All ŠKODA models with Euro 6 engines
With the launch of the new ŠKODA Superb, ŠKODA is upgrading their entire model range in Europe to modern and environmentally friendly Euro 6 engines. From the beginning of June 2015, all ŠKODA models – from the Citigo to the new Superb – will be available with the most up-to-date petrol engines from the EA 211/EA 888 series or with the TDI common-rail diesel engines from the Volkswagen Group’s EA 288 series, including stop-start system and brake energy recovery (for Citigo optional). 

The most important engine improvements affect the ŠKODA Yeti and Rapid model lines. The ŠKODA Rapid/Rapid Spaceback features a new EA 211-series 1.2 TSI petrol engine with higher power output: 66 or 81 kW (90 hp, 107 g CO2/km, 4,6 l/100 km or 110 hp, 110 g CO2/km, 4,9 l/100 km); a 1.4 TSI petrol engine with 92 kW (125 hp, 114 g CO2/km, 4,8 l/100 km) is also available. The previous entry-level three-cylinder 1.2 MPI/55 kW (75 hp) petrol engine will no longer be produced. The EA 288 diesel engines are also brand new for the Rapid model range: the three-cylinder 1.4 TDI/66 kW (90 hp, 94 g CO2/km, 3,6 l/100 km) and the four-cylinder 1.6 TDI/85 kW (116 hp, 109 g CO2/km, 4,2 l/100 km) engine.

From the beginning of June, the ŠKODA Yeti will be available with new 1.2 and 1.4 TSI petrol engines from the EA 211 engine range: 1.2 TSI/81 kW (110 hp, 124 g CO2/km, 5,3 l/100 km), 1.4 TSI/92 kW (125 hp, 134 g CO2/km, 5,8 l/100 km), as well as 1.4 TSI/110 kW (150 hp, 147 g CO2/km, 6,3 l/100 km). The following Euro 6 diesel engines (EA 288) are now available for the Yeti: 2.0 TDI/81 kW (110 hp, 115 g CO2/km, 4,4 l/100 km) and 2.0 TDI/110 kW (150 hp, 126 g CO2/km, 4,8 l/100 km). The 2.0 TDI/125 kW (170 hp) is being discontinued.

 

And other updates

 

Fantastic connectivity solutions are also available for the Octavia, Rapid/Rapid Spaceback and Yeti as part of the 2016 facelift.  These models will come with SmartLink upon request, covering the standards MirrorLinkTM, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. SmartGate is also available as an option for the Octavia, Rapid/Rapid Spaceback and Yeti. The Octavia will feature the Bolero and Amundsen infotainment systems with larger, higher resolution screens: the displays have increased in size from 5.8 to 6.5 inches – 800x480 resolution.  In addition, the Columbus infotainment-navigation system can be operated from the back, again using the specifically designed app. 

 

 

Rapid and Rapid Spaceback: Increased safety with new assistance systems 
The already high safety level of the ŠKODA Rapid series is going to be improved. At the end of May, a whole host of innovative safety systems will be available upon request.  The new radar-based Front Assistant is triggered before an impending collision. An integral part to this is the city emergency braking function for speeds between 5 and 30 km/hr. The multi-collision brake will also be available upon request for the Rapid and Rapid Spaceback. This reduces the risk of the vehicle colliding with other vehicles following an initial accident on the road. 

The Trailer Stability Assistant/TSA will also be available for the Rapid and Rapid Spaceback in the EU, increasing safety when driving with a trailer. The function is automatically activated when the outlet of the trailer coupling is attached to the vehicle. While driving, the TSA continuously analyses possible trailer yaw movements that may arise in certain driving manoeuvres. If the trailer begins to swing in a pendulum-like motion, the TSA intervenes to stabilize both the trailer and car. This is carried out in two stages: The first stage involves automatically baking individual wheels. Should that not be sufficient to bring the oscillations under control, the second stage involves slowing the vehicle and trailer down together.  The Trailer Stability Assistant works based on the sensors in the Electronic Stability Program ESC. 

The Driver Activity Assistant is also available for the ŠKODA Rapid and Rapid Spaceback, warning the driver if they are fatigued. In addition, the Parking Distance Control front and rear is celebrating its premiere in the ŠKODA Rapid. The Rapid is also going to be available with LED daytime running lights. This is integrated into the front fog lights. 

The Light Assistant is also new in the ŠKODA Rapid. This function automatically turns on the low-beam lights when ambient light drops below a certain value, for example in the evening or driving through tunnels. Another new addition is the automatic lock and start system KESSY (Keyless-Entry-Start-and-Exit-SYstem). With KESSY, you can lock and unlock the car and start the engine without a physical key. The Rapid now features the Easy Start version. Easy Start combines the remote central locking with a folding key and engine start at the push of a button. The ŠKODA Rapid has another new feature, too: the indicators have moved from the bumper to the side mirror. 

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It will certainly modernise the Rapid with indicators moved out of the wings to the mirrors.

They share the same as the Fabia 3 now. Also the Citigo has the same mirrors but I doubt they'll do it to that yet.

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Nice.  Although if you specify all those extras it's going to move some way above the current budget pricing.

 

I've already had a Hyundai and a Proton so I know that a cheap old-fashioned car loaded with extras is still old-fashioned but no longer cheap.

 

Rapids or Toledo's would never sell at list price, so how many more do VAG expect to offload with a few grand of toys to pay for on top?

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Test drove a Fabia III TSI 110 yesterday and to be honest I prefer the older 8v TSI 105; feels like it has a little more get up and go. Nor was I taken with the KESSY keyless start.

 

 

TP

Test drove a Fabia III TSI 110 yesterday and to be honest I prefer the older 8v TSI 105; feels like it has a little more get up and go. Nor was I taken with the KESSY keyless start.

 

 

TP

 

It wont be the first Euro 6 motor that seems to lack power - remember last year's "Fiat 500 wont go up hills" drama

The Trailer Stability Assistant/TSA will also be available for the Rapid and Rapid Spaceback in the EU, increasing safety when driving with a trailer. The function is automatically activated when the outlet of the trailer coupling is attached to the vehicle. While driving, the TSA continuously analyses possible trailer yaw movements that may arise in certain driving manoeuvres. If the trailer begins to swing in a pendulum-like motion, the TSA intervenes to stabilize both the trailer and car. This is carried out in two stages: The first stage involves automatically baking individual wheels. Should that not be sufficient to bring the oscillations under control, the second stage involves slowing the vehicle and trailer down together.  The Trailer Stability Assistant works based on the sensors in the Electronic Stability Program ESC.

 

 

Not sure that I'd be overly keen on having my wheels baked

still no word on a rapid vrs this makes me sad :(

still no word on a rapid vrs this makes me sad :(

 

Same! If they aren't going to fit the Fabia with a 1.8 TSI lump then they should fit it to a VRS version of the Rapid!