Passenger car “Skoda rapid” is one of the brightest representatives of the budget sedans in Europe. For all time of its existence it has managed to conquer not only the European but also the Russian market, becoming a real bestseller. In Russia, this model is know for several years. It has taken root so we have that in the fall of 2014 in Kaluga will be started mass production. This means that the low-cost sedan will be even less. But about all under the order. So, what is Skoda Rapid 2014 reviews of the owners, the design, specifications, and price?
The car's Design made in the corporate style of the company. The look of the sedan meet all of the same recognizable features – narrowed optics and unusual grille, which together with the raised hood creates a beak “front”. But this antiquated design, in spite of the minimum of changes made, can not be called.
The modern way to give a new “chopped” the shape of the body, strict intake and massive front hood. Remarkably, some modifications «Skoda» will go together with a panoramic roof. This means that “rapid” one step away from its budget and approach to a class of business sedans. Why? Yes, because no one “European” such a class is not equipped with the panoramic roof, even in the most popular and Deluxe trim levels. The appearance of Czech sedan can not be called too bright and flashy. But compared to other state employees, he clearly looks more solid and more expressive.
If you compare the “rapid” with earlier models cars «Skoda», we can see how much has grown in size fog lights. And if earlier they covered only 5 to 10 meters of the roadway, but now, thanks to more large reflector, they can be used as daytime driving lights. By the way, integrated in headlights daytime running lights here, so our drivers will have to purchase and mount the DRL either ride on the included head-light.
The Massive “front” supplemented with at least a major thresholds the width of the body. So the manufacturer probably wanted to emphasize the solidity of the brand. By the way, these large cutouts on the doors were made for a reason. Inside them are hidden by massive ribs, which prevent the crushing of the door during a road traffic accident and further injury to the driver and his passengers.
A lot of motorists blamed «Skoda» behind the salon. According to reviews, Skoda Rapid 1.4 DSG has a very conservative and homely interior design. Yes, there is no carbon and chrome inserts, there are many buttons placed around the perimeter of the cabin, and the very architecture of the torpedo without clear cut lines and deep grooves. But when you sit behind the wheel «Skoda», it becomes clear that the people loved her.
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Because of the comfort that you you go on it, compared to any other similar state employees. It is because of the practicality of the layout, comfort and high level ergonomics are so in demand in the Russian market of Skoda Rapid. Owner reviews also note a high build quality – there are no unnecessary gaps, cracks and the characteristic chemical smell, as happens in some “Chinese”. However, the contemporary interior is very difficult to call. These machines are made in Europe 10 years ago. Time passed, the designs have changed, and «Skoda» remained at the same level. Perhaps the Czechs simply do not want to experiment with interior design. On the other hand, the buyer will always know what to expect from «Skoda». In General, you can blame the salon, we will not. Whatever it was, and to be inside of the sedan is really comfortable. May he plain, not bright, but comfortable. Period.
In the European market, buyers will be available in both diesel and petrol installation. However, in Russia “engines” of Europe do not deliver. But we still tell the story, and yet consider petrol engines. Here are 4 inline 4-cylinder installation. Among them, the younger is a 1.2-liter unit, which develops power up to 75 horsepower. No less than modest performance surprised the second unit with a capacity of 86 "horses" and in the same volume of 1.2 liters. However, such indicators are not enough normally to disperse the nearly 1,200-pound machine and control it on the go. One of the best options is 105-strong petrol motor with a cylinder capacity of 1200 «cubes». Top among the representatives of the petrol units is considered to be the 1.4-liter engine, maximum power of which is about 122 horsepower.
As for the diesel plants, there are only two, namely a pair of 1.6-liter engines capacity of 90 and 105 HP. All engines fitted with a mechanical transmission. Whether in the future the manufacturer to expand its line of transmissions,unknown. And while our drivers will have to settle for a manual transmission.
Interestingly, Skoda Rapid (owner reviews also note this point) is one of the few vehicles that can boast the highest performance. So, the leap from zero to 100 kilometers per hour takes just 10 seconds. A good indicator for a budget sedan Skoda Rapid.
Reviews of the owners talking about fuel economy. Thanks to system of direct injection of fuel into the cylinder at 100 kilometers, the car spends about 4.5-5.5 litres of fuel. The cruising range on full tank is about 1000-1200 miles. Serious problems with the fuel system on the petrol versions have not yet been found. The main advice to prospective buyers: to refuel only on proven gas stations and only a 95-m gasoline.
The Initial cost budget sedan in Russia is 480 thousand rubles. The top version is available at a price of around 580 thousand rubles. Just note that the versions of the cabin there are a few – with fabric and leather upholstery. The latter will be available only in top configuration.
As for the choice of trim, many are advised to give preference model Skoda Rapid Ambition. Owner reviews say the fact of the presence there of a full-size spare wheel (not “dokatki" how many "Europeans"), the electric Windows and heated windscreen washer nozzles. For a small fee in the amount of 48 thousand rubles, you can get a package of options such as air conditioning, electric heated seats and side mirrors, radio, and another frontal airbag. The top versions include full power accessories, Parking sensors, onboard computer, and various things like backlight glovebox, folding system the rear seats, additional interior lights, and many other small items.
So we figured out which deserve Skoda Rapid reviews, reviewed the design and found out the price of the car. Judging by the level of equipment, “Skoda rapid” is not the best option for fans of various “bells and whistles”. However, at its cost, it fits into the framework of 480 thousand rubles. This means that “rapid” can be a good alternative to domestic sedans, where air conditioning is not provided even for an additional fee.
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