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Skoda Rapid Sedan (China) 1.5i (110 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Skoda Rapid:
Škoda Rapid is a name used by the Czech automotive company Škoda Auto, on several different models of car:....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Sedan (China) Overview:
Skoda Rapid (Sedan (China)). With 150 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1155 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.6 s). The top speed reaches 185 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5i (110 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers smooth, albeit modest, performance suitable for city driving and relaxed cruising. The automatic transmission prioritizes comfort over spirited acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a naturally aspirated petrol engine with an automatic gearbox, making it an economical choice for daily commutes.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy for daily driving.
- • Proven and reliable 1.5L naturally aspirated engine.
- • Spacious interior and practical boot capacity for its class.
- • Comfortable ride quality, well-suited for varied road conditions.
- • Strong value proposition in the compact sedan segment.
Cons:
- • Modest performance, not suitable for spirited driving.
- • Basic interior features and materials compared to premium rivals.
- • Rear drum brakes are a cost-cutting measure.
- • Lack of advanced safety features common in newer vehicles.
- • Design is functional rather than stylish or modern.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Spaceback (facelift 2017): 2017 - 2019).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Skoda |
| Model: | Rapid |
| Generation: | Sedan (China) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5i (110 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2018 |
| End of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 110 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 73.4 Hp/l [208mm more] |
| Torque: | 150 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.5 kg/Hp, 95.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.7 kg/Nm, 129.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1155 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 466 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4512 mm mm [208mm more] |
| Width: | 1706 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1469 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2603 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | independent torsion suspension |
Fuel, speed, and comfort: How does the Skoda Rapid rank in your book?