New Skoda Superb Overview
The new Škoda Superb arrives in our showroom on 1st September 2008.
New design elements, smart technological solutions and new engines are all incorporated in the flagship Skoda model.
Fantastic contract hire offers on new Superb
Under the Bonnet
Ranging from 105bhp to 260bhp, three petrol and three diesel engines will be available for the new Superb. Besides manual transmissions, the choices will include automatic DSG transmissions and the newest generation of the Haldex four-wheel drive system.
All petrol engines are equipped with a direct injection system to reduce fuel consumption and improve the engines' environmental parameters. The most powerful version of the Superb will be paired with an automatic DSG transmission and a four-wheel drive system and will be available shortly after the official launch of the new model.
The petrol engine portfolio includes:-
- all-new four-cylinder 1.4 TSI (125bhp)
- 1.8 TSI (160bhp )
- brand new 3.6 FSI V6 (260bhp) The diesel engine portfolio includes:-
- 1.9 TDI PD (105bhp)
- 2.0 TDI PD DPF (140bhp)
- all-new 2.0 TDI CR DPF (170 bhp)
Features
A range of new features can be found on the new Superb including:-
- TWINDOOR, a unique tailgate opening system developed and patented by Škoda engineers. This smart and useful solution makes it possible to open just the boot lid when loading “normal” sized item or lift the entire tailgate, including the rear window, which makes the use of the boot significantly more flexible and comfortable.
- AFS (Adaptive Frontlight System) that changes the geometry of the headlamp beam and adapts the lighting in front of the vehicle to suit different driving conditions, thus enabling the driver to identify obstacles and react to them in time even more than today.
- All-new high-tech DVD based navigation system with touch screen interface and a hard disk to store music on.
Desert Test
The extreme conditions of the American desert were the setting for a test of two prototypes for the new generation of Škoda Superb model.
Motor journalists were invited to the event before the new model’s official premiere. The vehicles were put through exhausting tests in Death Valley, are test prototypes fitted out with 1.8 TSI/118 kW (160 bhp) engines.
The new generation of Škoda Superb is ready to fulfil even the most demanding needs of customers in the mid-size car segment including the expectation that a mid-size vehicle is both practical and luxurious.
The development of the latest model has been completely undertaken by the Škoda Auto Technical Development Department which is currently undergoing a marked development itself. Expansion and development of the current technical facilities involve an investment of € 38 million. The overall building project will be completed by the end of 2008 and, after installing the most up-to-date technology, will be fully operational by middle of 2009.