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Great Wall Steed Service Costs & Schedule

What a Great Wall Steed actually costs to service, what needs doing at each interval, and where you can save. If you're buying one, we also cover how to check whether the previous owner actually kept up with the schedule.

GWS1 (2012–2018)2.0 TDI

Great Wall Steed service: key facts

Routine service items

These are the items covered in a standard service. Most garages include oil, oil filter and a basic inspection. The rest are typically checked or replaced on a schedule.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Engine oil and filter
Typical diesel service interval assumed. Check handbook for exact manufacturer specification. Use appropriate diesel engine oil grade. Filter should be replaced with every oil change.
GWS1
 10,000 miles or 1 year
£80–£150
Air filter
Standard air filter service interval. Check condition more frequently in dusty conditions. Clogged filter reduces performance and increases fuel consumption.
GWS1
 20,000 miles or 2 years
£20–£40
Fuel filter
Diesel fuel filter replacement. Essential for diesel engine longevity. Blocked filter causes poor running and injection system damage. Prime fuel system after replacement.
GWS1
 20,000 miles or 2 years
£60–£120

Major service items

These are the big-ticket items. Miss them and you risk engine or gearbox damage. The costs are higher but the consequences of skipping are much worse.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Timing belt and tensioner
Typical diesel timing belt interval. Replace tensioner and idler pulley at same time. Check water pump condition. Failure results in engine damage on interference engines.
GWS1
 60,000 miles or 5 years
£400–£600

Has this Great Wall Steed been serviced on schedule?

Check the dealer service records to see if the work above was actually done.

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£6.99 · Full refund if no records found

Periodic maintenance

Items that don't need doing at every service but should be on your radar at the right mileage or age.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Brake fluid
Standard brake fluid change interval regardless of mileage. Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time reducing braking efficiency and causing internal corrosion.
GWS1
 2 years
£60–£100
Coolant flush
Typical coolant change interval. Use correct antifreeze specification. Old coolant loses corrosion inhibitors leading to radiator and water pump damage.
GWS1
 60,000 miles or 5 years
£80–£140

Known issues to watch for

The most common problems reported on the Great Wall Steed, ranked by severity.

dangerous
Brake pipe corrosion (GWS1)
The brake pipes on the Great Wall Steed corrode at 26.5 times the national fleet average, particularly affecting vehicles from 20,000 miles onwards.
major
Suspension joint and bush wear (GWS1)
Suspension pins, bushes and joints wear at 1254.5 times the national fleet average on the Great Wall Steed, making this the most severe documented suspension wear issue in the UK MOT database.
major
Transmission wear (GWS1)
Transmission components including joints, belts, chains and shaft bearings fail at extremely high rates on the Great Wall Steed.
major
Wheel bearing wear (GWS1)
Wheel bearings develop excessive play at 27.8 times the national fleet average on the Great Wall Steed, with the problem worsening over time.

1 more known issues tracked. Check a specific Great Wall Steed's service records — a missed service on one of these issues could mean an expensive surprise.

Buying a used Great Wall Steed? Check its service history first.

A Steed with a patchy service history can cost you thousands in missed timing belts, skipped oil changes, and hidden neglect. We pull the franchised dealer records — every visit, every stamp, every mileage reading — so you can see exactly what's been done and what's been skipped.

£6.99 · No records found = full refund, zero risk

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Great Wall Steed service FAQs

How often does a Great Wall Steed need servicing?

A Great Wall Steed needs servicing every 10,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. Typical diesel service interval assumed.

What does a Great Wall Steed service cost?

Costs vary depending on the service items required and whether you use an independent garage or main dealer. Independent garages are typically 30 to 50% cheaper for the same work.

Is a Great Wall Steed expensive to maintain?

Routine servicing starts from £80 at an independent garage, which is about average for this class of car. The bigger costs come from periodic items like timing belts, brake fluid changes, and transmission servicing. Keeping on top of the schedule avoids expensive failures.

How do I check a Great Wall Steed's service history?

You can check any Great Wall Steed's official dealer service records online using just the registration number. The check retrieves every logged dealer visit, including dates, mileage, and work done, so you can see whether the schedule has been followed or if there are gaps. It costs £6.99 and you get a full refund if no records are found.