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Peace of Mind - Own a ŠKODA and sleep soundly at night

You can enjoy peace of mind after buying one of our cars as all our models come with comprehensive cover for all aspects of ownership; including:

3 year warranty
Breakdown cover
Servicing and maintenance

ŠKODA has also been in the top 5 of the JD Power Satisfaction Survey for 14 years running.

3 Year Warranty

We know how well ŠKODAS are built. That's why we're offering:

2 years unlimited mileage warranty, plus
3rd year warranty (limited up to 60,000 miles)
3 years paint warranty
12 years Body Protection warranty on all new ŠKODAS

For full terms and conditions click here or ask your local retailer.

New Vehicle Warranty

ŠKODA Auto are pleased to provide a two year unlimited mileage warranty against defects in material or manufacture on all its new vehicles. In addition ŠKODA Auto U.K. provides a further warranty on new vehicles supplied by them, through their appointed retailer network which is valid until the vehicle has completed 60,000 miles or the end of the third year, whichever is the sooner.

In the event of a vehicle becoming defective due to faulty manufacture or material, it must be promptly returned to an appointed ŠKODA retailer or Authorised Repairer where it will be repaired free of charge.

The warranty commences on the date of delivery to the first user. It is transferable to a second and subsequent owner on completion of the transfer form contained in the customer literature wallet.

To obtain the full benefit of this warranty it is essential that the vehicle is properly serviced in accordance with the Manufacturer's instructions.

Paint and Body Warranty

All new vehicles supplied by ŠKODA Auto are provided with a three year unlimited mileage warranty against defects in the paintwork. Any manufacturing defect in the paint finish or application should be reported to an appointed ŠKODA retailer or Authorised repairer where it will be rectified at no cost.

In addition ŠKODA Auto are pleased to provide an anti-perforation warranty for a minimum of 10 years (please refer to your owners manual for specific details). This offers assurance that any defect in the corrosion protection applied to body panels, that results in perforation corrosion is rectified at no cost.

Breakdown Cover - Free ŠKODA Assistance and Breakdown cover for 3 years

We're proud of the reliability of our cars and our owners seem to agree - that's why we've been awarded 'Best Manufacturer' in the Auto Express Driver Power survey for the second year running and have just been awarded 'Best Manufacturer' in the 2010 Which? awards.

In the unlikley event that you do have a problem, we provide a 3 year, unlimited mile, European-wide roadside assistance policy with all our new cars. We'll even help you if you lock your keys in the car, or put the wrong fuel in.

We've chosen the RAC to provide the service for us, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It doesn't matter who's driving your ŠKODA, they can call if they're in trouble. And all new ŠKODAS supplied by ŠKODA Auto in the UK are automatically entitled to the service, both over here and when driving in Europe. So if you are one of the few unlucky ones, at least help can be on its way with one phonecall.

You can call ŠKODA Assistance on 0800 52 66 25

For your guide to ŠKODA Assistance please click here

Servicing & Maintenance

Strange as it may seem these days, we actually care about your car and making sure you stay happy with it. It's probably the only thing about ŠKODA that's old-fashioned! And we dare say it's why our retailers and repairers have recently been rated the best in Europe for customer care.

There are over 120 ŠKODA-approved repairers in the UK. Which means we can offer a pretty rapid service.

Being ŠKODA-approved, our technicians are specially trained to know your car inside out. Spares (only genuine ŠKODA spares) are kept in stock or delivered in 24 hours, so you'll spend the absolute minimum of time without it.

And finally, we'll deliver your car back to you in tip-top condition. We just want to get you back on the road with a smile on your face, as soon as possible.

Find a retailer near you.

Looking after your budget too

Driving your ŠKODA will be an even happier experience if you've no worries about looking after it. ŠKODA Finance offers you a choice of three fixed-cost maintenance plans to help you budget for keeping your car in tip-top condition.

As well as simplifying your budgeting, the plans make sure your ŠKODA is properly serviced and safe to drive. They also provide you with a full service history from a ŠKODA retailer, which will help keep its value up for when you come to sell or part-exchange it.

Each plan can last for a period of two, three or four years. You can apply to start it at any time within the first 10,000 miles, so long as the car is no more than a year old.

The three plans to choose from are:

Service
Service and maintenance
Service, maintenance and tyres

For further details, talk to your ŠKODA-approved retailer.

Fixed-cost maintenance is provided by ŠKODA Finance, a trading name of Volkswagen Financial Services (UK) Limited.

Article source: www.skoda.co.uk

Skoda Roomster review by TopGear

Despite the comedy looks, we have a soft spot for the Skoda Roomster. It neatly bridges the gap between the vast but utilitarian Kangoo/Berlingo brigade and the mini-MPVs.

Comfort

Space certainly isn't an issue, and as driver you sit in a car-like manner not the upright position of most MPVs. But the ride is jigglier than it ought to be, and the 1.9 diesel makes a bit of an agricultural racket.
Performance

Adequate is the keyword. The 1.4 diesel and 1.2 petrol engines make a charming three-cylinder chatter, but don't actually offer acceleration, especially not if you plan on doing what the Roomster was designed for - carrying stuff. There isn't an engine in the range that can get you to 60 in 10 seconds.
Cool

The Roomster is undoubtedly quirky, charming, original, different, thoughtful and useful. All these and more. But cool? Not in our dictionary anyway.
Quality

The perceived quality of the dash and so on is well up to snuff, but we wonder if the materials around the rear seats and load area will be able to resist the scratches and knocks that'll be dished out to them if a Roomster leads the active life depicted in its brochure.
Handling

The way it tackles corners is more car-like than most MPVs, thanks to good control of body roll. But the steering is wispy-light and low-geared, so you're denied much sense of fun.
Practicality

Three individual rear seats aren't all the same size, so someone will get the short straw. If there are only two in the back it's great. Sliding, folding seats make things versatile. They can be removed too, but note they're bulky and heavy so make sure you have somewhere to store them. And the load bay isn't as long as you'd expect.
Running costs

The Roomster tells the usual Skoda story: lowish depreciation, long service intervals, decent diesel economy and a three-year warranty.

Article source: www.topgear.com

Winning Design - Design Center

Made of glass, concrete, and steel, the ŠKODA Auto Design Center is a modern, unconventionally conceived structure that stands out without being overwhelmingly dominant. Built in the spirit of a new architectural philosophy, it is a harmoniously composed structure aiming to express simplicity, compactness, and compatibility with the attributes typical for ŠKODA.

The building is divided with glass partitions that can be moved to create a variety of interior arrangements. This variability enables designers and engineers to concentrate on their work while sustaining visual communication with their colleagues. The monochromatic character of the glass and concrete structure artfully contrasts with colorful work environment. In 1999, the original Design Center received recognition as the Structure of the Year.

Article source: www.skoda.co.uk

Skoda Octavia review by Top Gear

The Skoda Octavia hatchback behaves with the manners of a Golf, because that’s what it is underneath. Design is neat, with the rear extension avoiding rivals’ tacked-on look. Owners love them and praise the service provided by the dealers.

Comfort

Good driving position is the gateway to a happy long-distance relationship. Ride has enough travel for ropey roads but doesn't lose the plot by floating. Engine noise doesn't intrude. Seats support your body properly.
Performance

Serviceable in the base versions. Petrol TSi and TFSI engines punch well above their weight and sound good. Most will buy diesels though, and with the economical 105 1.9 or punchy 170 CR 2.0, they're not making a mistake. The joy of DSG transmission is available too.
Cool

Even with the vRS coolness isn't really the reason for buying a Skoda is it? You are confident enough not to need it. And that carries a whiff of cool in itself, especially when wrapped in the estate body.
Quality

The cabin has been carefully set up to look like VW's runner-up brand - well made but a little lacking in surprise-and-delight or sparkle. Still, it's as tough as old boots and the reliability makes owners happy.
Handling

Soft but reassuring on the base models, nicely finessed on the hot vRS. Weighty, well-damped steering makes it easy to drive smoothly. No untoward surprises means you can comfortably nuzzle the limits. The raised 4x4 Scout doesn't roll too much and gets the torque onto the tarmac however greasy it is.
Practicality

Big of boot, but that's just the start. Cabin cubbies carry all sorts of clobber, and there are roof rails as standard. The Scout is all the off-roader most of us need, without the clumsiness.
Running costs

Generally the expenditure ought to be well contained. Long service intervals, economical diesel availablity and a three-year warranty will cut the worry. Depreciation no great issue.

Article source: www.topgear.com

Yeti SE Plus pulls in double win for ŠKODA at Towcar of the Year Awards

ŠKODA Yeti SE Plus victorious in two categories at Towcar of Year Awards 2013
Best in class for Vehicle Excise Duty Bands G, H & I and Under 1800kg All-Wheel Drive
The winners were announced at the Caravan Club’s annual awards in London on Wednesday 26th September

The ŠKODA Yeti SE Plus has scooped two class wins at this year’s prestigious Caravan Club Towcar of the Year Awards.

The brand’s acclaimed 4x4 model took top honours in both the Vehicle Excise tax bands G, H & I and the All Wheels Drive under 1800kg categories.

The judges, made up of experienced motoring journalists and seasoned caravanning experts, were impressed with the Yeti’s towing capability, applauding its “load capacity, high-speed stability, cornering prowess, handling and ride”.

ŠKODA UK Brand Director, Alasdair Stewart, comments: “The Yeti is an astonishingly versatile vehicle, so it is no surprise that it continues to win awards across the board.

“The caravanning community has always been extremely supportive of ŠKODA – the Superb Estate is already a double-winner at the Towcar of the Year Awards - so it’s fantastic that the Yeti’s exceptional offering for these customers has been recognised this year.”

The 2013 competition attracted 23 entrants from a number of manufacturers, with the entrants put through their paces at Millbrook Proving Ground in Bedfordshire.

Special guest, Sir Ranulph Fiennes, attended the testing regime at Millbrook and then presented the Class awards to representatives from the winning manufacturers at an awards ceremony in London on 26th September.

In a bid to make the awards more relevant for members and more attuned to environmental motoring issues, the categorisation of entrants was decided by Vehicle Excise Duty tax bands rather than by price-class for the first time in the competition’s 30-year history.

During track tests, the judges assessed each car’s towing ability more rigorously than ever before, with an acceleration test and a reversing test added to the usual evaluation. The tests included a mid-range 30-60mph acceleration assessment, high-speed towing circuits, emergency braking, ride and handling evaluations and hill-stop and restart tests.

Article source: www.skoda.co.uk

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