I'm considering buying a Scirocco R. Should I go for the last generation with the EA113 engine or the earlier one with the second-generation EA888 engine?

I'm planning to change cars and don't intend to go with Chery again. I'm considering the second-generation Changan 75p, as I heard it comes standard with an 8-speed automatic transmission (8AT).

I'm considering buying a second-hand 2012 XV. Does the 2012 XV consume engine oil excessively, and are there any issues I should be aware of?

How is the 1.5T engine in the 2016 manual GS? I'm considering getting a used one.

I'm considering buying a Scirocco R. Should I go for the last generation with the EA113 engine or the earlier one with the second-generation EA888 engine?

I'm considering getting a Scirocco R but I'm worried about getting one with a reprogrammed ECU. Can anyone advise on how to check if it has been reprogrammed?

Can the DJH engine from a Golf R be transplanted into a 2011 Scirocco R?

Is the Scirocco really that problematic? Do the engines need frequent repairs? And do things like spark plugs often fail too? I'm considering getting a 2.0 or an R model. Can any car experts advise on which year model is more suitable?

I'm considering getting an old Outback and I'm torn between the late fourth generation and the early phase of the fourth-and-a-half generation. From what I've read, many posts say that the last EJ25 doesn't burn oil as severely as the first FB25.

What type of engine oil do people generally use for a newly purchased second-hand 2008 2.0? How often should the transmission oil be changed? Thanks!

I'm considering getting a used MG6, second generation manual. How is it? Are there any major issues, and is it worth buying? [smile]