Is 2.0 TDi worth extra over 1.9 TDi?

andyfr · 31-10-2006, 08:53

I was just wondering if the 2.0 TDi is worth the extra £1,800 over the 1.9 TDi. I'm thinking about the 4x4 in particular, although I'm probably going to wait for the Scout.

It does seem a fair chunk of cash for a different engine, is it really that much better?

Snoopie · 31-10-2006, 09:04

Re-sale value would be higher also. I would go for the 2.0 TDI.

**mannyo** · 31-10-2006, 09:05

I Went for the 2.0TDi over the 1.9. Has several things over the 1.9, nearly 30 more HP, better torque and a six speed gearbox.

cheezemonkhai · 31-10-2006, 09:35

I think the 2.0 is massively better than the 1.9 and you also get a 6 speed box rather than 5. At the end of the day however I would say take both for a drive and see what you think as only you can decide if it is worth the extra.

gillywibble · 31-10-2006, 10:02

It's certainly got much more torque and the six speed box is a dream. You run out of gears quicker as a result though.

The 2.0 is thirstier so if you're doing lots of miles, the 1.9 may be more appropriate.

LeighB · 31-10-2006, 10:20

I tried both and have bought the 1.9. Sure the 2.0 is more energetic, but for everyday use the 1.9 has plenty of urge and better fuel economy - at least I hope it has when it has loosened up - only 175 miles so far.

It is entirely a matter of personal choice, I did feel as have others, that the power in the 2.0 comes in rather abruptly, but I am sure that once you are used to the car it would not be a factor.

andyfr · 31-10-2006, 10:28

Thanks for the replies guys.

I'm not due to change until next year so I will wait until the Scout is out and have a test drive in that. If I'm, not sure about it then I might have a test in the 1.9 just to see the difference.

marco b · 31-10-2006, 11:24

Just picked up my new(ish) 1.9 yesterday, and it's got plenty of go so far. My plan was to get the cheaper one, then if I get bored with it being a bit slow, get the chip re-mapped. That will get it to the speed of the 2.0 but loads cheaper.

That's the plan anyway...

vimto2000 · 31-10-2006, 11:58

I decided to pay the bit extra when I ordered mine. I drive the 1.9 at work, and its a very able car, nice and smooth. But I know I enjoy a car with a bit more poke, and didn't really want to remap the car just yet. So if I do remap it, it will be even faster :o)

So if you not to bothered about having that extra go...stick with the 1.9

gilesk · 31-10-2006, 11:59

Tried both and went for the 2.0, it just seems a bit more relaxed for cruising, slightly higher residuals too.

andyfr · 31-10-2006, 12:17

When do the cambelts need to be changed on these engines? Just out of interest.

bosnjo · 31-10-2006, 15:04

2.0 if you're in love with the road. In hurry, it will take you there quickly. On your day off, you take it easy and it saves fuel. So, it can ride for everybody's taste.

neharris · 31-10-2006, 15:28

My wife has the 1.9 4x4 and its good. BUT for the type of driving we do (towing, alot of motorway miles etc) the 2.0 is better. At least I hope it is as I've ordered 2 2.0 TDI 4x4's (!) - one to replace her year old 1.9 Octavia 4x4, and the other to replace my Alfa GT. They are due in about another 2 weeks.

I did drive them back to back, and could immediately tell the difference when driving on an open road. Around town, I also think the 2.0 TDI sounded a bit quieter, even at idle - but that could just be me wanting to justify changing 2 cars that were only a year old.

The remaps / external CPU boxes for the 1.9 do a good job (so I've heard....

) but I wanted the ability to go a bit further if I wanted to.

Neil.

No Waiting · 31-10-2006, 15:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by mannyo

I Went for the 2.0TDi over the 1.9. Has several things over the 1.9, nearly 30 more HP, better torque and a six speed gearbox.

My MY2007 4x4 1.9 has a six speed box

Dr Zoidberg · 31-10-2006, 15:44

The two wheel drive versions only have a five speed

mdk1 · 31-10-2006, 18:45

Drove both, have to say the 2.0tdi was the only real choice

The extra power makes it better for towing the Caravan

slider · 31-10-2006, 19:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by No Waiting

My MY2007 4x4 1.9 has a six speed box

1.9 4x4's have the 6 gears but the ratios are lower than those on the 2.0 - this is to provide better low speed pulling but retaining the economy.

The DSG in the 1.9 also has 6 ratios but otherwise the 1.9's are all 5 speed

steviec · 01-11-2006, 08:06

2.0 over a 1.9 I drove both on my test drive and there wasn't really a choice, 2.0 all the way more refined, plus it's a lot newer designed engine, more power etc.

Don't regret my decision, if I'd of gone for the 1.9 it would always of been at the back of my mind about the 2.0.

On a separate note surprised Skoda haven't produced a 2.2L as most of the manufacturers are doing at present, especially for all the Company Car buyers who can claim around 40% more in mileage for a Car over 2.0

swing · 01-11-2006, 10:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by steviec

On a separate note surprised Skoda haven't produced a 2.2L as most of the manufacturers are doing at present, especially for all the Company Car buyers who can claim around 40% more in mileage for a Car over 2.0

Indeed - not getting a 2.2 means I'll have to drive the 2.0 very carefully to cover my costs (whereas most modern 2.2 litre cars can be driven more agressively and still cover their costs).

justdoit · 02-11-2006, 19:12

I have covered nearly 23k in just under a year with a 1.9 4x4 and the few complaints I have with it are -1st gears a pain, far too low and fuel economy ain't that great, only get around 41mpg. However my car does seem a lot quicker than my dealers 1.9 4x4 demo that I have driven a couple of times and 2.0TDI Audi's and the like don't seem to pull away from me as well as I thought they might on the road. I only wish Skoda could sort out the bad vibration problem I have at low rev's in 3rd and sometimes 4th as I am tempted with a Scout but don't want to be stuck with another fault on an even more expensive car that the manufacturer hasn't go a clue how to fix.

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LeighB Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Ipswich Posts: 106 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Is 2.0 TDi worth extra over 1.9 TDi? I tried both and have bought the 1.9. Sure the 2.0 is more energetic, but for everyday use the 1.9 has plenty of urge and better fuel economy - at least I hope it has when it has loosened up - only 175 miles so far. It is entirely a matter of personal choice, I did feel as have others, that the power in the 2.0 comes in rather abruptly, but I am sure that once you are used to the car it would not be a factor.

31-10-2006, 10:28	#7
andyfr Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 97 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Is 2.0 TDi worth extra over 1.9 TDi? Thanks for the replies guys. I'm not due to change until next year so I will wait until the Scout is out and have a test drive in that. If I'm, not sure about it then I might have a test in the 1.9 just to see the difference. __________________ *Andyfr*

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marco b Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 15 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Is 2.0 TDi worth extra over 1.9 TDi? Just picked up my new(ish) 1.9 yesterday, and it's got plenty of go so far. My plan was to get the cheaper one, then if I get bored with it being a bit slow, get the chip re-mapped. That will get it to the speed of the 2.0 but loads cheaper. That's the plan anyway...

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vimto2000 Skoda-da-da-da Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Manchester, Northampton Posts: 434 Thanks: 12 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	Re: Is 2.0 TDi worth extra over 1.9 TDi? I decided to pay the bit extra when I ordered mine. I drive the 1.9 at work, and its a very able car, nice and smooth. But I know I enjoy a car with a bit more poke, and didn't really want to remap the car just yet. So if I do remap it, it will be even faster :o) So if you not to bothered about having that extra go...stick with the 1.9

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gilesk MadridBriskodia Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 984 Thanks: 16 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	Re: Is 2.0 TDi worth extra over 1.9 TDi? Tried both and went for the 2.0, it just seems a bit more relaxed for cruising, slightly higher residuals too. __________________ who'd have thought it eh?

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andyfr Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 97 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Is 2.0 TDi worth extra over 1.9 TDi? When do the cambelts need to be changed on these engines? Just out of interest. __________________ *Andyfr*

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bosnjo Briskodian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Portugal Posts: 483 Thanks: 3 Thanked 20 Times in 19 Posts	Re: Is 2.0 TDi worth extra over 1.9 TDi? 2.0 if you're in love with the road. In hurry, it will take you there quickly. On your day off, you take it easy and it saves fuel. So, it can ride for everybody's taste. __________________ Octavia 2006 2.0 TDI Sport (equal to L&K in UK) - 17' wheels, Sport suspension, Xenons, Audience with Sound System, Bluetooth, Front & Back Parking Sensors - - VAG COM -

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neharris Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Chatham, Kent Posts: 15 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Is 2.0 TDi worth extra over 1.9 TDi? My wife has the 1.9 4x4 and its good. BUT for the type of driving we do (towing, alot of motorway miles etc) the 2.0 is better. At least I hope it is as I've ordered 2 2.0 TDI 4x4's (!) - one to replace her year old 1.9 Octavia 4x4, and the other to replace my Alfa GT. They are due in about another 2 weeks. I did drive them back to back, and could immediately tell the difference when driving on an open road. Around town, I also think the 2.0 TDI sounded a bit quieter, even at idle - but that could just be me wanting to justify changing 2 cars that were only a year old. The remaps / external CPU boxes for the 1.9 do a good job (so I've heard.... ) but I wanted the ability to go a bit further if I wanted to. Neil.

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steviec Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Warrington, Cheshire Posts: 751 Thanks: 10 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts	Re: Is 2.0 TDi worth extra over 1.9 TDi? 2.0 over a 1.9 I drove both on my test drive and there wasn't really a choice, 2.0 all the way more refined, plus it's a lot newer designed engine, more power etc. Don't regret my decision, if I'd of gone for the 1.9 it would always of been at the back of my mind about the 2.0. On a separate note surprised Skoda haven't produced a 2.2L as most of the manufacturers are doing at present, especially for all the Company Car buyers who can claim around 40% more in mileage for a Car over 2.0 __________________ Cheers Steve Skoda Octavia vRS 2.0T FSI - Black Magic, 18" Alloys, Dual Zone Climate Control, Jumbo Box, Rear Electric Windows, Xenon Headlights, MaxiDot, Light Assist, Front & Rear Parking Sensors, Rain Sensing Wipers & Dipping Rear View Mirror. Pentagon SupaGlass in Midnight, Parrot 3400LS GPS Bluetooth Car Kit.

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justdoit Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: yorkshire Posts: 221 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Re: Is 2.0 TDi worth extra over 1.9 TDi? I have covered nearly 23k in just under a year with a 1.9 4x4 and the few complaints I have with it are -1st gears a pain, far too low and fuel economy ain't that great, only get around 41mpg. However my car does seem a lot quicker than my dealers 1.9 4x4 demo that I have driven a couple of times and 2.0TDI Audi's and the like don't seem to pull away from me as well as I thought they might on the road. I only wish Skoda could sort out the bad vibration problem I have at low rev's in 3rd and sometimes 4th as I am tempted with a Scout but don't want to be stuck with another fault on an even more expensive car that the manufacturer hasn't go a clue how to fix.

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