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2012 Skoda Rapid pictures

By:Auto Express team

24 Oct 2012

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The Skoda Rapid is bigger than its competitors, the VW Golf and Ford Focus, but much cheaper than either of them.
The Rapid is rather dull to drive, but makes up for it by being so roomy.
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The Rapid's dash is like all Skodas - solidly built but rather dull.
The Skoda Rapid may look like a saloon but it's actually a hatchback.
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Entry level cars do without foglights and alloy wheels.
The Rapid is available with the usual range of VW Group engines.
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The materials are good quality but not especially luxurious.
The Skoda badge still carries less weight than its VW or SEAT siblings.
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