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Skoda Scala

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Skoda Scala

(2019 - present)

    Summary


    The Skoda Scala is a mid-sized hatchback that replaces the Rapid in the Skoda range. It was unveiled in late 2018 before going on sale in early 2019. It is built on the same platform that underpins a lot of different Volkswagen Group models, like the similarly-sized VW Golf and SEAT Leon hatchbacks.

    The Scala has received generally positive scores from the UK motoring media, but the level of enthusiasm has varied from mildly disinterested (Autocar, Honest John) to wildly enthusiastic (Auto Express). Most reviews have praised the Scala’s practicality and spaciousness, but criticised the overall lack of refinement compared to its rivals and other VW Group cars built on the same platform.

    As of January 2023, the Skoda Scala holds an Expert Rating of 62%, which is a midfield score for this class. It’s also the lowest score we current have for any Skoda model – which, more than anything else, illustrates the overall quality of the Skoda range.

    Key specifications


    Body style: Five-door hatch
    Engines: petrol
    Price: From £17,270 on-road

    Launched: Winter 2018/19
    Last updated: N/A
    Replacement due: TBA


    Media reviews


    Reviews, road test and comparisons from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.

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    Safety rating


    Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

    Overall score: 5 stars
    Date tested: July 2019
    Read the full Euro NCAP review

    Adult protection: 97%
    Child protection: 87%
    Vulnerable road users: 81%
    Safety assist: 76%

    Eco rating


    No eco rating

    As of January 2023, the Skoda Scala has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.

    Reliability rating

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    Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy

    No reliability rating

    As of January 2023, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Skoda Scala to generate a reliability rating.

    The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy. As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the Scala, we’ll publish the score here.

    Awards


    Trophies, prizes and awards that the Skoda Scala has received

    2022

    • What Car? Awards – Best Family Car for Value

    2021

    • What Car? Awards – Best Family Car for Value

    2020

    • What Car? Awards – Best Family Car

    2019

    • Auto Express Awards – Best Compact Family Car

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    More news, reviews and information about the Skoda Scala at The Car Expert

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    Skoda Scala replaces Rapid at prices from £16.6K

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    Skoda unveils all-new Scala hatchback

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    The Skoda Scala has received positive media reviews, but the level of enthusiasm has varied from mild disinterest to lashings of praise.Skoda Scala