Carsieve All versions
| Variant | Running cost per month | Median price | Listings | Fuel | Engine codes | Gearbox | Production years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3, 95 PS, 5-speed manual Research | €401 | €1,700 | 131 | Petrol | 4A90 | Manual (5) | 2004–2008 |
| 1.1, 75 PS, 5-speed manual Research | €385 | €1,799 | 78 | Petrol | 3A91 | Manual (5) | 2004–2008 |
| CZC 1.5, 109 PS, 5-speed manual, convertible Research | €404 | €1,990 | 60 | Petrol | 135950 | Manual (5) | 2006–2010 |
At a glance
- Years and codes: built 2004 to 2012, with a facelift in late 2008. Petrols 3A91 (1.1), 4A90 (1.3), 135950 (1.5) and 4G15 (1.5 turbo). Diesel 639939 (1.5 DI-D, 2004-2008 only).
- Reliability: 3/5. The Allshift robot can lose drive. No engine fault is confirmed in the sources read.
- DIY: 2/5. Actuator and clutch work needs a workshop. Most buyer checks need no tools.
- Prefer: a manual car, or an Allshift car with records of actuator work and adaptation.
- Avoid: an Allshift car with no records of actuator repairs or adaptation.
Engines and gearboxes
- 1.1 petrol, 3A91 (75 PS): no fault confirmed in the sources read.
- 1.3 petrol, 4A90 (95 PS): no fault confirmed in the sources read.
- 1.5 petrol, 135950 (109 PS, 4A91): no fault confirmed in the sources read.
- 1.5 turbo, 4G15 (150 PS, CZT and CZC turbo): no fault confirmed in the sources read.
- 1.5 DI-D, 639939 (68 and 95 PS): no fault confirmed in the sources read.
- 5-speed manual: gears can be hard to engage, and the selector can seize at high mileage. See the table.
- 6-speed automated manual "Allshift": actuator and clutch faults. See the table.
Known issues
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allshift actuator and clutch faults | Allshift 6-speed automated manual | Not stated | Not stated |
| Hard shifting on the 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | About 150,000 km | Not stated |
Before you buy
- Allshift test drive. With the car stopped and the clutch pedal down, engage reverse and first, then pull away gently. Reverse that does not engage, a jolt, or a loss of drive is a fault. A scanner is needed to read the gearbox fault memory.
- Allshift adaptation records. Ask for proof of adaptation (relearning). Kolesa.ru advises one every 20,000 km. A car with no record, or with actuator work and no adaptation, is a bad sign.
- Manual gears. With the clutch pedal down and the car stopped, shift through every gear and reverse. Gears that stick or are very hard to engage are a fault.
- Recall check. Ask a dealer to check the torque sensor campaign for the VIN.
Running costs
| Operational | €183 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €107 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €105 |
| Total per month | €395 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €27 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de priced up to 50,000 EUR, 29 October 2026.
- Listings
- 396
- 25th percentile
- €1,300
- Median price
- €1,850
- 75th percentile
- €2,500
- Median mileage
- 160,447 km
- Median first registration
- 2006
- Dealer share
- 32.6%
- Price at 100,000 km
- €2,339
To check a listing's price, open its variant in the table above. Each variant page has a price check.
In detail
Allshift actuator and clutch faults
Symptoms: reverse does not engage. On a fault the car loses drive, and it gives no limp mode to get home (Kolesa.ru). Cause: the actuators that work the clutch and the gear selection wear or break. An actuator operating rod can snap, so no gear engages (Za Rulem). Which cars: the 6-speed Allshift automated manual. Fix: the actuator is replaced or restored, then the unit is reflashed or relearned. A new clutch can also be needed (Za Rulem). Care: do not disconnect the battery right after switch-off. The unit needs 20 to 30 seconds to calibrate, and the actuator tolerates low voltage badly (Za Rulem). Kolesa.ru advises an adaptation every 20,000 km.
Hard shifting on the 5-speed manual
Symptoms: gears are hard to engage, and reverse is often the worst. Cause: the gear selector shaft can seize. Za Rulem says this happens at times by about 150,000 km. Which cars: the 5-speed manual.
Sources: Gebrauchtwagenberater.de, Za Rulem
Recalls
| Country | Code | Years | What is done |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU | Not given | 2011-2012 | A connector pin on the torque sensor of the electric power steering can oxidise. Check the VIN with a dealer. |
Maintenance
- Allshift adaptation: Kolesa.ru advises one every 20,000 km.
- Battery: wait 20 to 30 seconds after switch-off before you disconnect the battery (Za Rulem).