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Škoda Scala

The hatchback that replaced the Rapid, and the first Škoda in its class on MQB A0 rather than the older PQ25 the Rapid used — so it is a Polo and Ibiza underneath rather than a Fabia of the previous era, and Volkswagen information from those cars applies directly. The 1.0 TSI three-cylinder is what most have, and its timing chain and turbocharger wastegate actuator are the two items to establish before believing a boost or misfire code.

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Škoda Scala, front view
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Generations

  • NW 2019–present

    MQB A0 rather than the Rapid's PQ25 — a Polo underneath, so Volkswagen information applies where the Rapid's did not.

    Body styles
    Hatchback
    Platform
    MQB A0
    Engines
    • 1.0 TSI — petrol · 66–85 kW (89–114 hp) · 145–200 Nm (107–148 lb-ft)
    • 1.5 TSI — petrol · 110 kW (148 hp) · 250 Nm (184 lb-ft)
    • 1.0 TSI G-TEC CNG — CNG bi-fuel · 66 kW (89 hp)
    • 1.6 TDI — diesel · 85 kW (114 hp) · 250 Nm (184 lb-ft)
    • 1.6 — petrol · 81 kW (109 hp) · 152 Nm (112 lb-ft)
    Transmissions
    5-speed manual · 6-speed manual · 7-speed DSG · 6-speed automatic
    Drivetrain
    Front-wheel drive

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