Skoda Superb Hatchback (2008 - 2015) 2.0 TDI (170bhp) SE 5d (2013/62) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
It probably says you favour practicality over style, it's sensible, & cost effective: a sort of VW Group Volvo, but you want something bigger than an Octavia.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Everyone so far loves it, but we all seem to have bought Skodas or Audis, so maybe it's group think! I've had no complaints from motion sensitive rear seat passengers, and passengers have no difficulty getting in or out. They all well appreciate how big the car is inside.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes because it ticks all the boxes.
What are you likely to buy next?
Same, provided I need to continue driving a family taxi.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£20,000
When did you buy the car?
September 2014
Did you get a good deal and why?
Reasonable deal - bought showroom/demonstrator registered by the dealer.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Replacement of previous model.
What was the dealer like?
Friendly and helpful, made follow up phone calls and emails depending in my preference.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Smooth, quiet and reasonably powerful so far (I'm still running it in), precise steering with good feedback, firm ride but not harsh or juddering over road imperfections. Seats are comfortable and supportive.
What's it like to park?
It's a big car and rear visibility is limited but the rear proximity sensor is reliable and accurate, so in practice it isn't difficult to manoeuvre in reverse: I'm more confident than with my 07 Superb.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No
What's most practical about your car?
Easily seats 5 adults (= ferrying teenagers about) Quiet and smooth, more economical than my 07 Superb yet more powerful. Practical & massive boot, handy dual boot lid for day to day, and an alternative full hatch which swallows a road bike with the wheels on and the back sets flat. Lots of useful little design features like bag hooks in boot, rear passenger air vents, and an umbrella built in to the rear door.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Bluetooth phone/media pack, & the dual boot lid, though most passengers like the on board umbrella!
