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Skoda Rapid Spaceback (facelift 2017) TSI230 (131 Hp) DSG
Overall Rating
Skoda Rapid:
Škoda Rapid is a name used by the Czech automotive company Škoda Auto, on several different models of car:....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Spaceback (facelift 2017) Overview:
Skoda Rapid (Spaceback (facelift 2017)). With 225 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1200 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.1 s). The top speed reaches 200 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
TSI230 (131 Hp) DSG Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong, effortless acceleration and responsive power delivery, making it enjoyable for varied driving conditions.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel efficiency for its performance level, especially with the DSG gearbox optimizing shifts.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional interior space and boot capacity for its class
- • Strong value for money proposition
- • Excellent fuel economy from TDI and TSI engines
- • Practical and straightforward design
- • Proven VW Group reliability
Cons:
- • Interior quality can feel basic with hard plastics
- • Uninspiring driving dynamics compared to rivals
- • Older naturally aspirated engines are underpowered and inefficient
- • Noticeable road and wind noise at higher speeds
- • Dated infotainment on some trims
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Spaceback (facelift 2017): 2017 - 2019).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Skoda |
| Model: | Rapid |
| Generation: | Spaceback (facelift 2017) |
| Modification (Engine): | TSI230 (131 Hp) DSG |
| Start of production: | 2018 |
| End of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 131 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 93.9 Hp/l [8mm more] |
| Torque: | 225 Nm @ 1600-3500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1395 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.2 kg/Hp, 109.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.3 kg/Nm, 187.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1200 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1255 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 372 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4312 mm [8mm more] |
| Width: | 1706 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1475 mm [16mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2603 mm [1mm more] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | DSG |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent suspension, longitudinal arms with transverse torsion shafts |
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