Skoda Superb Scout 2020 review - better than an Alltrack?

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The Skoda Superb Scout is a large station wagon that has a small suspension lift over a regular Superb estate. It also has AWD and a powerful 200kW / 270 hp two-litre turbo petrol engine, making it surprisingly fast! The Superb Scout is very practical and good-looking to our eyes. In some ways, it's better than its Volkswagen Passat Alltrack cousin. But would you have a Superb over a Kodiaq SUV? In this video, Tom gives a detailed review of the 2020 Skoda Superb Scout 4x4 200TSI in Australia.
What do you think of the updated Skoda Superb? Do you think this car should be more popular in Australia? Is it a hidden gem? Or do seven seat SUVs just make more sense? Let me know all your thoughts in the comments.
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Covers the exterior, interior, and engine of the Skoda Superb 2020 / 2021 Skoda Superb in Scout 4x4 wagon form.
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@keepcarsfun 4 жыл бұрын

Tom. You are a legend, love your work ethic. I'm sure many people said you were silly to do what you do, but you are a genuine champ. I love your content especially during a time when all the other car reviewers seem lost. Keep it up 💪

@michaelmorris880 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your review Tom,. It certainly opened my mind to a brand I probably would never have considered. With the departure of our larger Holdens & Fords I was at a bit of a loss on what to buy. The Kia Stinger was the obvious choice but it was really to small - I was squeezing into a low cockpit not getting into a roomy comfortable vehicle. Looked at a few different makes and models and found that the Superb Scout fitted me, my requirements and budget. I’ve ordered one that is now currently being shipped. I normally like white vehicles but the Superb Scout really looks fantastic in the Silver. Incidentally this will be my first foreign vehicle apart from my very first car - an English 1964 Consul Cortina. Thanks.

@pastorofmuppets8834 3 жыл бұрын

Any update?

@michaelmorris880 3 жыл бұрын

@@pastorofmuppets8834 Yes, i’ve now had my superb scout for just over three months. I am extremely happy with it and if I was still in the market would not hesitate in buying the same vehicle again. It really is roomy and comfortable, quite economical and if you hit the accelerator it goes and I mean goes quickly. I have set everything tech to suit me and am very impressed. Plus everything works as it should but I must admit I have not tried the launch control (for really fast acceleration from a standing start) or the automatic parking feature yet. YES I’m very happy with it.

@goran2009 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve driven Skoda last year in Croatia and it was awesome. If I was looking to get a safe family car , this would be at the top of my list...

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

Nice. Which model did you drive?

@craigpodsprojames2500 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, Skoda is good

@goran2009 4 жыл бұрын

Chasing Cars Škoda Octavia. It has survived unsealed mountain roads of Bosnia, so I would say it would be perfect for Australia as well 😎

@donnybrook23 4 жыл бұрын

good review as always Tom. I couldn't wait for your review however, so actually test drove one - and pretty much fell in love with it straight away. Absolutely awesome value for money given all the stuff if comes with and you really don't notice the size once you are driving it. Its actually narrower than our Sante Fe was albeit marginally longer. Just one note on the spare - the boot cavity does not actually fit a full alloy spare for the 235mm tyres - they are too wide. According to the Skoda sales guy a 'full-size' Skoda spare vs the space saver currently in the boot is apparently a 205/55 R16 . It's the only niggle I have with this otherwise awesome car.

@tcl7563 4 жыл бұрын

Love your reviews Tom!

@raykool6457 4 жыл бұрын

I have owned a Skoda Outback 2L diesel for 5 years. It has been a trouble free very impressive car. Your description of the Scout fits perfectly with my experience of this manufacturer. Very, very underrated vehicles.

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear you’ve enjoyed the Superb Outdoor. The Scout would make a nice upgrade.

@raykool6457 4 жыл бұрын

@@chasingcars Thankyou and I would really like some of the new electronics, but I would not like to loose the 2L Turbo diesel with it 4.5 - 5L per 100 KLM. I've checked, no diesels in Australia. 🤷

@pastorofmuppets8834 4 жыл бұрын

I've been waiting for this one! Thanks for reviewing. I would love this, hopefully the boss is satisfied with how much higher this is than the superb (she's got used to a higher seating position sadly). Is it much lower than the Kodiaq? And What are your thoughts on the PPF? Probably worth mentioning it's the only Skoda at this point with matrix LED head lights

@stephenhendricks103 4 жыл бұрын

I watch the channel in part to feed my envy of vehicles we don't get in North America. VW has decided that Americans want larger, cheaper versions of their vehicles than their counterparts in Europe and Australia. And that Americans hate wagons. It's an understandable but VERY frustrating decision on VW's part. The Skoda Superb Scout is gorgeous. The Golf R wagon is a dream machine. Given the current state of the COVID-19 pandemic and the incredibly inept management of the response in the US I can understand why Australians might not want to see me show up on its shores but I sometimes fantasize about immigrating if for no other reason than the choice of cars available.

@jeffk412 4 жыл бұрын

well said... but I'd go to Australia for the people! met many Australians when I lived in Hong Kong area. Wonderful friends!

@pastorofmuppets8834 3 жыл бұрын

@@jeffk412 that's very kind of you to say but we're not all like that unfortunately, unlike our friends in NZ who are closest to 100% awesome.

@sjb2471 2 жыл бұрын

@@pastorofmuppets8834 no; that’s also not true. A smaller population by a huge margin, so fewer dickheads, but they are there still

@pastorofmuppets8834 2 жыл бұрын

@@sjb2471 haha possibly.

@leroysilveira9890 3 жыл бұрын

The cars are of the new version and the setup and explanations of the vehicles r really neat and well made.....good job chasing cars.......👍👍👍👏👏

@chasingcars 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@brucequinn6638 3 жыл бұрын

Another great review, thanks Tom. This is a strong contender for my next car, along with a Kodiaq RS, if Subaru don’t bring the Outback XT to our shores!

@chubbyfun77 3 жыл бұрын

Love the look and style of this car. Good performance with space makes for a great car. Any feedback regarding the particulate filter? I think my next car mid next year for sure.

@raymondbutcher4579 2 жыл бұрын

Just considering one of these now great review

@croydonq135 3 жыл бұрын

Great review as always.

@medroastt9888 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. Great wagon.

@Krmelj 4 жыл бұрын

Good review, only slight thing I would advise you change is when filming the infotainment system responsiveness, switch to whatever frame rate you use for normal shooting. When it's in slow motion, it looks... slower and laggier than it really is. Keep up the good work otherwise!

@green_comet83 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice review Tom, great work! The misses and I looked at the Skoda Superb 206tsi Sportline wagon earlier this year, while not the Scout it was a very nice car to drive and had heaps of room inside. We ended up getting the Passat 206tsi R-Line wagon though, as the slightly smaller dimensions seemed to suit us (and the garage) a bit better. The platform is great though, heaps of space/power, and very comfy to daily drive. It confuses me why people would pick an SUV over something like this.

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

I’m a huge fan of the Passat 206TSI, so I’m glad you’re enjoying it! Agree, the sizing of that car is pretty much perfect.

@davross600 3 жыл бұрын

Nice review!

@TankEngine15 4 жыл бұрын

Great review Tom. My car refresh time is in 12 mths and worried these 300 units will sell out. Must resist, must resist......

@pastorofmuppets8834 3 жыл бұрын

They're now a permanent fixture thankfully!

@user-gc8ig7xq7u Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tom for your most informative report which touches on the things I am looking for in my next car. Comfort, Ride quality ability to be driven on Australian diverse roads. This looks to be as close as I will get to replacing my do it all Holden Adventra V6 which has served me well for over 200000ks which is always ready to tackle roads wet or dry Bitumen or gravel and the odd 4 wheel drive only tracks.

@jamiep61 4 жыл бұрын

Great Video Review 👍. New Octavia Scout arriving In Australia soon

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to driving the new Octavia!

@kimitaby 4 жыл бұрын

Curious about the cabin noise comparing to Passat combi or Audi A6? From your video, the noise sounds pretty significant.

@Naeromusic Жыл бұрын

I don't have a Scout, but I have a SportLine and in hybrid and it's been such an amazing car. I really love it.

@aau240 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Tom, a bit late to the Scout party, would love one but have they stopped bringing them into Australia?

@waldohpepper5884 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tom, great review. The Scout seems to tick all the boxes.

@chasingcars 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed, it's a very well-rounded vehicle!

@24zex 2 жыл бұрын

The extra inch of ground clearance on the Passat Alltrack is surely a big plus for going on camping trips no? How do you rate them on dirt roads? I also can't see it on their website anymore, only the Sportline... I wonder if that's because of supply chain issues in Europe atm.

@WouldyoubelieveHim 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Tom, thanks for your excellent review. Any idea why the Skoda Superb Scout has the traditional DSG gearbox lever as opposed to the recently released Skoda Octavia Scouts 'rocker-type' modern style gear lever?

@chasingcars 3 жыл бұрын

Just an older interior design, Shane. I think we will likely see the Volkswagen Group proliferate the stubby new lever across all of their brands soon enough.

@MiniHD 4 жыл бұрын

It is probably different in different regions, but I drive a Superb iV -20 (in Sweden) and have wireless Apple CarPlay (through the WiFi-hotspot in the car). So, wireless CarPlay is available in the newer Skoda models, but, presumably, not in all regions.

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

Good to know. The sooner they can roll out wireless CarPlay here in Australia, the better.

@PaulDaPimp 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 2018 alltrack, and i would look at this when upgrading.

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

The Scout is definitely worth a look.

@WouldyoubelieveHim 3 жыл бұрын

Me also Pauly, my Alltrack diesel is due for a swich next May was really hoping the Superb Scout would arrive with the VW biturbo diesel, such a pity

@WEDEL01 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2015 Octavia Scout which I love, but this is my new very Favourite SKODA. I think they are awesome, but need a Diesel engine, more ground clearance and mud flaps to be better suited for what it is designed for.

@fireball1970 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, here in Germany the line-up starts with a 1.6L turbodiesel engine making around 100kw, and down under only gets the really beefy engine! I don't know if it's even available here with 200kw, lucky you :) Great review btw, love it and the car as well. Wagons are just the best cars, I don't think I'll ever buy sth else.

@Coastmac2001 4 жыл бұрын

We had diesel variants until only 2-3 yrs ago, but many brands have dropped diesels from their ranges here. We have a bigger market for SUV vehicles & Pick-ups or Ute's as we call them. The majority of those are diesel powered .

@waanderd9095 3 жыл бұрын

Is the Superb Scout readily available in Germany. It is not imported in Belgium, pity.

@fireball1970 3 жыл бұрын

@@waanderd9095 It is, not big deal though. Barely sold, the standard wagon is way more popular.

@johnrose8806 4 жыл бұрын

Can you please also review the RS245 wagon .. keep up the great job..

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

I think we’ll have to wait for the new Octavia to arrive - but I’m a big fan of the RS 245.

@danielfl.9347 4 жыл бұрын

The Octavia VRS is now a hybrid with a 1.4 TSI

@NeoXTC 4 жыл бұрын

How would this compare to the subaru outback XT or V6 off road? Would it be comparable soft offroad such as Fraser island/ Moreton island and other beaches?

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

The lower ground clearance would be your problem: 151mm for the Superb Scout and 213mm for the Outback.

@digitaltheatre7000 2 жыл бұрын

How is the road noise compared to the latest Passat Alltrack Premium which you’ve reviewed more recently?

@chasingcars 2 жыл бұрын

Little more road noise in the Skoda but not by a huge amount

@geraldthorley1220 4 жыл бұрын

Currently have a 2014/15 Alltrack. The Skoda with a fresh diesel option rather than the petrol would be a good replacement

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

A diesel would be nice, but this car is so niche that they could only pick one engine and they picked the petrol.

@WouldyoubelieveHim 3 жыл бұрын

The VW biturbo diesel would have bern awesone

@Gamgam4843n Жыл бұрын

The perfect car for going fishing in. I need this.

@emasinwebs 4 жыл бұрын

Good video. Please whats the ground clearance for the superb scout?

@boxigenkft.3778 3 жыл бұрын

150mm I think.

@chubbyfun77 4 жыл бұрын

Hi curious to know was thinking of the VW Tiguan Allspace R line, how would this compare?

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Joe. No third row here, but the Scout is faster, handles a little more flatly, and has a slightly more upmarket interior in terms of materials.

@MiniEggs1999 4 жыл бұрын

Please can you quantify further how much worse the NVH is over the Passat Thanks

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

It’s a fair bit noisier in the cabin than a Passat. The Cinturato tyres don’t help - they’re quite loud.

@andrewd7586 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve got a 2017 Skoda Sportline 206kw wagon & I love it! This would be high on my list as a replacement, purely because of the raised height, let alone the performance & absolute comfort. I’m surprised you said the noise was a tad high as in my iteration it’s limousine quiet. Granted this is the off road version. Good & honest appraisal of a very nice wagon. Keep your SUV’s.👎🏼

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

The Sportline 206TSI wagon and Scout 200TSI are two subtle but interesting variations on a theme. Personally, I’m a fan of the softer but well controlled Scout. That tad of extra ride height just gives heaps of confidence entering driveways and of course on dirt (as illustrated) but keeps the car-like feel. Like it a lot.

@fuggle07 4 жыл бұрын

@@chasingcars I have a 2019 206tsi Sportline hatch. It's a weapon on bitumen and even more on dirt. Unless you need the ground clearance there is no reason to raise the cog with the scout. The adaptive dampers would be identical I bet.

@tanel.vakker 4 жыл бұрын

It's the Pirelli tires that are noisy. They require at least 23 degrees C to quiet down

@quoddles3411 4 жыл бұрын

Great review..!! But I see no need for raised-height ride, but thats my preference. I really like Skodas, and my parents have an Octavia Sport and it's a ripper of a car, but I'd probably go the Passat 206tsi if I was shopping this market, and enjoy a bit less road noise..!!

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

Fair enough - glad VAG offer so many options in the wagon market though.

@matthewrafferty4117 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a new Hoden ZB CalaisV 12 month's ago very cheap and would consider the Scout as it's replacement but would really like a wagon with a lazy 6cyl petrol not a turbo 4. I really don't want an SUV but there isn't much choice unless your willing to spend over 100k. I don't mind the look of the Kodiaq RS though.

@chasingcars 3 жыл бұрын

The next Mazda 6 wagon may well have an inline six-cylinder.

@cdcdcdfr 3 жыл бұрын

I love this scout in white, noice

@lbonken 4 жыл бұрын

This is a really compelling alternative to a Tiguan

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed! Especially since the Passat Alltrack is presently MIA

@Nick-Gye 3 жыл бұрын

Space saver hardly gives 'peace of mind'. The Passat Alltrack has a full size spare thus giving it a major advantage

@siquanwu3131 4 жыл бұрын

Great review as always Tom. Interesting fact of Scoda: no Scoda vehicle is fitted with ventilated seats as they are designed to cool European market, so they all have heated seats even second role does. In terms of Superb Scout, I write it off because two things: no ventilated seats (as I live in Queensland) and no 360 cameras (it is a big wagon).

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

Good point! I didn't know what. Agree the lack of a 360 degree camera is a bit annoying on a vehicle of this length.

@JesPersson 4 жыл бұрын

They do have ventilated seats in some European markets though if you go for the Ergo-seat with massage function.

@ravingmad765 4 жыл бұрын

The standard superb has ventilated seats. The sports line did not. So they DO.

@wolfblaide 4 жыл бұрын

Skoda Superbs do have ventilated seats. The standard Superb has it (well, when the car is available). Mine is a 2019 model and has it.

@tonyspiegel6771 4 жыл бұрын

My 2018 Superb sedan has ventilated front seats ... came with the tech pack and comfort pack

@generaldamage3282 4 жыл бұрын

Good review, but you left out one of the most important details: price tag, please give price ranges as well.

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

$62k driveway in only one spec.

@lukelawrence6007 4 жыл бұрын

Tom you gonna review the toyota corolla rival the new skoda scala

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

We were supposed to be driving it this week, Luke, but Skoda had to push back the media launch. Hoping it occurs this month…

@idicratic101 4 жыл бұрын

How does this compare to the new seat wagon?

@pastorofmuppets8834 3 жыл бұрын

We don't get seats in Australia sadly

@JD-767 4 жыл бұрын

How do you compare this to a Subaru Levorg STI in regards to both Technology and performance ?

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

Substantially better roadholding and compliance, newer cabin tech, probably similarly quick in a straight line

@JD-767 4 жыл бұрын

Chasing Cars I thought will Subaru’s AWD technology the Levorg would be far better with handling?

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

Torque distribution might be faster - but steering, body control and suspension compliance are even more important, at least on sealed surfaces - and these are areas the Skoda is significantly ahead of the Levorg.

@pastorofmuppets8834 4 жыл бұрын

Subaru has done great marketing to convince people they have the best AWD and handle the best. Some of theirs are better than rivals, but not all their cars. The Levorg is substantially smaller though, and I'd imagine rarely cross shopped with this.

@JD-767 4 жыл бұрын

Chasing Cars I think the Levorg STI is a better comparison with the Superb Sportsline?

@RJC6 4 жыл бұрын

Great review! It's just a much better looking car than Kodiak.

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

I reckon the Scout looks better from the rear end, but I’m actually a fan of the Kodiaq Sportline and RS from most angles

@non9886 4 жыл бұрын

today i walked on street and saw some mercedes. and thought that it looks so boring (although i am fan of mercedes). few cars near was kodiak and i can tell you it caught my eyes. i am not so familiar with that car yet but as many other cars, particulary skodas, looks "nothing special" on photos or in videos on own eyes they have definitely their beauty. i personally like skodas a lot but was never fan of vw (as for as design). people have different taste...

@GlobalTriathlonNetwork 4 жыл бұрын

Why is the engine warming light on?

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

Because the accessories were on, but the engine wasn’t

@richieduck67 4 жыл бұрын

Good for scouting around?

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

Oh, you bet.

@jlaureta3227 4 жыл бұрын

Which would you recommend? This or the 508 SW?

@pastorofmuppets8834 4 жыл бұрын

In terms of looks I reckon the 508 beats this hands down. This is a little quicker and more powerful though. If you want 4wd then has to be the Scout. Otherwise IMHO the Peugeot is just too beautiful to pass on.

@pastorofmuppets8834 3 жыл бұрын

@Johnny Dong why? You still stuck in the 80s? We've had 4 French cars (3 Renault 1 Citroen) over the last 10 years with no issues. Skoda on the other hand ... Don't get me started! And many friends with BMW, Audi, Honda etc with issues. So my next car will be French.

@pastorofmuppets8834 3 жыл бұрын

@Johnny Dong what's funny? My Skoda superb went back to the dealer seven times; you think that's funny? The eighth time it broke I went and bought my Citroen C4 Grand Picasso. Five years later it's still running great and I'm struggling to find a good enough replacement (I.e. something that will be better). Go and join the Golf forums and see what nightmares half the owners are having (yes the other half have zero issues). How many friends do you have with anything make by BMW? Many of my friends and KZfaq vloggers I watch have been back for major issues. Even Nissan and Mazda are known for issues nowadays though not as common (our most reliable past cars have been a Nissan pulsar and a Mazda 3). My Ford Focus RS, well known apparently to break down, has one Bluetooth issue. Yet everyone says "oh you have an RS? Good luck!" I don't need luck. Two years into ownership very happy with it. Stop propogating misinformation based on zero information.

@pastorofmuppets8834 3 жыл бұрын

@January Romblon I'd be keen to hear how you go with your shopping. I'm very worried about the petrol particulate filter going wrong with these. The Peugeot has nothing like this in it, granted it isn't as quick in a straight line.

@justy5944 4 жыл бұрын

How is this ‘pragmatically styled’?

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

Pretty no-fuss, long and narrow shape, not too many details simply there for the sake of aesthetics

@slugger7440 4 жыл бұрын

Out of 10 how would you rate seat comfort?

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

7, but I have high standards for seats

@cartmann227 3 жыл бұрын

@YeOldOak 4 жыл бұрын

13:50 - Knight Rider

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

Good spot.

@SvenTheSveed 4 жыл бұрын

Not a patch on V90 Cross Country. Cheap enough though.

@Udayana_Senanayake 2 жыл бұрын

The difference between perticular and particular should be corrected.

@radissimo1 3 жыл бұрын

waiting for Subaru Levorg wagon 2021

@pastorofmuppets8834 3 жыл бұрын

It will have CVT no doubt which rules it out for me

@callumfreebairn8082 3 жыл бұрын

i'll consider it. more so if there's a diesel version

@jwn851 4 жыл бұрын

YES YES YES

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

The Scout? Absolutely, yes.

@jaiminshah2026 4 жыл бұрын

G'day Tom a friend of mine suggested not to buy it due to PPF He thinks if there is any problem to occur, skoda will not honor the warranty just by saying I must have fill the car with normal fuel That really put me off I'm in the market and looking for a suv alternative and I really liked the car What are your thoughts please

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

Thankfully, there will be clear and verifiable evidence if you've filled with high-sulphur (E10, 91 octane, etc), because the particulate filter would be clogged. Low sulphur fuels simply don't do this. Remember, it's illegal to not honour a warranty if the operator has followed the operating instructions (i.e. fill the car with 95 octane or greater). You'd have a good case to challenge their decision legally if you'd done everything right and the car still failed.

@jaiminshah2026 4 жыл бұрын

@@chasingcars thanks a lot I'm also looking at the golf r wagon as the Passat all track is not available anymore and the new octavia rs is at least 6 months away.

@Coastmac2001 4 жыл бұрын

The Passat Alltrack is no longer available in Australia. VW are no longer at this stage looking at its return. The Passat range here is down to 1 sedan & 1 Wagon only.

@chasingcars 4 жыл бұрын

The last update I had maybe six months ago was that the Alltrack was set to return as a 162TSI petrol. Do you have information that this has changed?

@Coastmac2001 4 жыл бұрын

@@chasingcars Michael Bartsch from VW Australia was trying to secure both the Alltrack Tdi & a Petrol variant as well. The Tdi was due back here at the start of this yr, & the petrol was supposed to follow . But WLTP & Supply problems appear to have had some impact, & VW also had serious issues with regulators on a number of fronts. This played a major decision on streamlining the Passat back to 1 engine, 2 models (Sedan/Wagon) . Dealers Product guides currently make no mention of Passat Alltrack models at this stage for the local lineup. The other problem is that any further petrol variant will be PPF equipped, & that rules that variant out locally. VW will use older engines for this market in as many models as they can until supplies of those engines are exhausted. But the petrol Passat Alltrack also doesn't appear to be in that mix .

@MichaelSeowCanberra 4 жыл бұрын

If they do bring back the Passat Alltrack, it needs to be a diesel. We love the torque curve of diesels engines compared to even a high powered petrol :)

@BariarnilforG 4 жыл бұрын

@@MichaelSeowCanberra torque curve? Its very narrow, from 2000-3000 rpm and thats it (EA189). EA888 TSI is noticeably smoother and has broader power band