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Sitting above the Fabia, the Skoda Scala is the Czech brand’s answer to the Volkswagen Golf and replacement for the now-defunct Rapid.
It uses a different platform and torsion beam rear suspension and the result is a very spacious interior.
The car launched globally in May 2019 but took a while to reach Australia, arriving in petrol guise only from early 2021.
The price range for the Skoda Scala varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $32,490 and going to $42,390 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Hatchback | 1.0L, —, 7 SP AUTO | $32,490 | $42,390 | |
| 2023 | Hatchback | 1.0L, —, 7 SP AUTO | $28,710 | $44,440 | |
| 2022 | Hatchback | 1.5L, PULP, 6 SP MAN | $26,070 | $43,010 | |
| 2021 | Hatchback | 1.5L, PULP, 6 SP MAN | $23,650 | $40,150 | |
| 2020 | Hatchback | 1.5L, PULP, 6 SP MAN | $23,210 | $35,970 | |
If you like colours, you'll love the Scala. Especially if those colours are red, blue, white, grey, black or silver. Just be prepared to pay extra for paint. Want yellow, orange or brown? Sorry. No dice.
The dimensions of the Skoda Scala Hatchback vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Hatchback | 1471x1793x4362 mm | 149 mm | |
| 2023 | Hatchback | 1471x1793x4362 mm | 149 mm | |
| 2022 | Hatchback | 1471x1793x4362 mm | 149 mm | |
| 2021 | Hatchback | 1471x1793x4362 mm | 149 mm | |
| 2020 | Hatchback | 1471x1793x4362 mm | 149 mm | |
The boot space in the Skoda Scala is exceptional - not just from a luggage capacity point of view (there is 467 litres of boot space), but also because Skoda has numerous nets to help you secure and store stuff, as well as shopping bag hooks to stop your milk from spilling. If it does, or you've got muddy shoes or wet swimmers, the cargo mat is reversible. And there's a space-saver spare wheel under there as well. Wow.
There are optional packs you might want to consider if you're buying a Skoda Scala - you'll find all the details in the story. But we don't like that safety elements are still optional on some grades.
The interior of the Skoda Scala is smart. Like, somehow Skoda has managed to fit in about the same amount of interior space you get in some mid-size SUVs into a small hatchback. Or is it a wagon...?
Standout interior elements include the Virtual Cockpit 10.25-inch digital driver info screen, standard on all grades. Also standard? An electric tailgate. How good.
The Skoda Scala has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 205x50 R17 for Hatchback in 2024.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Hatchback | 205x50 R17 | — | 205x50 R17 | — | |
| 2023 | Hatchback | 205x45 R18 | — | 205x45 R18 | — | |
| 2022 | Hatchback | 205x45 R18 | — | 205x45 R18 | — | |
| 2021 | Hatchback | 205x45 R18 | — | 205x45 R18 | — | |
| 2020 | Hatchback | 205x45 R18 | — | 205x45 R18 | — | |
The Skoda Scala is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by — and PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 5.4L/100km for Hatchback /— for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Hatchback | 5.4L/100km | 1.0L | — | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2023 | Hatchback | 5.3L/100km | 1.0L | — | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2023 | Hatchback | 5.3L/100km | 1.0L | PULP | 7 SP AUTO | |
| 2022 | Hatchback | 4.9L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2021 | Hatchback | 4.9L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 6 SP MAN | |
| 2020 | Hatchback | 4.9L/100km | 1.5L | PULP | 6 SP MAN | |
The Skoda Scala has maximum towing capacity of 1250kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Hatchback | 1200kg | 1250kg | |
| 2023 | Hatchback | 1200kg | 1250kg | |
| 2022 | Hatchback | 1200kg | 1250kg | |
| 2021 | Hatchback | 1250kg | 1250kg | |
| 2020 | Hatchback | 1250kg | 1250kg | |
The claimed 0-100km/h acceleration speed is 8.2 seconds for the versions with the dual-clutch auto. You might think you could beat that in the manual version. We doubt that.
The Skoda Scala has five seats. The rear ones are family friendly, with ISOFIX and top-tether points. The front ones are comfy and offer good adjustment. The ones in the Monte Carlo are sporty and have red bits. The ones in the Launch Edition have something called Suedia, which is very nice.
