Skoda Yeti opinions

[ColinBr]

Hi guys

Currently running a van for my deer stalking, but considering a 4x4.

I'd like to use something not just as a stalking vehicle and was wondering if anyone has real use opinions of the Skoda Yeti as I think it could be something that would suit with a decent set of tyres on it.

 

[Coddy]

Supposed to be pretty good for a car type vehicle, without going full jeep/pick up.

 

[vpk999]

We have a hilux and a yeti and both are good for different reasons. The yeti has snow tyres on it and is a 2L diesel 4x4 and is good on the road. I wouldn't take it seriously offroad or put dead deer in it as my Wife would go crazy. It's got pretty good fuel consumption and is good on the motorway. The 2 things that I don't really like is that it seems to suck dirt off the road and on to the back window, so you will go through a hell of a lot of screenwash in winter. The other one seems to be brake discs, as we are on our second set in 3 years.

 

[ColinBr]

We have a hilux and a yeti and both are good for different reasons. The yeti has snow tyres on it and is a 2L diesel 4x4 and is good on the road. I wouldn't take it seriously offroad or put dead deer in it as my Wife would go crazy. It's got pretty good fuel consumption and is good on the motorway. The 2 things that I don't really like is that it seems to suck dirt off the road and on to the back window, so you will go through a hell of a lot of screenwash in winter. The other one seems to be brake discs, as we are on our second set in 3 years.

Brake disc wise I'd check your rear calipers as they are known to get sticky, and either a service or replaced (most places only replace but it is more than possible to service them)

You'll find any car/van that has a square shaped rear like that is exactly the same, and like you say basically sucks the road fling back onto the rear of the car.

I was/am thinking about a pickup still, but the running costs would then make keeping the van wouldn't be feasible.
Problem with that is the van is just to handy a tool

 

[Stayangry]

I had a 2x4 Yeti for seven years. Reliable, practical, fairly cheap to run, nice to drive. Replaced it with a Karoa, the nearest equivalent.

 

[Border]

I have a 2012 model 2.0 tdi. Not done serious miles but really happy with it. Had rear calipers replaced once as they were binding. Sporty enough with ok off road capability, for me mostly snow and forest tracks. The shape is a love hate thing but I like it as it stands out from the homogenous jelly mould SUV shape nowadays.

 

[ColinBr]

I have a 2012 model 2.0 tdi. Not done serious miles but really happy with it. Had rear calipers replaced once as they were binding. Sporty enough with ok off road capability, for me mostly snow and forest tracks. The shape is a love hate thing but I like it as it stands out from the homogenous jelly mould SUV shape nowadays.

Do you have yours fitted with decent AT tyres or just using road tyres on yours?

I'm not worried with the looks of the car, so long as it fits the purpose.

Mine will be used for forestry roads mainly, but was wondering if a decent set of AT tyres would make it that bit more capable if and when needed

 

[Border]

Dedicated winter and summer tyres normal not AT (Norway)

 

[slider]

decent cars, we ran a 4x4 Yeti for a few years and it never gave any trouble. Also consider the Dacia Duster. All of the mechanics are by Renault/Nissan.

 

[slider]

Do you have yours fitted with decent AT tyres or just using road tyres on yours?

I'm not worried with the looks of the car, so long as it fits the purpose.

Mine will be used for forestry roads mainly, but was wondering if a decent set of AT tyres would make it that bit more capable if and when needed

I run my current VW Tiguan on Michelin Cross climate tyres that were faultless in deep snow recently. 8" or so on forest track. While I obviously wouldn't take it into really boggy places they have never let me down off road either.

 

[lochty]

I've a 2015 model, 80k miles and apart from routine maintenance, no bills. Does 46 mpg, can fit 2 hinds or 3 fallow in the back with a boot tray. Great cars.

 

[404Shooter]

We have been driving a 4x4 Yeti for four years now and really rate it. The car, with Michelin cross climate tyres, works well in all weathers, including deep snow, but we’ve never been much beyond forestry and farm tracks. The best aspect for me is the ride/seats which are higher than average (and I mean the seats, not the raised floor pan) and which have ‘cured’ the driving-related sciatica that used to cripple me. And you can take the back seats out if you want to.

 

[jcampbellsmith]

I looked at the Yeti a couple of times, but didn't rate it compared to the Skoda Octavia Estate. The Yeti is now discontinued.
Regards
JCS

 

[Bavarianbrit]

These were pretty standard back in the day.
Flat backed vehicle have a vacuum effect at the rear that draws road dirt into itself.
Make one up out of stainless curved sheet steel and attach with some brackets like those used to fit bike racks.

 

[ColinBr]

These were pretty standard back in the day.
Flat backed vehicle have a vacuum effect at the rear that draws road dirt into itself.
Make one up out of stainless curved sheet steel and attach with some brackets like those used to fit bike racks.

To be honest I'm not fussed about road fling on the rear of the car. Just means I need to wash it with the powerwasher more.

 

[ColinBr]

I've a 2015 model, 80k miles and apart from routine maintenance, no bills. Does 46 mpg, can fit 2 hinds or 3 fallow in the back with a boot tray. Great cars.

What sort of boot tray are you using if you dont mind me asking?

 

[john.g]

I ran a Skoda Yeti 4x4 for 3 years. had it in some sh11ty roads never gave me a bit of trouble, now replaced it with a Skoda Karoq 4x4 absolutely love it, handled the snow up here no trouble when most of my neighbours couldn't get out of the street, handles forest roads and farm tracks with ease loads of space in the back, on long runs I average about 48 mpg. only thing I've not tried it on is extreme off-roading as I'm not sure how it would handle it

 

[bluesako]

yeah i got a karoq but miss my yeti bs

 

[Loki]

Hi

I have a 2012 Yeti, 4x4Tdi, manual/6, 3rd year in my ownership, good so far, upto 48mpg on long runs. Recommend ensuring 4x4 capability is operational before you need it - ie Haldex 4x4 system works as should- Skoda Dealers dont do this for a 'range of excuses'......requires Haldex unit filter/fluid change (depends if H4 or H5 for filter change or clean).
Check aircon functions - compressors prone to failure - may get away with a clutch-kit otherwise 3-400£.

L

 

[ColinBr]

Hi

I have a 2012 Yeti, 4x4Tdi, manual/6, 3rd year in my ownership, good so far, upto 48mpg on long runs. Recommend ensuring 4x4 capability is operational before you need it - ie Haldex 4x4 system works as should- Skoda Dealers dont do this for a 'range of excuses'......requires Haldex unit filter/fluid change (depends if H4 or H5 for filter change or clean).
Check aircon functions - compressors prone to failure - may get away with a clutch-kit otherwise 3-400£.

L

Yea fortunately I have a VW mechanic as a close mate. Like most cars they can have problems