Established in 1895 Skoda is one of the oldest automobile manufacturing companies. It is a Czech Republic manufacturer. Volkswagen acquired it in 2000. Some of the popular models of Skoda include the Skoda Octavia, Skoda Superb, Skoda Roomster, Skoda Felicia, Skoda Fabia, etc.

Some of the recent specifications of their petrol engine which include the powerful 2.0 Tsi 162kw (220 PS; 217 hp) at 4500-6200 rpm and torque of 350 Nm. (258 lb•ft) at 1550-4400 rpm.

Unfortunately with time Skoda engines get get afflicted with some common problems which include increased fuel consumption and smoke from the exhaust.