Skoda Scala – a strong player in the compact class

The producer from Mlada Boleslav threw Scala into very deep water. The car replaced the Rapid model, much liked by Poles, and it is not easy to match its predecessor, which was a bestseller and a powerhouse of the Czech manufacturer. The model still has a good chance of a market success, and how the compact Skoda drives, it is best to check it by renting it for the holiday season at PANEK Rent a Car. 

But is it true that Skoda Scala is the successor to the Rapid model? The first association that comes to mind when browsing the catalog of this model is that Scala’s task is to finally break Skoda with the image of a cheap car for people who are not interested in the automotive industry. While the Rapid was a technically simple and cheap car to buy, offering a spacious interior and a huge trunk at the same time, the Scala model, offering users rich equipment and good finishing materials, is to set a new standard for the budget brand at the Volkswagen Group.

Mature and modern

Scala has one more very important task, which we got to know after the premiere of the new Octavia. The car has to take over some responsibility for the compact class after the debut of the latest generation of the Czech hit. The task is therefore very difficult, but not impossible to complete. It was Scala who initiated the new styling line of the front part of the body, it was also here that the new dashboard architecture was used for the first time, the main features of which are transferred to the other models. Let the numbers prove the validity of this theory. The Skoda Scala is 78 mm longer than the Volkswagen Golf VIII generation, 2 mm wider and 8 mm higher, and its wheelbase is 17 mm longer. The differences are also visible in the size of the boot, which in Scala has a volume of 467 liters, while in the Golf 381.

Omnipotent 

The car is also equipped with a number of driver support and safety systems. On board of the cars available at PANEK Rent a Car you will find, among others, LED headlights, active cruise control with lane keeping system, uphill driving assistance system, emergency braking system and full equipment option for passenger comfort, i.e. leather steering wheel, dual-zone air conditioning, heated front seats and exterior mirrors, and, importantly in winter, heated washer nozzles. You can not forget about the sensors and rear view camera, tinted windows or the audio system with AppleCarPlay and Android Auto.

Economical and dynamic 

Cars available at PANEK Rent a Car are equipped with new 110 HP 1.0 TSI drive units, which can also be found in current models of other brands of the concern, including Audi. The customer can choose between cars with a manual 6-speed gearbox or a 7-speed dual-clutch DSG automatic transmission. Cars provide similar performance, so the choice between versions should only be a matter of driver’s preference. 

The Skoda Scala is very stable and comfortable to drive. While the suspension reveals its German roots and remains bouncy, it is by no means hard. The engineers managed to find the perfect compromise between the precision of driving on winding roads and stability during high-speed driving on the highway. An important component when choosing a car for a longer journey is fuel economy and also at this point the 3-cylinder unit shows its bright side. On the road it is possible to achieve consumption of 6 l / 100 km, and in the city the computer should not show results higher than 7.5 l / 100 km. What influences the driving pleasure is quite high torque of 200 Nm (in the range of revolutions 2000 – 3500), which allows to maintain good dynamics during overtaking maneuvers. 

Skoda Scala turns out to be a great companion for longer holiday trips, weekend trips or Christmas trips. The modern, spacious and comfortable car is also well-equipped. Be sure to check the availability of cars at PANEK Rent a Car and choose a copy for yourself.

Skoda Scala – a strong player in the compact class  

The producer from Mlada Boleslav threw Scala into very deep water. The car replaced the Rapid model, much liked by Poles, and it is not easy to match its predecessor, which was a bestseller and a powerhouse of the Czech manufacturer. The model still has a good chance of a market success, and how the compact Skoda drives, it is best to check it by renting it for the holiday season at PANEK Rent a Car.

But is it true that Skoda Scala is the successor to the Rapid model? The first association that comes to mind when browsing the catalog of this model is that Scala’s task is to finally break Skoda with the image of a cheap car for people who are not interested in the automotive industry. While the Rapid was a technically simple and cheap car to buy, offering a spacious interior and a huge trunk at the same time, the Scala model, offering users rich equipment and good finishing materials, is to set a new standard for the budget brand at the Volkswagen Group.

Mature and modern 

Scala has one more very important task, which we got to know after the premiere of the new Octavia. The car has to take over some responsibility for the compact class after the debut of the latest generation of the Czech hit. The task is therefore very difficult, but not impossible to complete. It was Scala who initiated the new styling line of the front part of the body, it was also here that the new dashboard architecture was used for the first time, the main features of which are transferred to the other models. Let the numbers prove the validity of this theory. The Skoda Scala is 78 mm longer than the Volkswagen Golf VIII generation, 2 mm wider and 8 mm higher, and its wheelbase is 17 mm longer. The differences are also visible in the size of the boot, which in Scala has a volume of 467 liters, while in the Golf 381.

Omnipotent 

The car is also equipped with a number of driver support and safety systems. On board of the cars available at PANEK Rent a Car you will find, among others, LED headlights, active cruise control with lane keeping system, uphill driving assistance system, emergency braking system and full equipment option for passenger comfort, i.e. leather steering wheel, dual-zone air conditioning, heated front seats and exterior mirrors, and, importantly in winter, heated washer nozzles. You can not forget about the sensors and rear view camera, tinted windows or the audio system with AppleCarPlay and Android Auto.

Economical and dynamic 

Cars available at PANEK Rent a Car are equipped with new 110 HP 1.0 TSI drive units, which can also be found in current models of other brands of the concern, including Audi. The customer can choose between cars with a manual 6-speed gearbox or a 7-speed dual-clutch DSG automatic transmission. Cars provide similar performance, so the choice between versions should only be a matter of driver’s preference. 

The Skoda Scala is very stable and comfortable to drive. While the suspension reveals its German roots and remains bouncy, it is by no means hard. The engineers managed to find the perfect compromise between the precision of driving on winding roads and stability during high-speed driving on the highway. An important component when choosing a car for a longer journey is fuel economy and also at this point the 3-cylinder unit shows its bright side. On the road it is possible to achieve consumption of 6 l / 100 km, and in the city the computer should not show results higher than 7.5 l / 100 km. What influences the driving pleasure is quite high torque of 200 Nm (in the range of revolutions 2000 – 3500), which allows to maintain good dynamics during overtaking maneuvers. 

Skoda Scala turns out to be a great companion for longer holiday trips, weekend trips or Christmas trips. The modern, spacious and comfortable car is also well-equipped. Be sure to check the availability of cars at PANEK Rent a Car and choose a copy for yourself.