The term “in da-house” was fashionable in the early 2000s, used by mainly white, teenage middle-class suburbanites rebelling against the norms of the day. These teenagers are now just like mummy and daddy middle-class cocaine snorters, professionals in well-paying jobs and big houses. They are now car buyers and still like to use the term “in da-house” while texting and driving on their way to work. More importantly, these people are now car buyers and they like buying Skoda cars. Namely the Skoda Scala.
Skoda says that the new Scala raises standards once again. We can not be certain of such claims because we have yet to get behind the wheel of the new Scala. But for now we’ll have to take Skoda’s word, generally, they make very good cars offered at very good prices. It’s a win-win, ding-ding, yin-yang situation.
Skoda reckons its designers have fully maximised cabin space, the Scala offers best-in-class rear headroom and a vast 467 litre boot (extendable to 1,410 litres with the rear seats folded).
Customers can choose from three engine options (two petrol and one diesel) with power outputs ranging from 115PS to 150PS. The petrol range consists of one 1.0 TSI unit with 115PS and a 1.5 TSI engine with 150PS.
A third petrol unit developing 95PS will be added to the line-up later this year. The Scala’s diesel option is a 1.6 TDI unit that generates 115PS. All engines, with the exception of the 1.0 TSI 95PS, which is available later this year, are available with an optional seven-speed DSG transmission.
All three Scala trim grades offer high levels of standard specification. The S model, which starts from £16,595, comes with 16-inch alloy wheels, LED headlamps, leather steering wheel, gear and handbrake lever and a height adjustable driver’s seat.
Customers opting for S model also get air-conditioning, DAB digital radio, front and rear electric windows and Swing infotainment system with 6.5-inch screen. In terms of safety equipment, the S model, which joins the range later in the Summer, features front head and side airbags, Front assist, Lane assist, Speed limiter and Emergency call with proactive services.
The mid-range SE model is priced from £18,585 OTR and adds a host of additional features including cruise control, rear parking sensors, Bolero infotainment system with 8-inch touchscreen, integrated umbrella, and height adjustable passenger seat.
The range-topping SE L costs from £20,385 OTR and delivers one of the most comprehensive specification lists in the sector. It includes ŠKODA’s new Amundsen infotainment system with 9.2-inch glass touchscreen, Virtual Cockpit, climate control air conditioning, keyless entry with start/stop and a colour multifunction trip computer.
The exterior design features 17-inch alloy wheels, full LED rear lights, dynamic indicators and privacy glass on the rear windows. Inside, the seats are finished with silver Microsuede trims and chrome details on the dashboard, door panelling, gear and handbrake lever.
A wide range of options allow Scala buyers to tailor the specification of their car to match their requirements.
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