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Nov 3, 2026
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Cupra 280

Was smoking under revs when warm grey smoke to start with now in just under 3 weeks the car has thrown up low oil warning and dipstick was on lower mark.

Took 2 litres to get it back to upper level.

Has new pcv genuine....whats the next likely cause I'm reading stem seals and turbo issues 😬
 
2 liters is a lot :unsure:

- Any obvious oil leaks?
- If no, do a compression test

Could also be the turbo...
No oil leaks ...correct no eml , never had a car burn any oil within 2 to 3 weeks like this, the car has fsh one owner from new not driven hard by me 36mpg was 15 when I got it.

Oil was checked week ago was fine, the car had a full service just before I got it

Thanks for you input