In accordance with the standard EN 13012 the diameters of fuel nozzles at all gas stations are the same. 

The narrower petrol fuel nozzle has a standard diameter of 21mm. The diesel fuel nozzle is wider with the diameter of 25mm. 

 

Like the idiot proof fail-safes   

Yes but some idiot will still manage to squeeze the 25mm nozzle into the 21mm hole - like a child with that hammer and peg set.. Then have to call roadside assistance to remove the nozzle before draining

So how does the Skoda Simply Clever system work then to stop you putting petrol in a diesel then? I can't work it out  :S

Edited 24 February, 201412 yr by JamesVRSmk3

Two more silmly clever details I've noticed:

 

- the plastic tool for removing the wheel bolt caps

- the plastic tool for removing fuses, attached to the lid of the engine compartment fuse box

So how does the Skoda Simply Clever system work then to stop you putting petrol in a diesel then? I can't work it out  :S

Haven't seen any pictures from Skoda specific but I guess the diameter of the small petrol nozzle doesn't touch and release the two trigger points to open up the internal lock system. Something like the photo at the link below may be?

http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/523/Misfueling_Protection_System.jpg 

Yes but some idiot will still manage to squeeze the 25mm nozzle into the 21mm hole - like a child with that hammer and peg set.. Then have to call roadside assistance to remove the nozzle before draining

Agreed stupid is as stupid does (dumb and dumber scenario)

We've all heard the Skoda slogan, but with more use of my car I've come to really appreciate just how accurate their " Simply Clever" boast is . From indicating vehicle and mobile phone battery status, switching music info whilst still seeing vehicle data, the so - useful headlight assist, the fantastic boot net system & curry hooks, the ice scraper in the fuel filler, to the never mentioned removable side pieces in the boot that fold and "stick" to the boot floor to secure any size package - all simply brilliant I reckon, and on a car that's a pleasure to drive too !

JKW

Incidentally, what is a "curry hook"? is that your term based on usage to ensure no spillage of you're take-away?

Incidentally, what is a "curry hook"? is that your term based on usage to ensure no spillage of you're take-away?

Exactly that (I have in in my Fabia) - for hanging carrier bags to prevent said foodstuffs falling over during driving.  Beats taking the wife, or driving whilst trying to keep hold of the bag when going round corners..

Edited 24 February, 201412 yr by philhoward

Haven't seen any pictures from Skoda specific but I guess the diameter of the small petrol nozzle doesn't touch and release the two trigger points to open up the internal lock system. Something like the photo at the link below may be?

http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/523/Misfueling_Protection_System.jpg

 

Ah brilliant - Didn't realise the diesel pumps were longer aswell as wider.

Exactly that (I have in in my Fabia) - for hanging carrier bags to prevent said foodstuffs falling over during driving.  Beats taking the wife, or driving whilst trying to keep hold of the bag when going round corners..

 

I rather like the feeling of a hot madras in my mid region.

Exactly that (I have in in my Fabia) - for hanging carrier bags to prevent said foodstuffs falling over during driving.  Beats taking the wife, or driving whilst trying to keep hold of the bag when going round corners..

I once had a Chinese fall from the car seat onto the floor after braking hard. Too good to waste though. That was long before car manufacturers got "clever" 

Edited 24 February, 201412 yr by Steveh3

 

?Like this Skoda, as they would say in Wales, TIDY !!

 

i.imgur.com/1ggKLdx.jpg

Edited 11 March, 201412 yr by Steveh3

Had anyone else noticed that the dividers in the cup holder in the rear armrest can be moved to accommodate bigger/smaller cups?

Reading light

 

Steveh3, is that the tow hook in the eps block to the spare wheel?

Steveh3, is that the tow hook in the eps block to the spare wheel?

Yes it is, I'm getting the same