Skoda announces rapid Spaceback prices and spec.

• ŠKODA’s new compact family hatchback priced from £14,340
• Three trim levels: S, SE and Elegance with more equipment than Rapid 
• Sector-best rear legroom and headroom with 415-litre boot
• Five fuel-efficient engines with power outputs range from 86PS to 122PS
• Range of personalisation design options, including panoramic glass roof and elongated tailgate glass
• UK deliveries set to start from January 2014

ŠKODA has announced prices and specifications for the new Rapid Spaceback ahead of its arrival in January 2014. The highly anticipated addition to the ŠKODA line-up will be available in three generously-appointed trim levels: S, SE and Elegance, with prices starting from just £14,340 OTR.

With its striking exterior design, practical interior and advanced engine range, the new Rapid Spaceback introduces a dynamic new dimension to the ŠKODA range.  The second model in the Rapid range, it sets sector standards for interior space and offers exceptional practicality thanks to its 415-litre boot.

The Rapid Spaceback also comes with an array of personalisation options that allow buyers to tailor the car to their own tastes. Among the styling options are a large panoramic glass roof and extended tailgate glass, both of which give the Rapid Spaceback a unique appearance.

The engine range comprises of three petrol and two diesel units. Power outputs range from 86PS to 122PS, with customers able to choose between manual and advanced DSG automatic transmissions. The line-up will also include a GreenLine version with CO2 emissions of just 99g/km. More details for Rapid Spaceback GreenLine will be confirmed soon.

Specification levels across the range are generous, with all three Spaceback models fitted with additional equipment over the Rapid. Airconditioning is standard across the line-up, along with curtain airbags, front electric windows and a height and reach adjustable steering column. SE models feature alloy wheels, acoustic rear parking sensors, cruise control and a Bluetooth telephone connection, while Elegance models add, among other items, climate control, height-adjustable passenger seat and cornering front fog lights.

Rapid Spaceback equipment 

Rapid Spaceback S

• 15" "Dakara" steel wheels (with cover)
• Alarm with interior monitoring
• Centre console with cup holder
• Curtain airbags
• Daylight running lights
• ESP inc. ABS, ASR, MSR, EDS & HBA
• Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors
• Front electric windows
• Height and reach adjustable steering wheel
• Height adjustable drivers seat
• Holder for parking tickets
• ISOFIX preparation on back seats
• Manual air conditioning
• Outdoor temperature gauge
• Passenger airbag deactivation switch
• Radio swing with CD player
• Rear backrest split & folding (60/40)
• Remote central door locking
• Safety vest holder
• Side airbags
• Storage compartments in door panelling
• Tyre repair kit (no spare wheel)

Greentech models only (available across all trim levels)

• Brake energy recovery
• Stop/start system

Rapid Spaceback SE (over S)

• 6 loudspeakers
• 15" "Carme" alloy wheels
• 3 spoke leather MFSW with controls for radio & telephone
• Acoustic rear parking sensors
• Body coloured mirrors/handles
• Cruise control
• Front centre armrest
• Front fog lights
• Glasses storage compartment
• Glove box
• Graphite metallic inserts
• Hill hold control (1.4 TSI DSG & 1.6 TDI 90PS DSG only)
• Leather handbrake level
• Leatherette gaiter
• Maxi-dot trip computer
• MDI
• Pocket on rear of front seats
• Rear electric windows
• Tinted glass
• Telephone connection Bluetooth GSM II

Rapid Spaceback Elegance (over SE)

• 16" Dione alloy wheels
• Aluminium look inserts
• Chrome interior surrounds• Climate control air conditioning
• Cornering front fog lights
• Front & rear floor mats
• Height adjsutable passenger seat
• Maxi-dot trip computer