Introduction:
Skoda Superb review, The Skoda Superb executive automobile is like the world’s greatest control of space, Professor Brian Cox of the automotive world. You see, the Superb is space-age on the inside in terms of saloon cars.
Although the Superb doesn’t have enough space for you to moonwalk across the parcel shelf, you and your passengers can surely stretch out as you go down the M25 in orbit around London. What more does the Superb have to offer outside its size, though? A huge executive car is more than just its proportions.
There are options for both gasoline and diesel engines, though Skoda has removed the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) option until the release of the next-generation vehicle.
So, is the Superb similarly well-equipped, comfortable, reasonably priced, well-made, and relaxing to drive? What engine should you choose, what trim is optimal, and is this the best executive car you can get?
In the pages that follow, we’ll address each of those concerns and compare the Skoda Superb to its major rivals while rating its performance and handling, practicality, running costs, and other characteristics.
Performance & drive
how quiet it is and how it seems to drive
Engine, 0-60mph and gearbox
If you prefer gasoline, the base 1.5 TSI 150 with 148 horsepower is surprisingly quick and has enough mid-range strength to handle the Skoda Super B bulk. With effort, it can reach 0-62 mph in a reasonable 9.2 seconds, making it our favorite vehicle in the lineup when expenses are taken into account. If you require more power, choose the 276bhp 2.0 TSI 280, which accelerates to 62 mph from rest in just 5.3 seconds, or the livelier 187bhp 2.0 TSI 190.
Although it seems slower than the Audi A4 35 TDI (0-62 mph in a respectable 9.1 seconds), the 148 horsepower 2.0 TDI 150 diesel has adequate low-down power if you frequently haul heavy loads.
Suspension and ride comfort
The Superb isn’t quite as smooth-riding as the A4 in its class, but it comes close and rides softer than the BMW 3 Series. Stick with the smallest 17-inch alloy wheels that come with the lesser grades if you want to emphasize comfort. Despite this, Sport Line Plus requirements offer a smoother ride thanks to its large 19-inch alloy wheels and stronger suspension settings.
When traveling at highway cruising speed, the normal trims on their standard suspension easily absorb major speed bumps and expansion joints and settle down. The Super B body is less controlled and it might feel a little floaty on rural roads because of the set-up, which is very soft (less so with the stiffer Sport Line Plus trim).
than the A4 and the 3 Series
Adaptive suspension is what Skoda refers to as Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC). It is an option on all trims starting with the SE L, and it comes as standard on the top Laurin & Klement trim. It feels like you’re softly bobbing up and down on a waterbed when you’re driving in the most forgiving Comfort setting. While Sport mode is very stiff, selecting the Normal setting slightly tightens it up while maintaining its flexibility.
Handling
When driving in town, the steering is accurate but light, and it adds enough weight as the speed rises. The Superb, however, lacks the level of feedback found in faster models like the Alfa Romeo Giulia, BMW 3 Series, and Jaguar XE because it was built for comfort rather than racing around curved surfaces. It also lacks the 3 Series’ extremely sharp body control. When you exert greater pressure, it bends more yet maintains a strong grip and never feels anything less than secure, safe, and predictable. You have more traction for handling rough winter roads with four-wheel drive, which is available on the 2.0 TDI 200 SE L (but not the other trim lines) and required for the 2.0 TSI 280.
Noise and vibration
The Superb is a quiet cruiser overall, with the exception of some low-level road noises and fluttering wind noise at high speeds. Over the highway expansion joints, the larger wheel and tire possibilities cause more of the latter and some more tire slap. The A4 is one of the quietest executive cars if you’re looking for something quieter.
Additionally, the A4 features some of the quietest engines available, particularly its diesels. Even though the Superb’s engines are worse, they aren’t as noisy when driving and fade to a low hum at highway speeds.
While it can be jerky in stop-and-go traffic and when you’re sliding into a parking spot, the dual-clutch automatic gearbox—which comes standard with every Superb—remains smooth when you’re moving.
Interior
The reach extension given by the Skoda Superb’s multiway adjustable steering wheel isn’t as good as that of the BMW 3 Series, but it is present in all models of the car. Standard features include a height-adjustable driver’s seat, lumbar support that can be adjusted, and, starting with the SE Technology trim, an electrically adjustable driver’s seat with memory settings.
The driver’s seat doesn’t recline as low with electronic adjustment installed as it does with manual adjustment, but both will be comfortable on a lengthy trip. Each model has a large adjustable center armrest.
Visibility, parking sensors, and cameras
Due to the thin windscreen pillars and broad door mirrors, there is a correspondingly excellent vision to the front and sides. With no huge pillars blocking your view over your shoulder, it’s essentially the same story at the back. The rear glass provides a clear vision, making it simple to gauge how close objects are to the rear bumper. Rear washers can be added for free, unlike the Audi A4 and 3 Series.
All trims come equipped with front and rear parking sensors as standard, making parking even simpler. The top Laurin & Klement trim offers a rear-view camera as a cheaper choice or as standard equipment.
At night, visibility is still excellent. The SE L trim’s superb matrix LED adaptive headlights are worth considering in addition to the bright LED dipped and main beam headlights that come as standard equipment. They automatically adjust their light output to cast a shadow on the cars in front, allowing you to keep them on full beam without blinding other drivers.
Safety and Security
The Superb achieved the highest possible safety rating of five stars when put through its paces by the professionals at Euro NCAP. But that was in 2015, and the rating was then declared worthless. Since then, testing has been harder, so the C-Class,
which received five stars in 2022, may keep you safer in an accident.
Security specialists at Thatcham Research gave the Superb a five-star rating for its resistance to theft and a four-star rating for its protection against break-ins. The Superb comes standard with an alarm and an immobilizer.
