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Skoda Rapid Spaceback (facelift 2017) 1.4i (90 Hp)
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 132 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1115 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.4 s). The top speed reaches 181 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.
1.4i (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Very basic performance, suitable only for light urban duties; struggles significantly on highways or with a full load.
Fuel Economy
Mediocre fuel economy considering the low power output.
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(facelift 2017: 2017 - 2019).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Skoda |
| Model: | Rapid |
| Generation: | Spaceback (facelift 2017) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4i (90 Hp) |
| 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: | 90 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 64.5 Hp/l [171mm less] |
| Torque: | 132 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA111 / CKAA More details about the engine EA111 / CKAA |
| Engine displacement: | 1395 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 181 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.4 kg/Hp, 80.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 118.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1115 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1255 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 372 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4312 mm mm [171mm less] |
| Width: | 1706 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1475 mm mm [14mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2603 mm 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 | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| 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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