TangoCharlie Supersonic April 19, 2019 Share April 19, 2019 The trunk lid of my Superb L&K (with virtual pedal) can also be (accidentally) activated by pressing a particular spot on the back bumper. Apparently it is the same for all Superb L&Ks, including those in the showroom!Mind sharing the exact spot? I wanna try on mine. ↡ Advertisement 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pocus Turbocharged April 19, 2019 Share April 19, 2019 (edited) Then your OC find out you bluff how? With eco mode, I can bump the FC up to 16 plus km to the litre for the stretch of kpe thru mce. Then switch it off reach vivocity go back down to 12. My OC's impression of Supped up cars are based on our past car, bumpy and noisy due to the exhaust. She is sick of all the bumpy rides and noisy cabin due to exhuast or engine sound....even though it's music to my ears...lol The eco mode sedated the car alot and make it so gentle you don't even know it's a sporty car. I purposely drove the car in eco mode during the test drive to let her know it can be driven gently. Hence approval given. so yeah, sleeper car wins the day! Edited April 19, 2019 by Pocus 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperbLnK18 1st Gear April 20, 2019 Share April 20, 2019 Mind sharing the exact spot? I wanna try on mine. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theoldjaffa Hypersonic April 20, 2019 Share April 20, 2019 The trunk lid of my Superb L&K (with virtual pedal) can also be (accidentally) activated by pressing a particular spot on the back bumper. Apparently it is the same for all Superb L&Ks, including those in the showroom!Well at least you know there is a failsafe mechanism in case the main button fails 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperbLnK18 1st Gear April 20, 2019 Share April 20, 2019 Well at least you know there is a failsafe mechanism in case the main button fails Yes that's what Skoda Centre claimed. But if your knee hits that spot while loading things, the lid will come down on your head... happened to me a few times :) They will check with manufacturer. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
badlammy 6th Gear April 20, 2019 Share April 20, 2019 Sounds like a better trigger than the virtual pedal method. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TangoCharlie Supersonic April 20, 2019 Share April 20, 2019 Yes that's what Skoda Centre claimed. But if your knee hits that spot while loading things, the lid will come down on your head... happened to me a few times :) They will check with manufacturer. No wonder, I kenna a few times liao and none the wiser... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LYC 3rd Gear April 20, 2019 Share April 20, 2019 yeah but if u select individual even on eco mode, it does not kick in. I think its a software glitch. By default, even on eco mode, the coasting does not kick in. But if u keep on toggling it between the other modes, eventually it will start to coast when u go into eco mode. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cumzilla 4th Gear April 20, 2019 Share April 20, 2019 (edited) was actually looking at rapid, then i saw this, which will probably replace rapid when it arrives, but I doubt it will launch at this price though. https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/motoring/economy-of-scala Edited April 20, 2019 by Cumzilla Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mkl22 Twincharged April 20, 2019 Share April 20, 2019 (edited) Yes that's what Skoda Centre claimed. But if your knee hits that spot while loading things, the lid will come down on your head... happened to me a few times :) They will check with manufacturer. The skoda gulliotine? Haha. Edited April 20, 2019 by Mkl22 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golf7roy 4th Gear April 20, 2019 Share April 20, 2019 thats some European history there. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
adrian140180 5th Gear April 21, 2019 Share April 21, 2019 was actually looking at rapid, then i saw this, which will probably replace rapid when it arrives, but I doubt it will launch at this price though. https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/motoring/economy-of-scala What if it does not? Because Skoda Singapore wants you to buy the golf instead? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
adrian140180 5th Gear April 21, 2019 Share April 21, 2019 My OC's impression of Supped up cars are based on our past car, bumpy and noisy due to the exhaust. She is sick of all the bumpy rides and noisy cabin due to exhuast or engine sound....even though it's music to my ears...lol The eco mode sedated the car alot and make it so gentle you don't even know it's a sporty car. I purposely drove the car in eco mode during the test drive to let her know it can be driven gently. Hence approval given. so yeah, sleeper car wins the day! I am permanently set to individual mode with the drive set to normal, and the engine noise set to comfort. All I hear is the whoosh of the intake, and the psst of the DV. No plans for downpipe nor exhaust, as keeping it clean. The wind noise from the side mirrors can get quite irritating over time. It was the same on my Jetta. My ECO mode stay in ECO after car restart BUT the eco indicator and E gear never display/never work. I need to change the mode to Normal then back to ECO then it works. Same experience by others? Btw if during Coasting the gearbox become neutral and reengage when we step on the accelerator. If this is done often will the gearbox up lorry sooner? Everytime you change PRND, or start the engine also got chance for a flashing spanner on the MFD. That's what makes VW group cars so fun to drive, you dunno when you will strike lottery. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carbon82 Moderator April 21, 2019 Author Share April 21, 2019 Latest news on Scala. The car is already in Singapore (brought in by SCS), undergoing LTA homologation process. If everything goes smoothly, the car should be available for viewing / sales by end May. 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sdf4786k Twincharged April 21, 2019 Share April 21, 2019 Latest news on Scala. The car is already in Singapore (brought in by SCS), undergoing LTA homologation process. If everything goes smoothly, the car should be available for viewing / sales by end May. 1.5 evo engine with all the bells and whistle at 90K? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
badlammy 6th Gear April 21, 2019 Share April 21, 2019 (edited) The ST article say 90k have VC and wireless apple carplay? some more...LOL. ==================== If you are in the market for a sensible family hatchback, you have a tonne of options, chief among which is the ubiquitous Volkswagen Golf. Now, Skoda reckons you can add one more car to that list - the new Scala. The car is not a rebadged Golf. In fact, it is underpinned by Volkswagen Group's Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB)-A0 platform, shared by other superminis such as the Seat Ibiza and Volkswagen Polo. But the Scala is far from mini. Measuring 4,362mm long, 1,793mm wide and 1,471mm tall, it is fairly substantial for its class. Size-wise, it is actually closer to the Golf than the smaller Polo. Its wheelbase of 2,649mm is 12mm longer than the Golf's. As a result, the interior is pretty spacious. Rear knee room is on a par with the Skoda Octavia at 73mm, while the 982mm rear headroom is a segment benchmark. Additionally, the car has a 467-litre boot - the largest in its segment. The Scala is also fairly big on features, sporting full-LED front and rear lights and dynamic rear indicators. It also features a 10.25-inch virtual cockpit, a 9.2-inch floating display with a slew of infotainment features, wireless handphone charging and wireless iPhone pairing. With its narrow track but long wheelbase, the car lacks the dynamic verve of a supermini like the Seat Ibiza. Its steering is quite numb and diving too quickly into a corner is usually met with understeer. SPECS / SKODA SCALA 1.5 PRICE: $90,000 with COE when it arrives in first half of next year (both price and arrival are estimates) ENGINE: 1,498cc 16-valve inline-4 turbocharged TRANSMISSION: Seven-speed dual-clutch with manual select POWER: 150hp at 5,000rpm TORQUE: 250Nm at 1,400-4,000rpm 0-100KMH: 8.2 seconds TOP SPEED: 219kmh FUEL CONSUMPTION: 5 litres/100km AGENT: Skoda Centre Singapore On the other hand, its ride is very comfortable and stable, even at high speeds. The 1.5-litre variant is especially effortless, with ample torque at low revs. The 1-litre variant requires you to work the engine a little harder, but it still packs sufficient power for everyday use. With the MQB platform, Skoda is able to pack the Scala with numerous safety systems. The car will help keep you in lane and a safe distance from vehicles in front and activate emergency braking at certain speeds. Optional features include a blind-spot detection system effective for up to 70m, adaptive cruise control and self-parking. In a nutshell, the Scala is yet another exercise in maximisation. It demonstrates Skoda's ability to offer customers good value, practicality and equipment while operating within strict economic parameters. While the engine specifications for Singapore are still unconfirmed, it is likely that a 1-litre variant paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox will be offered. This is because the 1.5-litre engine will push the car into the costlier Category B certificate of entitlement segment. Assuming it can be priced around $90,000, the Scala will be a strong contender in the hatchback segment. After all, that would be a Golf-sized car for Polo money. Edited April 21, 2019 by badlammy 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
adrian140180 5th Gear April 21, 2019 Share April 21, 2019 1.5 evo engine with all the bells and whistle at 90K? The ST reviewer only got to test drive the top spec. If anyone had watched youtube, all the reviewers congregated in a place to get it done. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cumzilla 4th Gear April 21, 2019 Share April 21, 2019 Latest news on Scala. The car is already in Singapore (brought in by SCS), undergoing LTA homologation process. If everything goes smoothly, the car should be available for viewing / sales by end May. maybe can see it at the expo next week? ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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