Rapid 2011-2014 1.6 MPI Active Plus ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ
Skoda is an automobile manufacturer based in the Czech Republic. Skoda became more famous when owned by Volkswagen Group. Skoda Rapid 1.6 MPI Active Plus is new entry with its aggressive marketing for executive class in India. Skoda Rapid 1.6 MPI Active Plus is 4 doors sedan with sitting capacity of five and will capture your attention with its overall features. Its stylish look may leave you dumb. Its performance is powerful, indeed. 2012 Skoda Rapid Active 1.6 MPI Active Plus comes with powerful and jet set petrol engine, in-line, liquid cooling system, 16V DOHC, transverse in front with 4-cylinders. It can dispel 1598cc that produces maximum power of 103.8bhp @5250rpm and keeps a torque of 153Nm@3800rpm. It is fitted with In-Line Cylinder Configuration and Compression Ratio stands at -15 :1. It ensures fuel economy at 10.6kmpl city mileage and 13.8kmpl on highway. It has fuel tank capacity of 55litres. It can accelerate from 0 to 100Kmph within seconds and overall mileage is 11.2Kmph. This is spacious sedan with comfort that has five speed gear manual transmission fully synchronized and cargo volume of 460litres which can surely accommodate large luggage. Whereas its Kerb Weight is 1145Kgs. and Gross Vehicle Weight stands at 1674kgs. Interior and exterior are so appealing which can easily be admired by any car lover.
Exteriors
Skoda Rapid Active 1.6 MPI Active Plus appreciable exteriors and is utmost superb by dashing look. Outer structure is based on aerodynamics that looks sporty, also. It comes in five brilliant colors, Deep Black Pearl, Cappuccino Beige, Flash Red, Brilliant Silver and Candy White. These colors are exotic and enhance the beauty of this sedan. Exterior dimension of Skoda Rapid Active MPI MT Plus keeps its size which is Length 4386mm, Width 1699mm, and Height 1466mm on 14inces steel wheels with Comoros full wheel covers on Wheel Base of 2552mmwith with Tubeless Tyres . It ensures the ground clearance of 168mm and its Kerb Weight is 1145kgs whereas Gross Weight is 1674Kgs. large boot space of 460litres is given in this 4 door car called sedan. Skoda Rapid Active MPI MT Plus looks fabulous with Chrome trim on Radiator Grille and body color bumpers. This sedan can easily visualize in foggy weather with its fog lamps at front. The famous logo of Skoda is fixed in the centre and above the stunning looking grille at front.
Interiors
Interiors of this swanky New Skoda Rapid Active 1.6 MPI Active Plus are one of its own kinds. It is fitted with manually regulated Air Conditioning with Heater and Adjustable Dual Rear Air Conditioning Vents on rear Centre Console and chrome trim on Air Conditioning Vents & Duct Sliders. Air Conditioner is positioned for speedily covering the space. Magnificent features include Chrome décor for front centre console; gear-shift selector and locking button of hand-brake make its interior more meaningful. This lovely designed sedan has Chrome Décor for interior Door Handles, Chrome Trim on Steering Wheel and it comes with dual tone Mocca/Ivory or Onyx-Grey fabric upholstery on front dashboard, door panels and centre console. Body color external mirrors and door handles beautify even further with Gloss black décor on B-pillar, Tinted windows and windscreen.
Engine and Performance
Skoda Rapid Active MPI MT Plus comes with powerful and jet set petrol engine, in-line, liquid cooling system, 16V DOHC, transverse in front with 4-cylinders . It can dispel 1598cc that produces maximum power of 103.8bhp @5250rpm and keeps a torque of 153Nm @3800rpm. It is fitted with In-Line Cylinder Configuration and Compression Ratio stands at -15:1. I t ensures fuel economy at 10.6kmpl city mileage and 13.8kmpl on highway. It has fuel tank capacity of 55litres. It can accelerate from 0 to 100Kmph within seconds and overall mileage is 11.2Kmph . This is spacious sedan with comfort that has five speed gear manual transmission fully synchronized. It is fitted with McPherson suspension with lower triangular links and torsion stabilizer at front and at rear Compound link crank-axle. It is rare type of suspension available for class sedans. Skoda Rapid Active MPI MT Plus comes with Power Assisted direct rack and pinion steering with electro mechanic power steering with Minimum Turning Radius at 5.3meters. It contributes less to pollution to environment by following essential Emission Norm Compliance.
Braking and Handling
Skoda Rapid Active MPI MT Plus comes with McPherson suspension with lower triangular links and torsion stabilizer at front and at rear Compound link crank-axle. This sedan is fitted with Disc brakes with inner cooling, with single/piston floating caliper at front and Drum brakes at rear this brake and suspension mechanism make this sedan to move with control and skid less.
Safety Features
Skoda Rapid Active MPI MT Plus has some marvelous safety features with near perfection and are remarkable. It has power steering wheel, McPherson suspension with lower triangular links and torsion stabilizer at front and at rear Compound link crank-axle. This uniquely developed suspension system enables you have control while driving. The Skoda Rapid Active MPI MT Plus has number of advanced safety features including engine immobilizer with floating code system, central locking and unlocking of doors and boot lid, Remote control locking and unlocking of doors and boot lid and Dual-tone warning horn. This allows you be more secure and warned while driving. This sedan is easily driven in hazy weather condition by its Front fog lights preparation and Rough road package. It provides more safety to passengers and driver as well by its two three-point outer seatbelts and centre lap belt at rear and height-adjustable three-point seatbelts at front. It shoots good lights for more clear vision and control by Halogen headlights with manual leveling and High level LED third brake light. This sporty sedan Skoda Rapid Active MPI MT Plus has other safety features which include Rear windscreen defogger with timer, Child-proof rear door locking, Child-proof rear window locking, Door-open indicator and more importantly, Emergency triangle in the luggage compartment.
Comfort features
This sedan, Skoda Rapid Active MPI MT Plus is heavily packed with lots of comfort features that are what they make it a plus on other variant in MPI series. These include Front centre armrest with Rear centre armrest which indicates at more comfort. It comes with Height adjustable steering wheel with Length adjustable system. For more convenience, it has Manually regulated air conditioning with Adjustable dual rear Air Conditioning Vents on rear Centre Console, It has inbuilt Dust and pollen filter Internal mechanical adjustment for external mirrors and more, Onyx-Grey fabric upholstery make it more comfortable and Front and rear Electrically Adjustable Windows, Anti-Pinch Tinted windows and windscreen. Skoda Rapid Active MPI MT Plus comes with extra appreciable safety features like, internal mechanical adjustment for external mirrors, Bounce-back system, Reading centre lamp at the front and rear, illumination of luggage compartment with 12V power socket in centre console and added comfort of Front sun visors and Vanity mirror in front left sun visor. This is one of the most comfortable sedans which permit its passengers and driver to hands easily on foldable roof handles, for front and rear passengers. In last, it has good audio system with aftermarket audio preparation 1-DIN + cable + connector and this audio system has quality speakers, too. 460 litres luggage compartment space and storage compartment in the front and rear doors house more numbers of things for storage. It is fitted with Bottle holders in the front doors, Cup holders with flip frame with flip frame at rear, etc. This stunning Skoda Rapid Active MPI MT Plus has overall One - touch automatic operation and has enough legroom and shoulder room that is designed to provide comfort to all passengers.
Pros
Powered Petrol Engine, Attractive Safety and Comfort Features, Unique Technology
Cons
Average Fuel Mileage, Design needs to be improved, Less Color Choice
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