seat? Any other things I should consider in terms of practicality in going for the rs?

How does the TDI compare to the petrol rs? I can't seem to find any reviews that compare them.

Thanks. Now to find a blue rs wagon! I've only come across a TDI model but not sure if I want a diesel.

I cant exactly compare a TSI RS and TDI but close.

I have driven the 90tsi octy wagon with DSG and it was fine. But not what I would buy.

Previous car was A4 with chipped 1.8T manual. Loved the turbo shove at 2750rpm. Great gear box, big boot, but it was s sedan.

Then the A3. The boot in the A3 is about 100mm longer inside than a Golf. (measured against a friend of mines Golf 125tsi). The A3 had the baby capsule in it until 2minths, when little 'un grew too long. Then we put rear facing seat in. I would suggest hiring a baby capsule for those first couple months. cost us $100 for 3 months. I would do it again if we had another.

The A3 is a 1.9tdi (not a CR). Took the A3 to Adelaide with bike on the roof, fully loaded with baby, port-a-cot and luggage. Got 4.5l/100km on the way over. 5l/100km on the way back (head wind the whole way). Often the A3 dips into the 3.x/100km. Gear box is great, still a 5sp though.

The A3 has enough room in the back for the baby seat, 2 baby seats have been done, but not much room left in the middle. Boot is good and can easily get city mini pram in it plus shopping etc.

I sold the A4 for more luggage space height wise, not depth.

Now RS tdi manual. Boot is great, and a bit more leg room than the A3. Only 1100km on the clock so still running in. Fuel about 6l/100km avg. Gear box even better. Can now get golf clubs and the pram in the boot at the same time with room to spare.

I drove the DSG tdi and it was good, but not my thing. DSG's and I just dont get along. I want to do something that the DSG doesnt, and when I tell the DSG to do something, it is too slow. Things like multiple downshifts quickly whilst blipping the throttle.

The tdi in the RS is soooo much quieter than the A3. Almost sounds like a petrol with a growl. As far as performance, it has that nice shove when the turbo comes on, and the torque is addictive. Wheels get squirelly, and the grin spreads on your face

I am a big fan of diesel, despite my driving environment, i really should have a petrol.

I agree with a golf boot, it will cope, but only just. The difference to the Octy is huge. Baby seat in the back with heaps to spare.

I miss the A4 as I loved it, but I love the RS for different reasons. It comes down to what has been said before. It you want ultimate performance, go the tsi, if you want fuel economy, tdi. I have read reviews where it has been said the best combinations are manual tdi, and DSG petrol. But any combination will suit, depending on driving style and preference. My wife prefers manuals too, so there was never a question.

Might I suggest you drive the diesel and see what you think? When I drove the DSG diesel, I took it on a little twisty route I know with some inclines just to test it out.

[MrGadget]

Thanks for your insights spud75, things to consider...

[DunlopRS]

concur with spud75 - TDi torque addictive - as is fuel economy. Done 50000km+ in ~18 mths and have never regretted the diesel decision (big fan of the torque produced by diesels (at least since the gemini diesel)). I also love the DSG. use the paddles often to ensure I am in the right gear coming out of corners / roundabouts etc (wheelspin this morning out of a (dry) roundabout in 4th gear at 70kmph......). Paddles work well as long as you can reach them.

Boot is huge. Agree its as practicable as a commodore wagon - often have them for work.

Enjoy

[woofy]

I’ve got a 2009 RS TDi DSG Wagon with just over 80,000km now. I drive the Ocy as my daily drive to/from work which is Nunawading to Richmond & back. 46 km all up with half of it sitting idle in traffic The average economy is 7.5l/100km in this driving....

Sure it's 46k? I'm in forest hill/Blackburn lake and its bang on 10km to work near Swinburne. Richmond is just down the way. We got the diesel Santa Fe 18mths ago. It has its pros but doesn't come close to the Octavia. I'm hanging out for my next car swap to get another....well one for me, my wife can have SF (she has the RS now). You'll notice how wide the Sorento is after the octy...I have had two nice scratches even after parking well away and against a pole as it takes up a lot of car park.