Škoda Scala
| Škoda Scala | |
|---|---|
| File:ŠKODA Scala WP2.jpg | |
| Übersicht | |
| Assembly | Mladá Boleslav, Czech Republic |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Small family car |
| Body style | 5-door hatchback |
| Layout | FF layout |
| Platform | MQB A0 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.0 - 1.6 L |
| Transmission | 5/6-speed manual 7-speed automatic DSG |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm (104.3 in) |
| Length | 4,362 mm (171.7 in) |
| Width | 1,793 mm (70.6 in) |
| Height | 1,471 mm (57.9 in) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Škoda Rapid |
The Škoda Scala is small family car based on the concept Vision RS of Czech automaker Škoda Auto. The car is intended to fit between the Fabia and the Octavia,[1] and to be a competitor to the cars in volume hatchback segment, such as the Volkswagen Golf, Ford Focus and Opel Astra.[2] Development lasted four years, the official premiere was held on December 6, 2018 in Tel Aviv, Israel and sales will begin in April 2019.[3][4]
Name
Earlier, it was assumed that the new car would be called Felicia, Garde, Spaceback or Popular, however the name Scala was announced on October 15, 2018. Scala means "stairs" or "ladder" in Latin, according to the car maker it presents a big step forward in the compact car segment. This name has already appeared several times in the past, supermini Renault Scala was sold in 2012-2017 and Zastava Skala (small family car) in 1971-2008.
Equipment
The car is built on the MQB platform, it is a bit longer and wider than its predecessor Škoda Rapid hatchback. Technology used in the car is expected to include features that have so far only been found in higher segment vehicles.[5]
It is the first Škoda car with a constant internet connection, and will be equipped with 10,2" digital instrument panel, 9,2" center screen, 15"-18" wheels, blind spot monitor which senses cars up to 70 meters, lane, front and park assist, crew protect assist, rear traffic alert, adaptive cruise control and 467-litre boot space.[6][4]
Motors
The Škoda Scala will be available with a range of three turbocharged petrol engines, ranging from 1.0 to 1.5 liters (70 to 110 kW), and one turbocharged diesel 1.6 TDI (85 kW). During 2019, there will also be added a CNG version.[7][8]
| Designation | Cylinders/ Valves |
Power | Max. Torque | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 TSI | 3/4 | 70 kW (94 hp) | 175 Nm | 5°M |
| 1.0 TSI | 3/4 | 85 kW (114 hp) | 200 Nm | 6°M/7°DS |
| 1.5 TSI | 4/4 | 110 kW (148 hp) | 250 Nm | 6°M/7°DS |
| 1.6 TDI | 4/4 | 85 kW (114 hp) | 250 Nm | 6°M/7°DS |
| 1.0 G-Tec | 3/4 | 66 kW (89 hp) | 145 Nm | 6°M |
References
- ^ "Skoda Vision RS Teasers, Specs Released: Plug-In Hybrid With 242 HP". Motor1.com.
- ^ "New Skoda Scala: first photos reveal interior of Ford Focus rival". Autocar.co.uk.
- ^ "Skoda Scala – the producer revealed the name of the successor to the Rapida". newsbeezer.com.
- ^ a b "2019 Skoda Scala revealed – price, specs and release date". What Car?. Retrieved 9 December 2018.
- ^ "Škoda Scala is a new name for a new compact model". LeinsterExpress.ie.
- ^ "Víme, jaké dostane Škoda Scala motory, brzdy, kola, výbavu či jak probíhal vývoj". Autoforum.cz (in Czech).
- ^ "Škoda Scala oficiálně: První dojmy, motory, rozměry, technická data". AutoRevue.cz (in Czech).
- ^ "Škoda Scala: Design, interiér, výbava, motory a porovnání s Rapidem". Autobible.cz (in Czech). 6 December 2018.
External links
www.skoda-storyboard.com/en/press-releases/skoda-scala-a-new-name-for-a-new-compact-model/ - Official press release. Škoda Auto News and a free photo source.