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ŠKODA continues to grow: Over recent years, the brand has fundamentally expanded and renewed its model range. Now, ŠKODA’s SUV range is being strengthened. With the ŠKODA VisionS, the Czech car manufacturer gives an insight into how ŠKODA’s future SUV design language might look. The brand also presents its most important future technologies with the show car. The new ŠKODA Octavia vRS 4×4, the ŠKODA Octavia G-TEC with DSG transmission and the ScoutLine version of the Fabia Estate round off ŠKODA’s appearance at Lac Léman.

Mladá Boleslav/Geneva, 17 February 2016 – The ŠKODA VisionS incorporates the brand’s new design language, carrying it over into the SUV segment: the design is clearly influenced by Czech Cubism and the tradition of Bohemian crystal art. The lines are precise, sharp and clean-cut; the distinctive interplay of light and shadow on the contoured surfaces creates exciting effects, which are accentuated by the Island-Green color.

With a 2.79-meter wheelbase, at 4.70 meters long, 1.91 meters wide and 1.68 meters tall, the ŠKODA VisionS makes a bold statement on the road. Based on the Volkswagen Group’s Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB), this is ŠKODA’s first vehicle to feature six seats across three rows.

Another highlight of the concept vehicle is its plug-in hybrid powertrain: with 165 kW (225 hp), the show car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds with a top speed of almost 200 km/h. 1.9 litres of petrol is all the car needs to travel 100 km (45 grams CO2 per kilometre). The ŠKODA VisionS can go up to 50 km on electric alone, and will travel up to 1000 km with both systems.

The internal combustion engine is a 1.4 TSI with 115 kW (156 hp) and 250 Nm of torque. This works alongside an e-motor that provides 40 kW of 40 kW continuous power and 220 Nm peak torque. It is integrated into the six-speed DSG, which directs the power to the front wheels. A second electric motor with up to 85 kW and 270 Nm of torque drives the rear axle. This works independently of the front axle drive, meaning the show car has a smart four-wheel drive, which requires no mechanical coupling. The three engines cooperate in a highly flexible manner: The driver of the ŠKODA VisionS can choose between several modes of operation – from purely electric drive to charge modes, always with the goal of maximum efficiency. The lithium-ion battery with a 12.4kWh capacity is positioned in front of the rear axle.

ŠKODA has responded to the rapidly growing scope of information and the passengers’ desire to communicate by introducing automotive digital networking (mobile services), providing large displays for optimum vehicle and infotainment services for all passengers, who can connect to the network several ways from each seat in the vehicle.

The ŠKODA Octavia vRS 4×4 will also be celebrating its debut at this year’s motor show: ŠKODA’s top-of-the-range Octavia is available as a saloon or estate with the 2.0 TDI engine with 135 kW (184 PS) and DSG transmission. With a drive unit, which is both sporty and safe, the Octavia vRS 4×4 makes a strong partner for families, work and leisure. The car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds and reaches a top speed of 228 km/h. In NEDC, the model will manage 4.9 litre diesel per 100 km; CO2 equivalent of 129 grams per km (all values for sedan).

The ŠKODA Octavia G-TEC is particularly economical: It currently costs less than four euros in fuel to drive this model 100 km. On request, ŠKODA can fit the natural-gas car with DSG transmission. The 1.4 TSI provides 81 kW (110 hp) per km, emits less than 100 grams of CO2. The 1.4 TSI provides 81 kW (110 hp), emitting less than 100 grams of CO2 per km. The ŠKODA Octavia G-TEC is available in saloon and estate versions.

ŠKODA’s ScoutLine range also continues to grow. Alongside the Rapid Spaceback ScoutLine, there is now the ŠKODA Fabia Estate ScoutLine – with its unique off-road look and attractive, practical equipment features. Three petrol engines with 55 kW (75 hp), 66 kW (90 hp) and 81 kW (110 hp) and three diesel engines with 55 kW (75 hp), 66 kW (90 hp) and 77 kW (105 hp) are available.

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ŠKODA works driver Pontus Tidemand (S) worked their way up from fourth place into second on Saturday. Esapekka Lappi (FIN) win two special stages and are now fourth.

Clear upward trend for ŠKODA Motorsport on day two of the Rally Sweden. After a mixed start to the second event of the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC 2) on Friday, the two ŠKODA works drivers Pontus Tidemand (S) and Esapekka Lappi (FIN) worked their way significantly up the field with outstanding stage times in the WRC 2 classification. This leaves local hero Tidemand and his co-driver Jonas Andersson (S) in second place going into the final day of his home rally, and his deficit of 17.9 seconds to leader Elfyn Evans (GB) even gives him a minimal chance of victory. Team-mate Lappi and co-driver Janne Ferm (FIN) are also dreaming of a podium finish. The “flying Finns” are just 8.7 seconds off third place.

Four of the five stage best times on Saturday went to a ŠKODA Fabia R5 driver. Lappi won the special stages Rämmen 2 and Vargåsen 2 – narrowly beating Tidemand on each stage, who previously won the stage Vargåsen 1 and the spectator stage in the Karlstad equestrian stadium in the evening. Meaning that a ŠKODA works driver set the pace on both passes of the legendary stage on which the teams have to master the acclaimed Colin's Crest, popular with rally fans.

“We had a lot of fun on the special stages today,” said Tidemand. “The ŠKODA Fabia R5 ran perfectly and I was in excellent harmony with my new co-driver Jonas Andersson. Jonas really is a pace note guru! Today’s stages were pure gravel tracks during the recce, but they were completely covered in snow today. Despite this, we were able to push thanks to Jonas’ experience, and increasingly reduced the deficit to the leaders. It’s a shame that so many classified kilometres were cancelled and there is only one stage left for tomorrow. However, we will give it our all once again to try and make the impossible possible.”

Lappi, who complained he was suffering with a cold on Saturday, hasn’t given up on the dream of a place on the winner’s podium either. “I’m a little surprised that I made up so many places today and even won two stages,” said the Finn. “I didn’t actually feel that well during the day. But in the afternoon in particular I found a good rhythm and got through the stages cleanly. The aim was to make up as many places as possible. Maybe we will even manage to move up another place, even though it will be far from easy on the relatively short power stage on Sunday.”

The two ŠKODA works drivers really don’t have a lot of time, or more accurately, many kilometres left to continue their pursuit. Due to the unusually mild weather conditions in the Swedish province of Värmland, which caused eight special stages to be cancelled at the beginning of the week, only the final power stage covering 15.87 kilometres will be held on Sunday. Four stages covering 61.74 kilometres were originally planned for the final day. This sees the overall distance of the Rally Sweden reduced from 331.21 to 226.48 classified kilometres.

Classifications Rally Sweden (WRC 2) after six of 12 SS:
1. Evans/Parry (GB/GB)  Ford Fiesta R5   1h 56m 49.4s
2. Tidemand/Andersson (S/S)  ŠKODA Fabia R5  + 17.9s
3. Grøndal/Walfridsson (N/S)  Ford Fiesta R5   + 1m 50.6s
4. Lappi/Ferm (FIN/FIN)  ŠKODA Fabia R5  + 1m 59.3s
5. Brynildsen/Fredriksson (N/S) Ford Fiesta R5   + 2m 28.8s

Number of the day: 1.13
Mission Impossible? Maybe. But Pontus Tidemand will leave no stone unturned on Sunday. His deficit to leader Elfyn Evans stands at 17.9 seconds going into the final special stage of the Rally Sweden. To claim the win in the WRC 2 classification at his home rally, Tidemand would have to be 1.13 seconds per kilometre faster than his rival. An almost impossible task to master in modern rallying.

Article source: www.skoda.co.uk

ŠKODA UK is urging motorists to get set for safe winter motoring, as new research reveals that up to 28 million* cars across the country could be kitted out with tyres that aren’t ideal for the conditions.

Milton Keynes, 20 January 2016 - With temperatures frequently dropping below 7°C, the new data** shows that only 14 per cent of British motorists own a set of cold weather tyres.

When fitted with the appropriate tyres for winter weather, vehicles benefit from improved grip which can stop drivers getting stuck in the white stuff or losing control in cold conditions. Braking distances are greatly reduced as well.

Yet, despite this, nearly half (49 per cent) of ŠKODA’s respondents claimed that their chief concern when selecting tyres was getting the lowest price, instead of having the most suitable set.

With experts*** suggesting that tyres should be checked at least once a month, nearly a fifth (17 per cent) of motorists admitted to not doing so for at least six months. This means that around 22 million**** tyres across the country could have tread depths that fall below recommended levels.

Warren Richards, Head of Service & Parts Operations for ŠKODA UK, commented: “Driving in winter can be dangerous at times – that’s no secret. But what’s less known is that when temperatures drop below 7°C, cold weather tyres are better equipped to handle the road.

“Cold weather tyres aren’t affected like normal tyres as temperatures drop, maintaining optimum grip and braking performance: these are qualities that can save lives. We’d urge all ŠKODA owners to visit their local retailer and enquire about getting cold weather tyres fitted – something that can be done quickly, simply and for a very reasonable price.”

To help give its owners extra peace of mind during the winter months, ŠKODA UK is also offering a Winter Health Check, which sees cars undergo a seven-point safety check – which includes tyres - for just £25.

Article source: www.skoda.co.uk

ŠKODA communicates its new, modern design language in the SUV segment. The brand will be showcasing its new show car – the ŠKODA VisionS – at the 2016 Geneva International Motor Show, hinting at how ŠKODA’s future SUV could look.

Mladá Boleslav, 2 February 2016 - The design represents a perfect balance of aesthetics, power and function. Over recent years ŠKODA has completely renewed its model range and the next phase will involve broadening the range of models in the SUV segment.

ŠKODA unveiled its new design language in 2014 with the VisionC design study. The brand is now transferring this to the SUV segment with the VisionS (‘S’ stands for SUV) showing how ŠKODA’s future SUV, which is larger than the Yeti model, could look. With a length of 4,700mm and a width of 1,910mm the 1,680mm high show car creates an instant presence on the road.

Inside traditional brand values are recreated with a large interior, here featuring three rows of seats, offering a generous space for six occupants.

Externally the ŠKODA VisionS reflects the brand’s new emotional appeal. All the edges and lines are clear, precise and sharp, while crystalline design elements accentuate the exterior. The interplay of light and shadow creates powerful effects on the strikingly chiselled surfaces.

At the front the bonnet relies on the creative use of plastics, with contours flowing towards the brand logo. The wide grille and four tapered, high-set LED headlights characterise the face of the show car, emphasising the vehicle’s SUV character. Crystalline elements in the vertical struts in the grille and on the logo are ŠKODA’s tribute to the Czech art of crystal-glass design.

The side view also illustrates the strong SUV character of ŠKODA’s VisionS with sharp tornado line spanning the entire length of the powerful car body. Angular wheel arches emphasise the off-road character and the upper-shoulder contour forms a deep groove over the sills. The quickly sloping roofline with the long spoiler and tapered rear visually accelerate the show car even when stationary.

The rear of ŠKODA’s VisionS has been sculpturally designed with a strong diffuser insert bordering the large exhaust pipes, giving the large SUV a visually powerful stance. The ŠKODA logo and shallow rear lights with dynamically cut crystalline housings sit just beneath the low rear window, while ŠKODA’s characteristic C-arm, beginning at the rear lights, runs into the flat reflectors in the bumper.

Article source: www.skoda.co.uk

The urban test cycle is carried out in a laboratory at an ambient temperature of 20 to 30 degrees on a rolling road from a cold start, i.e. the engine has not run for several hours. The cycle consists of a series of accelerations, steady speeds, decelerating and idling. Maximum speed is 31mph (50km/h), average speed 12mph (19km/h) and the distance covered is 2.5 miles (4km).

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