Skoda Scala (2019) Review: Brilliant, and yet...

Skoda Scala (2019) Review: Brilliant, and yet... | CarGurus UK

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In purely practical terms, the Skoda Scala is almost impossible to fault. It's roomy, excellent value and good to drive, and yet despite all that Chris Knapman is struggling to imagine that many people will want to buy one. Do you agree?
Written review:
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Pros
Roomy inside, with a particularly big boot
Great value for money
Comfortable ride
Cons
Boring to drive
No electric or plug-in hybrid option
Some of the interior plastics look a touch cheap
The CarGurus verdict
The Skoda Scala is one of the best small family cars you can buy. Space, practicality, and value are what this Czech hatchback are all about. Entry-level cars in particular are very affordable compared with most rivals. And even high-spec Scalas are priced to compete against mid-range models from other manufacturers.
The Scala has a great line-up of engines, combining decent performance with impressive fuel economy. If we have a criticism of the engine range, it's that there are no hybrid models. There are some hard-looking plastics here and there in the cabin, but it feels well screwed together and built to last. There's lots of space, too, with far more room in the back than you would find in a Vauxhall Astra. Boot space is generous, too.
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Пікірлер: 52

@MarkizVonSchnitzel 3 жыл бұрын

Fact check reviews. Scala is NOT smaller than the Golf. It's bigger in every dimension.

@simonmiller5165 2 жыл бұрын

I have the 1.5 tsi Monte Carlo manual and it’s an excellent car. I love the pano roof and the seats are excellent. Engine is very strong too and is less jerky as a manual

@BobMartinsback 4 жыл бұрын

"And the boss has said 'Whoa, I don't know, just a car with wheels and windows and doors' and em, well, here it is". 2:07 The irony is that exactly the same swipe could taken at the VW Golf, renowned for its conservative and relatively unchanged external design over several decades.

@Grant0610 4 жыл бұрын

@@abcarroll Do Veedub group buy the Award? 🤔

@professormcgorgeous 4 жыл бұрын

Quick note this is based on the Polo underpinnings. they have strechted the chassis to its max.

@alexis1959 3 жыл бұрын

I just adore what they have done to the back with the black glass covering most of the rear door/boot. Skoda make great cars; I've had 2 of them: the Octavia Estate vRS and the Skoda Yeti both brilliant fpr different reasons...

@DavidFraser007 Жыл бұрын

Yes, I like the rear window, it looks great just after I wash it. This my 2nd Skoda. I had an Octavia back in 1999.

@Poncho202 4 жыл бұрын

This is one of the most practical, best value, nicely packaged small cars you can buy today.......only thing it could improve on is the looks but they are still acceptable

@fuhrerhosty 4 жыл бұрын

I don't know what are you on about, the car looks awesome. Just the basic trim without full LED lights and the basic alloys make it kinda ugly. I bought mine two weeks ago and it looks beautiful with the wheels and colour i picked for the car. instagram.com/p/B6sllfpjOf_/

@arianbrentin2040 Жыл бұрын

This kind of cars we need less electronic and less to go wrong... Happy customer Problem is that people are tooo spoiled and want everything

@Mojohead20 Ай бұрын

I’ve just ordered a 2023 SE in the 1.5 tsi with the DSG. These now come with two spoke steering wheel and only 4k miles on the clock at a bargain price. Having test driven one, it’s actually not that much slower than my GTI, and although I really would have liked to spend the extra money on the M.C range, I think it still looks fab

@jimmacgregor4122 3 жыл бұрын

One of my friends has the forerunner of this - the Rapid Spaceback - it's been a really good car - totally trouble-free and has a great boot - ideal for Golfers. I suspect this will be even better - and, personally, I like the simple styling.

@bradleymilton9372 Жыл бұрын

Yes I can confirm I have the rapid spaceback right now brilliant car I'm on 104k miles and it's amazing engine isnvery good and oil changes are easy to do

@huuya 5 ай бұрын

Ok taste is different, but this car is seriously good looking! Much better than the focus or golf. Maybe the kia xceed or vaux come close but still. Front has audi look and feel and back a volvo class. It is perfect!

@IwillBwaiting 4 жыл бұрын

The front looks a bit like a mish mash between the new 1 series and an A1 . Many want to be seen in one of those , so this look will appeal to many . Add the 3 grand bonus on top of the Golf and you know you've got a winner .

@cheshunt10 Жыл бұрын

I have a 1.5 Scala Monte Carlo and am very happy with it. I like the fact that it does not have a VW badge and for me it is a better designed car. I like Skodas

@brianwilson245 3 жыл бұрын

No,!! I totally disagree with your summing up. When you are crawling around on speed restricted roads and in queues of traffic, excitement is the farthest thing from your mind; ticking every box is the best remedy for pent up frustration at the conditions.

@johnhackett9064 Жыл бұрын

The Scala is longer than the golf. Quick Google search would've told them that.

@MrBeketibor 3 жыл бұрын

Have you thought about reviewing the SE L a model? That would give you the excitement you are looking for…

@jamesimrobertson5422 4 жыл бұрын

When are we getting a hybrid VRS? I need one NOW!

@robwales2282 10 ай бұрын

I am considering a Scala to replace my Astra. I am on my third Astra. The Scala has caught my eye due to the excellent value. Would a Scala be more expensive for parts and servicing than an Astra?

@Joakim.Bengtsson Жыл бұрын

I have an Octavia with the same automatic transmission. Never had jerkiness issues, but two times the engine cut out when going very slow and stopping at a small incline. This was probably due to the transmission. Perhaps I did not press the brake hard enough quickly enough. I find the Octavia barely large enough to use as a family car, considering interior space. Boot space is exactly enough in the Octavia, a lot of thing just barely fit, but they do fit, so boot space is fine on the Octavia. Going larger than the Octavia would mean issues with parking in many places where I live, or at least problems with being able to open the doors after having parked. Get the Octavia.

@xpost9381 4 жыл бұрын

You don't find the same bits in a Scala as Golf. Scala is based on the Polo platform. But still longer than Golf - not shorter as said. I would like to hear which car is better, more spacious, more luxuriose and fun for the price of a Scala. Only when you can point at another car there can be some substance in your claim.

@piglet5287 3 жыл бұрын

It seems that the general public share your view about lack of inspiration - how often do you see one of these? Is it shallow to go for good looks and interesting design, as per Peugeot 3008? Personally I'm happy that not everyone is a pragmatist

@MuhammadAli-hr1bj 3 жыл бұрын

Completly disagree with your opinion on the negative styling. I really think this car has close design Silhouette of the Audi A3 Sport line.

@ekspert081 4 жыл бұрын

It is not shorter than a Golf, it is longer by 11cm, and that is a lot!

@Ciolan 4 жыл бұрын

yeah, did reviewer didnt do his job at all.

@professormcgorgeous 4 жыл бұрын

Yes and it's not based on the golf chassis it's a stretched polo chassis

@Max_Mustermann_ 4 жыл бұрын

The Scala is based on the Vision RS (which IS a exciting car). The Dynamic and Emotion packages are mandatory, as well as the sport suspension and either the 17" or 18" aero wheels. Without that it's not a real Scala.

@fuhrerhosty 4 жыл бұрын

I agree, without the 17 or 18 inch aero alloys the car doesn't look anywhere near as good.

@MartinJG100 4 жыл бұрын

Originality and design. These days, most car manufacturers are too busy copying each other to even think about such an outragious concept. For me, it looks like a hybrid Audi/Seat.

@IainMurray 4 жыл бұрын

I like the looks, in fact just ordered one, Launch edition (in Australia) with panoramic roof. Downside is I have to wait until December :-(

@eponymous7910 3 жыл бұрын

How's it been so far? It's a great looking car imo

@IainMurray 3 жыл бұрын

@@eponymous7910 Really impressed. Not as much fun as my daughters Fabia but comfortable and good fuel economy. Still wont fit my wolfhound or great dane in the back though....

@bradleymilton9372 Жыл бұрын

How easy isit to do a oil.chnage on them

@Chris-yc3mm 5 ай бұрын

Auto no, manual yes 😊 Would prefer this spec with sat nav because eventually a newer phone wont support older carplay/auto versions

@jamiep61 4 жыл бұрын

I like both the Scala and the New Volkswagen Golf

@MiniEggs1999 4 жыл бұрын

The CarPlay is supposed to be wireless did you test it ?

@fuhrerhosty 4 жыл бұрын

it's optional not included in the basic trim

@GeorgiBonchev87 3 жыл бұрын

IMO the Scala looks better than the latest Golf

@Adolf-w2i 3 жыл бұрын

An excellent car.

@peteg8920 2 жыл бұрын

The Dq200 dsg dry clutch not the most reliable transmission.

@BMH1965 3 жыл бұрын

Cold weather engine management is bad.

@Firemarioflower 4 жыл бұрын

This car is a SMOOOOTH OPERATOOOOOOR

@Ciolan 4 жыл бұрын

Does the reviewer even know who/what won the Red Dot Award in 2019? just...wow And to top it all off, he got the cheapest version with the ugliest color and rims. wow again How some people get into reviews, beats me.

@Max_Mustermann_ 4 жыл бұрын

You can tell he really dislikes the car. Lately I saw a basic trim Scala at the car dealer and it was hideous. A fully kitted out Scala on the other hand looks absoluetly georgeous. I don't know any other car that transforms that much.

@Grant0610 4 жыл бұрын

Not seen many on the road! 🤔

@Sto79Be 2 жыл бұрын

How many people even know or care what the red dot award is? I had never heard of it until a month ago!

@AndrewDadson1 4 жыл бұрын

This particular Scala is very boring to look at! Painted in silver, black interior and little wheels screams “I’m just here to be practical”

@raymondannalls8408 2 жыл бұрын

Good nowt wrong with that.

@Grant0610 4 жыл бұрын

I guess design is subjective but to me this whole car is as dull as dishwater. It’s just a car for those who are not too bothered with what they have. Just my opinion.