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Skoda Scala Hatchback 1.5 TSI SE L 5dr

Doors	5
Fuel Delivery	TURBO DIRECT INJECTION
Transmission	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol
Engine Capacity - CC	1498
Trim	SE L
Price	£25,295
Engine Power - BHP	150
Acceleration	8.1
Top Speed	137 mph
WLTP - MPG - Comb	48.4
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	132
Length	4362 mm
Width	1793 mm
Height	1471 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	467 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1190 kg

Driver Convenience

Amundsen satellite navigation with 9.2" glass colour touchscreen with virtual cockpit, web radio
Android Auto
Bluetooth system
Colour multifunction trip computer
eCall emergency system
PAS
Rain and light assist with auto dimming rear view mirror
Rear view camera
Speed limiter
Tailgate
Traffic sign recognition
Virtual cockpit
Voice control system
Wireless SmartLink for Apple Car Play

Entertainment

2 USB - C ports
8 loudspeakers
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
Electric folding door mirrors
Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors
Front and rear electric windows
Front fog lights with cornering function
LED rear tail lights with dynamic indicators
Privacy glass
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
Chrome on gear and handbrake lever
Chrome strip on the dash and door panel
Dual zone climate control
Front head restraints
Glasses storage in roof liner
Instrument cluster with chrome painted decor ring
ISOFIX for rear passenger seat
Leather gearknob and handbrake lever
Manual lumbar support for front seats
Net in centre console
Reading lights for driver and front passenger
Single front passenger seat
Sun visor with make up mirror for front passenger
Textile floor mats
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
Keyless entry with start/stop button
Remote central locking with 2 remote folding keys
SAFE function for remote central locking

Trim

Latice grey decorative insert with copper hot stamping

Wheels

Temporary space saver wheel

Emissions - ICE

NOx	0.012
Particles	0.0001
Standard Emissions	EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	132
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH	134
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL	130
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High	130
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High - TEH	134
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High - TEL	128
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High	114
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High - TEH	118
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High - TEL	114
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low	170
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low - TEH	172
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low - TEL	170
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium	130
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium - TEH	134
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium - TEL	130

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	6 SPEED
Number of Valves	16
Transmission	MANUAL

Fuel Consumption - ICE

WLTP - MPG - Comb	48.4
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH	47.6
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL	49.2
WLTP - MPG - Extra High	49.6
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEH	47.8
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEL	49.8
WLTP - MPG - High	56
WLTP - MPG - High - TEH	54.2
WLTP - MPG - High - TEL	56
WLTP - MPG - Low	37.5
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEH	37.2
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEL	37.5
WLTP - MPG - Medium	49.2
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEH	47.5
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEL	49.2

General

Generation Mark	1
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	19E
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	137 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Space Saver?	Yes
Tyre Size Front	205/50 R17
Tyre Size Rear	205/50 R17
Tyre Size Spare	SPACE SAVER
Wheel Style	STRATOS
Wheel Type	17" 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	1690 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)	1410 l
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	467 l
Max. Loading Weight	500 kg
Max. Roof Load	75
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	1250
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	620
Minimum Kerbweight	1190 kg
No. of Seats	5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	10.2 m

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