Skoda Yeti: specifications and reviews

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

Many independent experts conducted reviews of the Skoda Yeti, the results of which made it possible to identify the advantages and disadvantages of the car. The crossover is a very nice and compact car that will appeal not only to men, but also to the fair sex.

What is Yeti?

Skoda Yeti 1.8 is equipped with a huge amount of "smart" electronics and various modern technologies that will make the most advanced specialist jealous. A huge advantage of the crossover is its ability to survive in harsh conditions.

It is worth noting separately that the Czech automaker decided to keep up with the times by ceasing to equip Yeti with only a manual gearbox. The new crossover model is now equipped with a DSG robotic transmission, which can also be installed on all-wheel drive versions with a 1.8 TSI engine.

Despite the fact that it is not always possible for motorists to choose a version of the Skoda Yeti with a suitable transmission, the demand for the crossover remains high: almost half of sales come fromfront wheel drive modification. However, one of the main requirements of consumers is the presence of an automatic transmission, without which neither all-wheel drive nor powerful engines are attractive.

Skoda Yeti Specifications

The ground clearance of the new crossover is 180 millimeters, which is good news. A little unusual is the too low position of the rear suspension arms, which is not the best solution in our off-road conditions, but despite this, the Skoda Yeti 1, 2 TSI performs well during test drives.

Ergonomics

Ergonomics of the Czech car corresponds to the general level for Volkswagen. A slight inconvenience is caused only by the radial digitization of devices, and with regard to everything else, the experts who tested the Skoda Yeti TSI had no complaints.

The interior trim is excellent: the parts are tightly fitted to each other, there are no squeaks and play, especially when overcoming obstacles and bumps on the road. The only drawback can be considered a slight play of the climate control knobs, but despite this, the system works perfectly and maintains a comfortable temperature in the cabin.

Shifting the gearbox from first to second speed and back is very smooth and accurate. Comfortable, well-padded front seats keep driver and passenger in place even when cornering at high speeds. Properly executed vertical landing of the rear seats provides comfort during a long trip forother passengers.

The Skoda Yeti Outdoor crossover has a high body, the advantages of which are obvious: a large amount of free space allows tall people to comfortably accommodate.

Specifications

The Czech automaker has thought through all the features and benefits of the new crossover in advance, eliminating the weaknesses of previous Skoda models.

Paired with a turbo engine is a six-speed robot with wet clutches. The seven-speed automatic that was installed on the Superb will not fit such an engine, and the reasons for this are the layout and the high margin of safety (350 N instead of the standard 250).

A four-wheel drive transmission equipped with a Haldex 4 clutch will be tough only for a six-speed robot that can better handle the torque circulation in it.

Test drive

The Skoda Yeti 1, 8 TSI crossover is the perfect sports car that handles both high-speed dynamics and obstacles on the track. Separately, it is worth mentioning the silent operation of the engine: up to 100 km / h. The presence of life outside the window gives out only a quiet rustling, after exceeding this speed threshold, only side mirrors give voice.

At the maximum thrust, some disadvantages are found: after the first gear, dips are fixed - jerks when switching to the second speed. The reason for this is most likely in the hydraulics of the robotic transmission, which lacks speed.

Cars equipped with DSG accelerate to 100 km/h noticeablyfaster than their "mechanical" counterparts. In the case of Yeti, everything is different: the robot accelerates to 100 km/h for 3 seconds longer than a manual transmission, in addition, the maximum speed of this version is lower - only 192 km/h against 200 km/h.

Other technical characteristics of the Skoda Yeti cause furious delight among motorists: the 152-horsepower turbo engine is equipped with a "preselection", which guarantees excellent dynamics to the car. The automated transmission selects the right gears while riding and maintains speed even through tight corners.

Despite the fact that the Skoda Yeti sways and rolls a little on bends, the car adheres to the trajectory of the movement perfectly. Releasing the gas pedal, the driver will notice that the crossover is turning in a roll.

The steering mechanism is very high quality: the steering wheel is light, it is not affected by the increase in speed. You can drive the car with one hand without much effort.

Fuel consumption

Skoda Yeti shows excellent results: off-road fuel consumption is 9.5 liters per 100 kilometers. Given this efficiency, the cost of the car, which many experts consider too high, is fully justified.

The character of the crossover after the installation of a robotic transmission has not changed: the car remained the same economical, despite the fact that it has excellent sound insulation and a balanced chassis. Installation of a robotic gearbox will cost the Russian40 thousand rubles for a motorist, while a similar "robot" is installed on Octavia for 60 thousand.

Yeti exterior

The appearance of the new Czech crossover has also changed radically: the front part has acquired a radiator grille, an updated bumper, badge and headlights.

Changes in the interior mainly affected only the interior decoration. Yeti boasts the following features:

• High quality finishing materials.
• Good multifunction steering wheel.
• Elegant and aesthetic decorative trims on the front panel and other nuances.

All of the above interior changes can be safely attributed to the benefits of the updated Skoda Yeti crossover.

Potential buyers are also offered a wide range of both gasoline and diesel powertrains: the former includes three options, the latter four. Engine power varies from 150 to 170 horsepower, displacement - from 1.2 to 2 liters.

The equipment of the new Yeti crossover has been replenished with a rear-view camera, which has not previously been installed on any Skoda model, including the flagship Superb, which was limited to only one branded parking sensors. The central large display of the modern Skoda Yeti displays a clear picture from the rear view camera. Lines that suggest the correct trajectory do not move with the steering wheel.

The disadvantage of the rear of the crossover can be called the fact that during precipitation it is very fastbecomes dirty, reducing the visibility of the camera eye.

Owner Reviews

After analyzing the numerous reviews of the owners of the Czech crossover Skoda Yeti, we can note the following advantages of the car:

• smart electronics system;
• excellent off-road capability;
• robotic gearbox;
• high quality interior trim;
• aesthetic exterior and good ergonomics.

Despite the obvious advantages, the crossover also has its disadvantages:

• Compared to a manual transmission of the same model, the maximum speed of an automatic transmission is much lower.
• Rapidly dirtying the back of the car during bad weather and reducing the visibility of the rear view camera.

Keyless car access mode

Another innovation of the Czech automaker Skoda, which was first implemented in the Yeti crossover, was the keyless entry system, which allows you to start the car engine by pressing one key. Despite the fact that the manufacturer claims that such a system was used by him for the first time, the Skoda concern belongs to the Volkswagen family, the main market of which is European countries.

The new Yeti crossover is also complemented by bi-xenon headlights, multimedia systems, a passive safety system and a convenient navigation system.

CV

PoBased on the results of the test drives and a thorough analysis, we can say that the new Czech Skoda Yeti crossover is a very frisky and ultra-reliable car that showed its best side both in complete off-road conditions and on asph alt. The domestic car enthusiast will definitely be satisfied with the changes and innovations that the crossover has undergone.