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Skoda Scala Hatchback 1.5 TSI SE 5dr DSG

Doors	5
Fuel Delivery	TURBO DIRECT INJECTION
Transmission	Semi-auto
Fuel Type	Petrol
Engine Capacity - CC	1498
Trim	SE
Price	£24,395
Engine Power - BHP	150
Acceleration	8.1
Top Speed	136 mph
WLTP - MPG - Comb	50
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	128
Length	4362 mm
Width	1793 mm
Height	1471 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	467 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1196 kg

Driver Convenience

Bluetooth system
eCall emergency system
PAS
Rain and light assist with auto dimming rear view mirror
Speed limiter
Tailgate

Entertainment

2 USB - C ports
8 loudspeakers
Bolero radio with 8" touchscreen display
DAB Digital radio

Exterior Features

3rd brake light
Automatic headlamp activation with Coming home and Leaving home feature
Body colour door mirrors and handles
Chrome grille surround
Dimming rear view mirror with black frame
Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors
Front and rear electric windows
LED rear lights
Rear side wing doors
Rear wiper
Tinted windows

Interior Features

12V Accessory socket in centre console
3 seat bench in 2nd row
Chrome inner door handles
Cloth upholstery
Front head restraints
Glasses storage in roof liner
Height adjustable drivers seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Instrument cluster with chrome painted decor ring
ISOFIX for rear passenger seat
Leather gearknob and handbrake lever
Manual lumbar support for front seats
Reading lights for driver and front passenger
Single front passenger seat
Sun visor with make up mirror for front passenger
Third rear headrest
Umbrella

Passive Safety

3x3 point rear seatbelts
Curtain airbags
Emergency call and proactive services
Front head and side airbags
Hill hold control
Manual rear child locks
One tone horn
Passenger airbag switch off function
Seat belt reminder for all seats

Security

Alarm
Anti-theft wheel bolts
Remote central locking with 2 remote folding keys
SAFE function for remote central locking

Wheels

Temporary space saver wheel

Emissions - ICE

NOx	0.008
Particles	0.0001
Standard Euro Emissions	EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	128
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH	133
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL	127
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High	133
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High - TEH	134
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High - TEL	128
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High	112
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High - TEH	115
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High - TEL	109
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low	167
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low - TEH	173
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low - TEL	167
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium	130
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium - TEH	131
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium - TEL	124

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	1498
Compression Ratio	12.0:1
Cylinder Layout	IN-LINE
Cylinders	4
Cylinders - Bore (mm)	74.5
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)	85.9
Engine Layout	FRONT TRANSVERSE
Gears	7 SPEED
Number of Valves	16
Transmission	SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

WLTP - MPG - Comb	50
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH	48
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL	50.4
WLTP - MPG - Extra High	50
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEH	47.5
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEL	50
WLTP - MPG - High	58.4
WLTP - MPG - High - TEH	55.3
WLTP - MPG - High - TEL	58.4
WLTP - MPG - Low	38.2
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEH	36.9
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEL	38.2
WLTP - MPG - Medium	51.4
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEH	48.9
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEL	51.4

General

Generation Mark	1
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	18E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	12
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	3
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %	97
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %	87
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09	5
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	81
NCAP Safety Assist %	76
Service Interval Frequency - Months	12
Service Interval Mileage	10000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	60000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Timing Belt Interval Mileage	112000
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	8.1
Engine Power - BHP	150
Engine Power - RPM	5000
Engine Torque - NM	250
Engine Torque - RPM	1500
Top Speed	136 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Space Saver?	Yes
Tyre Size Front	205/55 R16
Tyre Size Rear	205/55 R16
Tyre Size Spare	SPACE SAVER
Wheel Style	ORION
Wheel Type	16" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height	1471 mm
Length	4362 mm
Wheelbase	2649 mm
Width	1793 mm
Width (including mirrors)	1988 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	52.5
Gross Vehicle Weight	1700 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)	1410 l
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	467 l
Max. Loading Weight	504 kg
Max. Roof Load	75
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	1250
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	620
Minimum Kerbweight	1196 kg
No. of Seats	5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	10.2 m

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