The maintenance cycle of EU cars is usually longer, generally between 20,000 and 30,000 kilometers. For example, the first maintenance recommendation for Skoda Octavia in Europe is 27,000 kilometers, and the subsequent maintenance interval is 30,000 kilometers/time. In addition, the maintenance cycle of European models is usually more than 10,000 kilometers, and some can even reach 20,000-30,000 kilometers.
Reasons for the longer maintenance cycle of EU cars
Oil quality: EU gasoline is of higher quality, with fewer impurities and cleaner combustion, which helps to extend the maintenance cycle.
Road conditions and driving habits: The road conditions in the EU are better, and the driving habits of drivers are also more stable, which helps to reduce engine wear and carbon deposits.
Engine oil quality: The engine oil used in the EU is of higher quality, mostly long-lasting fully synthetic engine oil, which also extends the maintenance cycle.
Specific items and costs of EU car maintenance
The maintenance items of EU cars usually include changing engine oil, oil filter, air filter, etc. Take the Skoda Octavia as an example. According to European standards, the first maintenance is at 27,000 kilometers, and then every 30,000 kilometers. The single maintenance cost is relatively low. In contrast, due to different road conditions, oil products and driving habits in China, the maintenance cycle is shorter, usually every 5,000 kilometers or 10,000 kilometers, resulting in higher total maintenance costs.
