New Skoda Superb and Combi Will Debut in Shanghai

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Group Night. The larger Superb will be aimed squarely at China where Skoda sales are growing quickly.

The new Superb is meant to be the flagship of the Skoda range. While larger than the previous generation, it will offer better fuel economy and more rear legroom. At the same event, it will introduce the Superb Combi wagon.

The new styling does not take any chances. It is essentially a stretched and widened version of the new OctaviaSkoda Octavia (Modern) 3Czech Rep., 2013 > present141 versions
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in terms of looks. It will be offered with bi-xenon headlights with LED running lights. The rear has three LED stripes that create the shape of the taillights.

The new generation will be available in two, new colors: Metal Grey and Moon White.

The interior is where much of the work has gone. There are nine fabric options. The center console includes a large storage pocket. It gets new features like a 6.5in touch screen infotainment system with a 30GB hard drive. Rear cargo space has been increased to 595 liters in the sedan and 633 liters in the Combi.

The engine range includes start/stop and regenerative braking technology. The base engine will be a 123hp 1.4 TSI, and there will be a 2.0 TDI with 138hp or 168hp.

There will be an all-wheel drive version with the 168hp diesel and either a six-speed dual clutch transmission or six-speed manual.

“The Skoda Superb offers comfort beyond the middle-class standard. This means lots of room, excellent functionality, high comfort, top safety, great value for money and timeless elegance. We are always intent on offering our customers a little bit extra car,” said Skoda CEO Winfried Vahland.

The new Superb and Combi will go on sale in June.