Skoda Scala 2018–2023 car dimensions: 4362 mm long, 1793 mm wide and 1471 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,192 kg. Braked towing is 1,000 kg.
The cabin features a free-standing touchscreen of at least 6.5 inches as standard, rising to 8 or 9.2 inches on higher grades, with SmartLink for wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on mid trims and wireless options available higher up. Manual air conditioning is base, while dual-zone Climatronic appears on Style and above. Cruise control with speed limiter is standard from Ambition, optional lower. Rear parking sensors come standard from Ambition with front sensors and reversing camera on higher grades or packages. Front Assist provides automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection as standard across the range, alongside Lane Assist. Blind spot warning via Side Assist is optional or package-based. The interior offers good space with soft-touch surfaces and multiple storage spots for daily use.
The boot holds 467 litres with seats up and expands to 1410 litres when the 60/40 rear seats fold. A low loading sill and optional variable floor help with everyday loading of shopping or luggage.
Braked towing capacity is 1000 kg for the 1.0 TSI 70 kW, with unbraked at 600 kg and nose weight of 75 kg. Payload starts from 375 kg depending on equipment. An optional tow bar is available, including electrically retractable versions on some packs.
No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension is listed for this passenger hatchback. It suits light trailer work or family loads but is not positioned for heavy commercial use.
The cabin offers generous space with 1031 mm front and 982 mm rear headroom plus solid knee room. Seats provide height and lumbar adjustment as standard, with optional electric driver seat and sports bolsters on higher grades. Soft-touch door trims, ambient lighting options and dual-zone climate create a practical everyday feel. A panoramic glass roof brightens the interior on select trims, while heated front seats and a heated steering wheel add winter comfort where fitted.
1.0 TSI 70 kW WLTP combined fuel use 5.2–5.6 l/100 km
50-litre fuel tank, min. RON 95 unleaded
Variable service interval: first at 2 years or 30 000 km
Euro NCAP 5 stars (2019): 97% adult, 87% child, 81% VRU, 76% assist
Standard Front Assist AEB with pedestrian/cyclist detection and Lane Assist
Up to nine airbags including optional driver knee and rear side
The 1.0 TSI 70 kW three-cylinder runs on 95 RON petrol and returns WLTP combined consumption of 5.2–5.6 l/100 km with CO2 of 117–128 g/km. A 50-litre tank supports decent range for daily and longer trips.
Servicing uses a variable interval shown by the onboard indicator, with the first stop due at two years or 30 000 km. Fixed shorter intervals are available for high-mileage or urban use. Oil changes follow VW 0W-20 specs on later cars.
Euro NCAP awarded five stars in 2019 with strong adult protection. Standard kit includes Front Assist autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, Lane Assist, multi-collision brake, ESC and six airbags. driver knee and rear side airbags are optional for a total of nine.
The car is straightforward to keep: high-strength steel body, LED lights as standard and common MQB parts keep ownership simple. Three-year warranty covers the first two years unlimited then mileage-capped.
Length 4362 mm, Width 1793 mm, Height 1471 mm, Wheelbase 2649 mm (Scala 2018–2023)
Sources: manufacturer data, Škoda Scala petrol and diesel technical specifications, 2 April 2019, basic version, Engines and chassis press kit, 2 April 2019, Safety press kit, 2 April 2019, and the Czech price list of 18 January 2019: standard driver, front-passenger, front side and head airbags.