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Thinking about getting a VZ2 245bhp 2.0 Petrol…

Aug 29, 2022
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Hi!

Ive been looking at ordering a VZ2 245BHP 2.0 Petrol variant, but seem to keep seeing Formentor reviews that mention a lot of problems with the infotainment etc, is this still an issue with new models? And are the issues related to a certain variant?

Was really excited when I test drove it but really nervous now after what I’ve read!

can anyone share their recent experiences? On the variant I’m looking at or a new Formentor in general!

Much appreciated!
 
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jcbmally

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Hi!

Ive been looking at ordering a VZ2 245BHP 2.0 Petrol variant, but seem to keep seeing Formentor reviews that mention a lot of problems with the infotainment etc, is this still an issue with new models? And are the issues related to a certain variant?

Was really excited when I test drove it but really nervous now after what I’ve read!

can anyone share their recent experiences? On the variant I’m looking at or a new Formentor in general!

Much appreciated!
Plenty of individuals that have had no issues and some who have. Go for it, you won’t regret it.
 

Korefan

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Jun 10, 2022
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Hi!

Ive been looking at ordering a VZ2 245BHP 2.0 Petrol variant, but seem to keep seeing Formentor reviews that mention a lot of problems with the infotainment etc, is this still an issue with new models? And are the issues related to a certain variant?

Was really excited when I test drove it but really nervous now after what I’ve read!

can anyone share their recent experiences? On the variant I’m looking at or a new Formentor in general!

Much appreciated!
Got mine this spring. Catched 2-3 glitches with the infotaiment on first 3k km.
Now works good ;-)
 

Spivvy

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Nov 21, 2021
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HI globally in 2021 Formentor SUV (56,400). were sold
8000 in Q1 2022
i have only heard from a handfull of people who have had problems so don't be put off
 
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Bear

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Hi!

Ive been looking at ordering a VZ2 245BHP 2.0 Petrol variant, but seem to keep seeing Formentor reviews that mention a lot of problems with the infotainment etc, is this still an issue with new models? And are the issues related to a certain variant?

Was really excited when I test drove it but really nervous now after what I’ve read!

can anyone share their recent experiences? On the variant I’m looking at or a new Formentor in general!

Much appreciated!
People will, generally speaking, use this forum to let off steam about their issues and try to find fixes - rarely will someone post 'my formentor is absolutely brilliant'.

FWIW, my Formentor (VZ2 310) is absolutely brilliant.
 
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Aug 29, 2022
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Thanks all, really reassuring, I was thinking the same, people don’t tend to bother (unless really into the forum/car) to come give feedback on how good the car can be, I think I have just seen only the negatives which there no doubt has been.

I think I will take the plunge, appreciate all the words of wisdom :)
 

Andy.M

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Whilst I don't necessarily like the way the infotainment system works for some things, it is working as it is intended after 5 weeks of ownership.
So go for it!
 
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