Good morning,

 

I am looking at picking up a lease for the Skoda Scala in the next couple of months and wanted to hear from you peeps whether the Mote Carlo is worth the extra cost over the SEL? On average there is about a £15 - £30 pm difference from the SEL model with no extras.

 

I currently drive a Skoda Fabia redline, and I must admit I do like the seats and the steering wheel, where its flat at the bottom compared to the slandered option. 

 

Thanks.

I have an SE-L so can comment from that perspective. The spec is good on this model - certainly more comfort focused in terms of features - e.g  climate control and keyless entry + keyless ignition. The only extras on mine are quartz grey paint and the Tailgate Design Package.

 

I have sat in a Monte Carlo in the dealership and did like it - sport interior was nice and the Exterior Design Pack adds some nice touches - particularly the full length glass roof, full LED headlights and extended glass on the boot.

 

What it comes down to is what you value. If you want something that looks a bit more sporty, then the Monte Carlo is probably the better bet.  Otherwise, the SE-L is a solid choice. The only other thing I would add is that there is nothing sporty about the way the Scala handles. It is very composed on the road but is definitely more comfort oriented. If you are looking for a car that you will enjoy driving enthusiastically, a Golf / A3 / 1 Series / A- Class might be a better choice. Just my thoughts!