Information on repair and maintenance of Skoda Rapid cars electronically
The Skoda Rapid was officially presented in September 2012 at the Paris Motor Show. Previously, the model was already sold in India and even received the prestigious title of “Family Car of the Year 2011” there. The Rapid fits closely between the Fabia and Octavia in the Skoda line-up. It combines the maximum number of features that you can expect from a budget car.
This car has excellent driving characteristics, stylish design both inside and out, as well as impressive spaciousness, all of which is offered at an attractive price. The design of the exterior of the car is strict, a little conservative, but at the same time feels fresh.
At first glance, you might think that this is an ordinary sedan, but its unique feature is the ability to open the trunk lid with or without a rear window. However, one of the key features of this model remains the front part: the radiator grille looks like a clearly defined chrome frame with vertical elements, and strict rectangular headlights are balanced by elongated fog lamps.
This model, despite its compactness, is a spacious car. Its dimensions include a length of 4480 mm, a width of 1770 mm and a height of 1460 mm. The wheelbase is 2600 mm. It shares suspension modules with other Skoda models, which guarantees reliability and good driving characteristics.
The main goal of the Skoda Rapid developers was to create a spacious interior and a spacious trunk within its class. The luggage compartment of this model has an impressive volume of 550 liters. Inside the trunk there are hooks, holders, nets and pockets, providing convenience when transporting various loads.
Folding down the rear seats increases the luggage compartment volume from 550 to an impressive 1,490 liters. The interior of the car combines functionality and ergonomics, offering a comfortable driving position thanks to a wide range of steering column adjustments in two directions and ergonomic seats.
The car also provides a number of innovative solutions to make the car easier to use. The compact central drawer functions as an armrest and can be adjusted in height.
The interior of the car also features many small details included in the Simply Clever system, which make using the car more comfortable and enjoyable. For example, there is a holder for storing a life jacket under the driver's seat. There is an ice scraper under the reservoir lid, and waste baskets hidden in the doorway. In addition, the cabin has many small compartments for storing small items, a reversible trunk mat with a pile on one side and a rubber cover on the other, parking ticket holders and much more.
These amenities make using the Skoda Rapid more convenient and functional. The car also offers an outstanding level of handling and ensures safe driving.
Skoda Rapid offers various options and configurations, depending on which you can get a variety of functions and safety systems, such as tire pressure sensors, hill assist, side and front airbags, rear seat belt holders, ABS and ESP systems, fog lights, 5-inch display, navigation system and the possibility of ordering sports seats and large wheels measuring 215/40 R17.
The car is available with six different engines for the European market. Among them are a pair of 1.6 TDI turbodiesels with a power of 90 and 105 horsepower, as well as four gasoline units: naturally aspirated 1.2 MPI (75 hp) and three turbocharged engines 1.2 TSI (86 hp), 1.2 TSI (105 hp). s.) and 1.4 TSI (122 hp). Diesel engines are equipped with a Common Rail fuel system and a particulate filter.
Transmission options include a seven-speed preselective DSG with a pair of dry clutches, which is available with an entry-level diesel engine and a top-end gasoline engine. The 105 PS 1.2 TSI comes with a six-speed manual gearbox, while all other engines come with a five-speed manual gearbox. All power units comply with Euro 5 environmental standards.
On our website you can read, purchase and download a book on repairing Skoda Rapid in PDF format for free. This car repair book will provide you with answers to many questions related to the maintenance and repair of your Skoda Rapid, including the following:
- how to replace oil and fuel filters;
- how to repair the running system of your car;
- how to repair a transmission yourself;
- how to detect engine faults and eliminate them;
- how to solve basic problems with the cooling system and much more.
The book describes in detail the design of the car, its main characteristics and contains illustrations with detailed instructions for various repair work. You can download this book to your smartphone, computer or tablet so that you can have access to the necessary information to service and repair your Skoda Rapid at any time.