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A replacement for Superb was unveiled at Geneva Motor Show in early March 2008.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.autoweb.cz/ekonom-novy-superb-bude-v-breznu-2008/articles.html?id=10975|title=Ekonom: Nový Superb bude v březnu 2008| author=autoweb.cz, ČTK | accessdate=2007-07-19 | date=2007-06-07 }}</ref> |
A replacement for Superb was unveiled at Geneva Motor Show in early March 2008.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.autoweb.cz/ekonom-novy-superb-bude-v-breznu-2008/articles.html?id=10975|title=Ekonom: Nový Superb bude v březnu 2008| author=autoweb.cz, ČTK | accessdate=2007-07-19 | date=2007-06-07 }}</ref> |
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Based on the body of the Golf (not, as some people believe, on the Passat's body), yet with a stretched wheelbase the new Superb's styling is completely different with more executive and aggressive looks. |
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It will actually be a [[hatchback]] with an innovative tailgate that can double as a regular separate sedan boot and full hatchback known as Twin-Door! |
It will actually be a [[hatchback]] with an innovative tailgate that can double as a regular separate sedan boot and full hatchback known as Twin-Door! |
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The new model will aim to steal sales from Ford’s new Mondeo, and Skoda has high hopes for its new five-door and estate models. The firm expects UK sales to leap from 3,000 a year to 4,500. |
The new model will aim to steal sales from Ford’s new Mondeo, and Skoda has high hopes for its new five-door and estate models. The firm expects UK sales to leap from 3,000 a year to 4,500. |
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Buyers after petrol power will be able to choose five VW-sourced units including an entry-level 125bhp 1.4-litre TfSI, a 160bhp 1.8 TfSI, a flagship 3.6-litre V6 complete with four-wheel drive. Diesel options will include 2.0TDI 140bhp PD and 2.0TDI 170bhp CR... |
Buyers after petrol power will be able to choose five VW-sourced units including an entry-level 125bhp 1.4-litre TfSI, a 160bhp 1.8 TfSI, a flagship 3.6-litre V6 complete with four-wheel drive. Diesel options will include 2.0TDI 140bhp PD and 2.0TDI 170bhp CR... A 1.9TDI Greenline version will also be available. |
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Gearboxes include 5 and 6 speed manual gearboxes and 6 and 7 speed DSG gearboxes and an option on almost all engine/trim combinations. |
Gearboxes include 5 and 6 speed manual gearboxes and 6 and 7 speed DSG gearboxes and an option on almost all engine/trim combinations. |
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Revision as of 13:48, 29 July 2008
| Škoda Superb II | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Škoda Auto |
| Production | 2008- |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Executive car |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | FF layout |
| Related | Volkswagen Passat, Skoda Octavia |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Petrol: 1.4L TSI 92 kW (123 hp) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual 6-speed manual 6-speed automatic DSG 7-speed automatic DSG |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | Template:Auto mm |
| Length | Template:Auto mm |
| Width | Template:Auto mm |
| Height | Template:Auto mm |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Skoda_Superb |
The Škoda Superb is an executive car built by the Czech car manufacturer Škoda Auto. It is based on the platform of the Volkswagen Passat (but was elongated by 10 centimetres (3.9 in)) and shares its mechanicals with that model. It is currently the largest and most luxurious model in Škoda's lineup. The Superb name is a resurrection, originally used by Skoda for a similarly large 1936 model.
First generation (2001-2008)
Characteristics
The Superb is available with several petrol and diesel engines. The base model, the Classic, is available with a 1.9 litre TDI turbodiesel rated at 74 kW, or a 2.0 litre I4 engine rated at 85 kW. The Comfort and Elegance models are offered with a with a 1.8T (110 kW) Petrol or either a 142 kW V6 2.8 litre petrol engine, or a 2.5 litre TDI rated at 120 kW. Transmissions available are a six-speed manual or five-speed tiptronic. As well as offering Volkswagen's older 1.9 litre PD engine, the Superb also uses the new 100 kW 2.0 litre TDIs found in other cars of the Volkswagen Group.
The Superb was facelifted in 2006 to incorporate Skoda's new grille, headlights and tail lights. A Laurin and Klement model became the top of the range, deposing the Elegance model from that position. A range of new engines was introduced and the interior featured real wood as part of some trim levels. Akin to the Rolls-Royce Phantom, Comfort, Elegance and Laurin & Klement models even have an umbrella secreted in the rear door panel.
Although the Passat upon which it is based competes with the likes of the Ford Mondeo and Peugeot 407, the Superb is marketed as an alternative to the more prestigious likes of the BMW 3 Series and Audi A4, though it is actually cheaper than the Passat.
The Superb got minor facelift in August 2006 - a new radiator grille, additional blinkers have been integrated into the vehicle's wing mirrors, the tail lights were C-shaped in style of Roomster and Octavia and interior was redesigned.[1]
Second generation (2008-present)
A replacement for Superb was unveiled at Geneva Motor Show in early March 2008.[2]
Based on the body of the Golf (not, as some people believe, on the Passat's body), yet with a stretched wheelbase the new Superb's styling is completely different with more executive and aggressive looks.
It will actually be a hatchback with an innovative tailgate that can double as a regular separate sedan boot and full hatchback known as Twin-Door!
The new model will aim to steal sales from Ford’s new Mondeo, and Skoda has high hopes for its new five-door and estate models. The firm expects UK sales to leap from 3,000 a year to 4,500.
Buyers after petrol power will be able to choose five VW-sourced units including an entry-level 125bhp 1.4-litre TfSI, a 160bhp 1.8 TfSI, a flagship 3.6-litre V6 complete with four-wheel drive. Diesel options will include 2.0TDI 140bhp PD and 2.0TDI 170bhp CR... A 1.9TDI Greenline version will also be available.
Gearboxes include 5 and 6 speed manual gearboxes and 6 and 7 speed DSG gearboxes and an option on almost all engine/trim combinations.
References
- ^ WorldCarFans.com (2006-06-26). "2007 Skoda Superb Minor Facelift". Retrieved 2007-07-19.
- ^ autoweb.cz, ČTK (2007-06-07). "Ekonom: Nový Superb bude v březnu 2008". Retrieved 2007-07-19.
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