The second generation of the most exclusive model of Skoda car was presented at the Geneva Motor Show in March this year, and represents an interesting combination of business and family sedan at a reasonable price.
Škoda's designers when designing a new generation did not celebrate. While the front act powerfully and seductively, rear Superba remains incomplete. As if they were in the final run out of inspiration, and maybe even the boss of Volkswagen drag 'emergency brake' in the Czech cruiser would not jeopardize the sale of the Passat or even the Audi A4.
Superb original was produced Since 1934. to 1942. year, in time, while the Skoda was one of Europe's largest carmaker, and the first modern generation has endured, with minor cosmetic changes in the market for 7 years, since 2001. by 2008.
Superb test driven a 2-liter common-rail turbodiesel engine with 170 HP, DSG gearbox, and the richest Elegance package, along with some supplement from the list of accessories. Although at first glance, the total price of 38 540 euros seems significant, in practice it Superb fully justified.At the wheel
With plenty of space and automated seat is very easy to find a proper driving position. The front seats are spacious and comfortable, but high quality comfort include only a rear bench that can easily imagine the role of a successful director. The noise level inside is reduced to a minimum, a suspension, despite the 18-inch wheels, absorbs the bumps smooth and quiet.
Rich equipment such as audio device with 8 speakers and a multifunction display, automatic dual-zone air conditioning, DSG gearbox with 6-speed transmission and bi-xenon headlights, guarantees a pleasant and safe ride.
The boot is the volume of 565-1670 liters, and innovative concepts TwinDoor, which provides special opening tailgate and separately opening the fifth door, it seems very functional.
On the road
The powerful diesel engine combined with DSG seems right choice for cruiser like suberb. With 170 hp available at 4200/min and 350 Nm in the range of 1750 to 2500/min suberb catches by 8.8 mph with a maximum speed of 220 km / h.
Drive the front wheels with the help of DSG, which is a leader among the dual-clutch transmission. Changes to speed fast and smooth, no jerks in the hand or in fully automatic mode driving. Although this is a space-saving engine, curb weight of 1565 kg is not conducive to low consumption, so we can average rarely descended below the 8.5 l/100 km.
Thanks to independent suspension with McPherson front spring legs, multiliku rear tires measuring 225/45 and a wide range of electronic systems, the stability of the largest Skoda is a sovereign at all times. Only the exaggeration excluded Electronics starts slowly sliding the front end, but it is a mild correction, or a bit of control, quickly returned under control.
Quality and reliability
Given that the new generation had just arrived on the market, it is difficult to predict whether the operation to see some typical problems emerge, but we believe that Skoda is on that side will not spoil. This past generations been known for quality and reliable car, and installation of proven components from other group companies are just additional warranty.
The interior materials are all pleasant to the touch, and the final processing is in line with price and a segment of the Superb, which belongs to the party and no unpleasant surprises.
Cost of Ownership
Given that most of the parts shared with the Volkswagen models, the cost of maintenance is an acceptable amount. Price of regular service around 1700 kuna, and it should be done every 15,000 km or once a year.
Skoda Superb on bail of two years in engineering, three years in an easy and ten years on rust.
Price
Base Price Superb Elegance 2.0 TDI is 35 909 euros, and with the addition of certain elements such as larger wheels, metallic paint, multi-coated steering wheel, preparation for mobile phone and blind for sun protection, price increases for Non-Small 38 540 euros. However, a suberb in practice, and justifies its price is still better than most direct competitors.
Awards
The new Skoda Superb has won two prestigious awards. Skoda Superb in Germany on Sunday awarded the Golden Steering Wheel 2008th (Goldenes Lenkrad 2008.) Magazine Auto Bild. Skoda Superb ranked first among the novelties of the middle class and thus left behind a six competitors. "A spacious interior and the materials used and the driving characteristics offer a new level of comfort and driving pleasure. These characteristics, as well as individual and distinctive design of the new Skoda Superb car are fascinating, "said Reinhard Jung, chairman of Skoda Auto ...
Another important prize is great Austrian automotive awards (Grosse Österreichische Automobilpreis), which is awarded annually by the Automobile Club ARBÖ. Experts, public figures and thousands of readers this year, a total of 36 candidates were selected by the best and most popular car 2008th year. Combining the practical advantages of a car with a five-door hatchback and the Skoda Superb Elegance secured the first prize in the category of middle class. Earlier, the new Superb in the Czech Republic won the Club of journalists who follow the automotive industry "Technobest 2008" for the system TwinDoor. Poland won the award for "Best Car" in Croatia carries the title "Najposlovni car" (the jury ZG Auto Show) in Latvia has won the "Car of the Year 2008.", While Germany was declared the "Official Vehicle 2008. "......
