To demonstrate its superiority over, from whom it depends on, fraught: They will remove large unidie such an eye off - and remember as called. Theer seems that it is hardly every new Skoda. There is at least something, but to promote Volkswagen models. Remember the transformation of the Salon Yeti, which are deprived of Tiguan; Or, for example, the Sofa Sofa Sofa, which is able to cause envy of "Passatovodov". Yes, and the volume of the trunk "Octavia" is an unrealized dream of the owner of any "golf".
And most of all pleases the Czech economy: Mlad-Boleslav cars are cheaper than "originals"! So Rapid was supposed to go to the same laid path. However, he chose his own way - if we talk about Russian realities.
By the way, in Europe between Polo and "Papid" there is no competition and can not be, because it is very different cars: "German" - a compact hatchback, while the "Czech" sizes trampled a golf class. But we had a more difficult "Rapid", since the Russian Polo is an impressive sedan, the dimensions practically not inferior to the "Skoda". And although both cars rose on one incubator in Kaluga, Rapid turned out to be more expensive.
It is not surprising that buyers accepted a novelty caution: more expensive Octavia diverges one and a half times better, not to mention Polo, which is sold almost three times better.
Which choice?
And what in the "asset"?
At first glance, the price tag of 479 thousand rubles, taking into account the size of the car and its similarity with "Octavia" looks very attractive. However, if a pretty look at the car, it is easy to understand that the picture is not so irres. With diligence worthy better applicationThe Czechs save on the most needed: from the basic version of ACTIVE ruthless hand, the electric drive and heating mirrors, air conditioning, radio tape recorder and Du central Castle. In terms of security, there are also spaces: there are ABS, but the airbag is only one - the driver. But the same Polo in the database go two Eirbag!
But the most important thing is the basic Rapid equipped with a punched 1.2-liter engine (75 liters.), Whose abilities for the machine weighing almost 1.2 tons frankly little. The presence in the "asset" of the full-size spare, pairs of electric windows and heating the injectors of the glasses is a weak consolation.
We choose optimum
The full-fledged Rapid machine becomes starting with the second version of AMBITION with a 1.6 liter engine. This equipment itself is more expensive by 70 thousand rubles Plus another 50,000 asked for a 1.6-liter engine - hardly the most reliable force aggregate From the Volkswagen portfolio. With the engine, everything is clear - this is the cost of living. Is it possible to save, if you do not overpay for a more expensive package, and to retrieve the base with separate options?
That's what it turns out. Add to "Active" heating front seats and mirrors, air conditioning, radio and a second pillow costs 48 thousand rubles. And if you still fork on ambition, then the remaining 22 thousand will bring you a whole dozen by no means useless options - this is a voice, backlight glove box And pockets on the backrests of the seats, the on-board computer, folding in parts of the back of the sofa, the center of the central lock and the "nasturn" illumination. Definitely, it is AMBITION worthy to be optimistic.
The same version becomes a reference point if Rapid is closed with a turbo engine and a preselective "robot". Supplement for 1.4 TSI DSG (if you repel from Rapid 1.6 AT) is not so large - 35 thousand. With this bonus you will also receive ESP, which is in itself worth 7,000 rubles. Good offer!
By the way, after a while (no earlier next year), dealers will have a long-announced Rapid SPASEBack, which is a cross between hatchback and Yinversal with a shortened rear breath and a higher roof.
As usual, you can choose the body color. The palette consists of nine colors, of which you can get white and blue Pacific. Any of seven metallic will require additional payments of 12 thousand rubles.
Outside and inside
You give a record!
Liftbek fully operates the proportions and style of the eldest "Octavia" rank. He is not at all aggressive, but it is fashionable tighten. And only bypassing the car from all sides, it can be noted that his body a little already, what would be.
However, the talented seller can hardly allow pay attention to it. He will surely offer to get acquainted with the car from the trunk. Speecually and no extra effort (thanks to pneumatic drugs!) High raised fifth door of colossal sizes will open access to the impressive covers. In form, it is practically the right parallepiped with a volume of 550 liters. If you remove the shelf and fold the sofa back, the capacity is almost three times. Perhaps from the point of view of cargo transportation Rapid - record holder in its class.
It is a pity that the doors and bumpers are not protected by moldings: their absence will remind the first "contact" parking. Fog lights It's not a moderate - even small pebbles can leave an annoying crack on the glass. It is bad that for the "janitor" on the fifth doors you have to pay extra - but he needs any "Rapid"! Dirt from the road here almost does not fly - thanks step on the stern - however, in the rain and snow, the glass quickly loses transparency.
What other substantive disadvantages have "Rapid"? Like POLO, he has very low supports rear springs - from the ground they are separated only 126 mm. And the Czechs were saved on the castle of the gas tank hatch, which is also not good: the ice scraper fixes on it risks the easiest produce of thieves.
Welcome
After examining, it is easy to note that the front panel looks in German strictly, concisely and at the same time noble. Is that in the basic version too much gray, easily scratched plastic - but there are quite relevant inserts under aluminum.
Guests of the rear row awaits a pleasant surprise: Foot places are hardly as much as the best representatives of the class - Nissan Almera and Peugeot 301 / Citroen C-Elysee.
There is no shortage of hooks for clothing and cupboards in any versions. And in the optimum you also get additional lighting lamps. In addition, for a modest fee of 3000 rubles, you can equip the sofa with a central folding armrest with cup holders.
It is only bad that the rear window is located under the big inclination. In order to passengers of the sofa, the sun hips on the head of the head, you will have to take care of the sunscreen curtain or tint.
Behind the wheel
In German lecture
If the doorways are at the back of hospitably wide, the front doors of this virtue are deprived. Even worse, in the opening, treacherous is a tide of the front panel. In a barishment, it squeezed the right leg into the salon, I joined a bump on the shin. And this is my still moderate complex! What will be the larger person?
Ergonomics of the driver's seat completely repeats other cars of the Volkswagen group. The impressive steering and armchairs adjustment ranges allow you to make sure that it is convenient for you. Any buttons and levers do not cause questions: they are extremely functional, and their forms and location are made ideal. In Rapid, there may be two types on-board computerwhich are managed differently: either with the button in the end of the right steering wheel switch, or the keys on the right steering wheel (Maxi Dot). For convenience of manipulations - no complaints.
There are three different audio systems to choose from. The optimal version of AMBITION corresponds to the 1 DIN format Blues header, which loses the disks, and the flash drives reads - and at the same time it sounds tenless. The "head" swing, which is most expensive for 3000 rubles, looks good, although it is practically no different from the most simple "music". The top AMUNDSEN with a touch screen is the most than all: this audio system and looks better, and it sounds cleaner. In addition, it is "sewn" navigation. It is a pity that it costs 28,000 rubles - too expensive for a democratic "rapid".
But there is a nuance
Summarked a little, you begin to notice the nuances imperceptible at first glance. The chair has good lateral support, but for some reason the back is curved unnaturally strongly. The adjustable lumbar roller would definitely not hurt her - without him in a couple of hours on the road, a back can be drunk. It is devoid of this shortage only sports front chairs included in the Dynamic package. However, this pleasure is not free - 23 000 rubles.
The armrest interferes using the handbrake, and the gas pedal move was unexpectedly short - only 4.5 cm. Alas, not everything is well at the car and with visibility: the rear racks are very wide, the borders of the trunk lid does not see the driver. The situation is not saved and not too large side mirrors. You can order a parking sensor, but it is not cheap - 13 500 rubles.
Please note that the RAPID is truly secure only if you have a security package 2, which increases the number of pillows up to six and adds the ESP machine. In Euroncap tests, this car was able to earn five stars.
On roads and without them
Without complexes
The validity of the base 1,2-liter motor causes doubts. At one time, this 3-cylinder power unit was rather tolerably moved "Fabia" of the first generation, however, with Rapid, which is significantly harder, not to cope. Here is very short (4,93: 1) main para, however, she does not save the situation; So this engine would not recommend even a very calm driver, in order not to cause him a complex of inferiority.
The 105-strong 1.6-liter motor motor is not only more powerful, but also much, if you can put it, more convenient - it allows you to more accurately control the speed. This power unit confidently pulls from the lowest, and when medium-sized revolutions becomes even more temperamental. The clear work of "Mechanics" is pushing to drive faster - truth, turn a motor higher than 4500 rpm. There is no particular sense: noise will be more than speakers. And on the highway would not prevent additional forces, as well as the sixth gear in the manual box.
In combination with the ACP, such Rapid takes more from the place, but in interstellor rings it turns out slower. "AUTOMAT" is clearly tuned to savings: if we handle the gas pedal without excess aggression, it is ahead of time, it strives to climb higher transmission. Sports Sports Situations: Thanks to it, even with a careful handling of the accelerator, turns are not lowered below the mark in 2000 rpm. But even when driving with full load, and when overtaking from 80 km / h, you will always have to put up with the role of a person who is not in a hurry anywhere.
More fun
Here you should make a remark: a special economy is hopeless 1.6 Mpi is not happy. In traffic jams, he digends digested, on average, 12.2 liters per 100 km, and only with measured ride on the highway, the flow rate is reduced to 7.6 liters. However, a more powerful turbo engine in a range of a couple of liters is more economical.
The 1.4-liter TSI generally turned out to be an excellent student in all disciplines. Skoda accelerates him much faster! And the minus of the turbo is essentially only one - in the torn city rhythm you need or barely stroke the gas pedal, otherwise the impression of the transmission will deteriorate: delay in switching on the skuffing speed becomes annoying. However, all this will fully compensate for the gripping set of speed from the course - that's where the Rapid gives genuine pleasure!
At the same time, the devices with a variable curvature car passes very confident. In "Tiguchny" you can boldly migrate at the limit of the coupling properties of the tire - "Skoda" will not require the correction of the trajectory with the wheel. By the way, the modifications with the turbo engine are the rear disc brakesWhile less powerful versions are boums. With frequent sharp slowdowns with high speedas well as on mountain roads This is a pretty weighty plus.
Other 1,4-liter "rapid" bonuses are an electric cabin heater, an assistant when starting on the rise and ESP. By the way, the stabilization system is configured perfectly and allows you to let go of a car in small slides. And frankly please michelin tires Pilot Sport 3, which tenaciously holds asphalt.
Outcome
Rapid will definitely find its buyer. First of all, you will pay attention to those who need a car similar to sedana Polo.But with a more comfortable trunk and an excellent turbo engine. It can also be advised by those who would like to acquire "Octavia", but does not have enough funds. And yet, as neither regrettable, the price of the optimal version exceeds 600 thousand, as a result of which the budget language is not rotated to call this model.
Skoda Rapid - Comfortable lifbec with a variety of functional solutions for the car owner. However, like any car, Rapid has its drawbacks. They also affect the reviews of owners who die comments regarding the different characteristics of the car. What does not suit the drivers Skoda Rapid - we learn later.
Technical faults
Many Skoda car owners do not complain the quality of spare parts. This is especially true of the stabilizer bushings. In the cold, the car appears characteristic vigories of bushings, which can not always be changed under warranty. If this problem does not significantly get you, you can wait for spring: when warming the creaking is passed. The main thing is not to smear silicone - rubber bands are rapidly wear out, because the dirt will stick more.
The creak of door seals is another frequent malfunction of Skoda Rapid. The owners of the car complain that it starts to creak after the first sinks. Possible cause There are small gaps of Barharotok. Someone mages these places with soap economic, someone silicone from the inside.
Among owners Skoda. There are cases when foam breaks in the driver's seats and passengers. The reason is in a production marriage or poor material that does not withstand the load. But this malfunction is bypassing by some drivers, and when buying does not appear. It is difficult to talk about some regularity in this situation.
It is known that some owners complain of wheezing columns in the cold. Official dealers, as a rule, do not comment on this situation. Such shortcomings of Skoda Rapid are especially concerned with car owners from the northern regions of the Russian Federation.
Air conditioning and cooling system
One of the Skoda Rapid car disease is to clog the bottom of the radiator. This is due to excessively high holes in the vertical blades of the radiator grille. In this case, the driver can get possible overheating of the car engine. To avoid this, it is recommended to install an additional protective grid.
Among the flaws of the manufacturer, you can note the pouring of the air conditioner with rainwater. It also concerns the steering rack. Water flows in lobby glass From the side of the passenger, after which it falls under the hood and floods the details listed above. Perhaps over time, the problem will be solved by the manufacturer, or this question will completely fall on the shoulders of the car owner.
Transmission elements
Typical breakdown of Skoda Rapid - ailment of gearbox. It is about loss of smooth gear mechanism. This is due to the wear of the clutch disks caused by the increased working temperature of the mechatronics. If you do not want to face similar problem When owning his Skoda Rapid, take care carefully to the advice of the manufacturer. Stopping more than 1 minute, do not be lazy to translate gearbox from the D mode to N. So you will save your car from premature repairs.
DSG transmission jerks are also the cause of a mechatronics fault. This problem is quite known among the owners - it is found at an early stage of operation of the car. In the previous versions of Skoda, drivers also encountered this typical fault. In some cases, to find a solution to the question, it was possible to not even disassemble the device. However, it is best to have troubleshooting, contact a specialized service.
Electronics
W. car Skoda. Rapid with a small mileage may occur with electronic devices, namely - with software Control unit. This trouble is solved by simple flashing, but it also requires the owner of the spent time and money.
Incorrectly inserted cigarette lighter at the car assembly stage can subsequently cause the closure and burnout of the fuse. This moment requires care from the car owner: watch you insert the cigarette lighter into place.
Many drivers complain about noise from the car conditioner. Moreover, the problem concerns not only a specific model, but also the other Skoda machines. The question is solved by installing a new compressor, and often the noise becomes quieter. The owners are netting for defective parts, and there are no other ways to solve.
We looked at the main types of Skoda Rapid car malfunctions. It can be seen that only problems with the gearbox can be called from critical flaws of the car. The rest of the disadvantages also occur in other automotive stamps. You can also cope with them at the stage of buying a car and even need, because dealers provide services for replacing elements under warranty. In general, the car deserves respect, and even small problems will not play a decisive role to refuse to buy this handsome.
In the 80s and 90s of the last century skoda companyRight from the Czech Republic, produced cars that were called Rapid. A little more than ten years passed, and in 2011, the Indian subsidiary of this concern again revived this name by issuing a new subcompact sedan. The history of creation is extremely simple. In fact, this car is rebranding already known at that time Volkswagen Vento, which is familiar with the Russian user under the name Polo. But the history of the name did not end.
In the same skoda year introduced on Frankfurt Motor Show Concept with the name "Missionl". By 2012, he was shown as a prototype at the Beijing Motor Show, but the name has already been replaced with Rapid. The final form of the car was presented in the same year and began to be issued for the European market. New Liftback took place in model row Between the more modest Fabia and Full Size Oktavia.
Russian users were able to get Rapid only by 2014. From the European car, he was distinguished by a modified suspension, which was more adapted to Russian realities. But first the sale of the car was rather modest. The reason for this was the fact that in Russia the cheaper Volkswagen Polo is also popular, which is comparable to rapid in size. In Europe, these cars differ and enter different classes, so there is no such problem there. The collected on the domestic plant (rapid and polo in Russia are produced at the same Kaluga enterprise) cars are too similar, but Skoda is noticeably more expensive, with the result that in the first year of sales it was sold three times weaker than Volkswagen.
Body
The Skoda automaker at the official level belongs to Volkswagen autoconecer, so it is not surprising that for european version The "Volkswagen Group A05 +" platform was taken as the basis, which had already been applied on Hatchbeck Fabia. The appearance of the car released in 2012, even in modern standards is rather attractive. The design of the exterior is traced quite clear lines of the body, which makes the car rather solid and strict. In general, the car is quite very similar to a more voluminous octave, whose design is the same adjacent and does not show aggressive features.
Many may be mistaken with a body shape, considering Rapid Sedan, however, it is still Liftback. Confirmation is the fact that the fifth door of the car opens with rear glassWhat is peculiar to last Class Body. It increases comfort when loading large things, which, by the way, quietly fit in Rapid, but about it a little later.
Comparison of sedan and liftbek
The paint coating has a rather thick layer, so that after the trip along the highway on the front, it is quite rarely chips from small pebbles. The most optimal colors for cars became black and white. They perfectly emphasize the rigor of body lines, making the car even more solid.
Interior and electronics
Skoda lovers, as shown as a result of investigative companies, prefer to enjoy simpler things. In their opinion, the smaller the extra details in the car, the lower the likelihood that something breaks. The salon was developed, based on these studies, as well as taking into account the convenience of using the instruments. As a result, when landing in rapid there is a feeling of comfort, it is immediately clear what and where is located. There are no extra rays, but at the same time, the interior is not felt too simple and cheap.
The three-spoke steering wheel is quite large, all devices are located enough ergonomically. But it is rather the merit of the standards that are set by the VW Group, which belongs to Skoda. Dashboard It consists of two tachometer and speedometer dials, between which the on-board computer screen is located.
On the top of the center console, there are two air conditioning system deflector, and there are two keys between them, one of which is responsible for turning on the alarm. The second appears only in rich equipment and is responsible for the passenger airbag (there is simply no basic models). In the center of the console are the controls multimedia system With a single-color display that can be replaced with a color screen with built-in navigation. The bottoms are keys and regulators of the stove and air conditioning.
Landing in Rapid at first glance is a bit uncomfortable. The front seats seem too straight and rigid, however, they keep their back pretty good. With the rear side of the case, the landing is quite comfortable, but the high people here may lie down their heads into the ceiling, and those who are a little of them down, will beat them on the lying police (there is a design rear suspension). Four adults are calmly fit in the car, but the fifth will be superfluous, and the threesome will be a little closed in the rear sofa.
But the main feature Rapida is his trunk. Access to it opens thanks to the big rear door. The resulting wide opening will allow immersing bulk cargo. But there is a minus. Because of the high depth there is a step, through which things will have to move, in order not to scratch the paint. The volume of the trunk is no less than 550 liters. If necessary, it can be increased by folding the rear row of seats. However, a step will be formed, eating some space.
In the cabin, some advantages can be attributed to the shortcomings of Skoda Rapid. First of all, it is simplicity, and rather poverty in terms of options, not everyone likes the value of the price and equipment of basic cars. So in order to enjoy rapid, it is better to buy more expensive and equipped versions. Often, drivers complain about the quality of glasses that scratch when cleaning ice. In general, the car is rather designed for families with children, which will be quite comfortable in the rear row. As for the assembly, then it comes here, quite often the presence of "curtains", they arise in different places, and indicate some particular space difficult.
Engines
The Rapid Rapid Motors model range, which is quite familiar to cars whose manufacturers are included in the VW GROUP. There are several here petrol versions With a volume from 1.2 to 1.6 liters. And then there is a major minus rapid - most of the shown motors are frankly weak for the machine with a weight of just less than 1.2 tons.
Basic engine with three cylinders and 75 hp He disperses rapid to hundreds for long 14 seconds, while fuel consumption is quite large. Two others 1,2 lithuan Engine With TSI systems that came to shift, a little better than the fellow. At least they work quite quietly as idlingand on the approach to the red mark, located 6000 revolutions per minute. All three "Malolitrovik" are rather designed for drivers who are never in a hurry anywhere, but they love to ride measuringly and impose.
Problems of 1.2 engines are already familiar to car owners. First of all, it is an unseeing non-quality oils and fuel. In addition, they all require long work at idle in winter time for getting operating temperatureAlthough in the later models, this defect managed to eliminate. In general, engines in terms of reliability stand on a solid middle, and properly operation Roll into your 250 thousand km.
Motor with a volume of 1.4 liters also has two modifications: one old, and the second is more modern. But unlike 1.2 liter, they are still still available. Depending on the labeling, the aggregates can produce 122 or 125 hp. The difference is quite small, but the point is not in power, but in the equipment. The fact is that more modern option It is a modified version of the old motor. As a result, the 122-slingo engine has a number of disadvantages that have no analogue. This can be attributed to:
- Crossing the timing chain during its tension.
- Slap some valves, because of which the car loses the already not the best dynamics.
- Trojection at idle and long warming.
And also dislike for the quality of oil and gasoline, although this aspect has moved by inheritance and to the 125th strong version.
It is best to buy cars with engines whose volume is 1.6 liters. And this proves statistics according to which these aggregates are the most purchased in Russia along with cars Skoda and Volkswagen. This is a standard four-cylinder motor, which, unlike its "turbocharged" brothers, is not equipped with any devices that could increase its power. The unit is quite comfortable in operation and does not cause serious problems. Timing the timing belt here, but not served. Reviews of the owners of Skoda Rapid 2017, as well as Volkswagen Polo, regardless of the year of the car, celebrate two main complaints:
- Shaking with cold work, as well as foreign knocks. It is corrected by installing a new firmware. In the worst case, you will have to change the pistons to a more advanced version of "em". You can also install a barn collector 4-2-1 or 4-1 and customize "brains" already under it.
- A knock when driving in irregularities. It is noted that by 1.6 when traveling around uneven coating there is a knock. It is the bad design of the left pillow. When this ailment is detected, it is enough to replace it with a more modified version.
There are several line diesel engines. But in Russia they are not presented if they managed to find rapid, designed for this fuel - then most likely it was bought in Europe.
Suspension, chassis and general indicators
The front axle of the car was acquired by classic McPherson racks, which are pretty common among the front-wheel drive cars. But at the back there is a torsion beam, got along with the platform from Fabia. According to some car enthusiasts, such a design deprived a driving car when driving, which is inherent in other models from its class.
This advantage was the weight of Skoda. It is only 1150 kg, which is significantly lower than that of competitors. Of course, weak engines, installed on the budget versions, weakly pull even it, but then the matter is in the other. Lightweight is also affected by fuel consumption, which has a rapid lower than that of analogs from its class, although everything is rather depends on the engine.
Interestingly, at the turns of Skoda feels confident with less voluminous versions of motors. A large 1.6 is quite heavy for the front suspension, which is why rolls can appear with sharp turns. But despite this, in general, Rapid behaves quite confident on the road. The chassis here is still configured on comfort with a calm ride.
Outcome
So far, for several years of its existence, Skoda Rapid did not undergo serious restyings, and now you can buy a car that is almost completely identical to what was presented in 2014. The only change was the expansion of the line of engines, which was managed by the modernization of already familiar versions.
However, this car So far, you do not need innovative solutions. Broke here, frankly, there is nothing. Everything is quite simple, and at the same time comfortable. The level of frequency failure does not exceed the indicators of other cars included in the Volkswagen group. Nevertheless, even among auto mechanics, it has long been a fairly warm attitude to Skodam, including Rapid. It is enough to ask most of the owners of this car about the maintenance, and they will calmly answer that they appear on the service thresholds only for passing.
Of course, in its segment, Rapid has several pretty strong competitors. For example, the same Hyundai Solaris. But Liftback is more likely to take as family car. From the part of the activity, he markedly loses even with his brothers "Yeti" and "Fabia". But it is only in the upper price range. In the bottom, the Skoda competitors are practically no, although the car here becomes rather sluggish. Here, the main role is played by ergonomics and capacity, which cannot boast cheap analogs.
Skoda Rapid is a comfortable liftback with a variety of functional solutions for a car owner. However, like any car, Rapid has its drawbacks. They also affect the reviews of owners who die comments regarding the different characteristics of the car. What does not suit the drivers Skoda Rapid - we learn later.
Technical faults
Many Skoda car owners do not complain the quality of spare parts. This is especially true of the stabilizer bushings. In the cold, the car appears characteristic vigories of bushings, which can not always be changed under warranty. If this problem does not significantly get you, you can wait for spring: when warming the creaking is passed. The main thing is not to smear silicone - rubber bands are rapidly wear out, because the dirt will stick more.
The creak of door seals is another frequent malfunction of Skoda Rapid. The owners of the car complain that it starts to creak after the first sinks. Possible cause is small gaps of the velocity. Someone mages these places with soap economic, someone silicone from the inside.
The owners of Skoda are known cases when foam breaks in the driver's seats and passengers. The reason is in a production marriage or poor material that does not withstand the load. But this malfunction is bypassing by some drivers, and when buying does not appear. It is difficult to talk about some regularity in this situation.
It is known that some owners complain of wheezing columns in the cold. Official dealers, as a rule, do not comment on this situation. Such shortcomings of Skoda Rapid are especially concerned with car owners from the northern regions of the Russian Federation.
Air conditioning and cooling system
One of the Skoda Rapid car disease is to clog the bottom of the radiator. This is due to excessively high holes in the vertical blades of the radiator grille. In this case, the driver can get possible overheating of the car engine. To avoid this, it is recommended to install an additional protective grid.
Among the flaws of the manufacturer, you can note the pouring of the air conditioner with rainwater. It also concerns the steering rack. Water flows through the windshield from the passenger side, after which it falls under the hood and fills the parts listed above. Perhaps over time, the problem will be solved by the manufacturer, or this question will completely fall on the shoulders of the car owner.
Transmission elements
Typical breakdown of Skoda Rapid - ailment of gearbox. It is about loss of smooth gear mechanism. This is due to the wear of the clutch disks caused by the increased working temperature of the mechatronics. If you do not want to face a similar problem with the ownership of your Skoda Rapid, take care carefully to the advice of the manufacturer. Stopping more than 1 minute, do not be lazy to translate gearbox from the D mode to N. So you will save your car from premature repairs.
DSG transmission jerks are also the cause of a mechatronics fault. This problem is quite known among the owners - it is found at an early stage of operation of the car. In the previous versions of Skoda, drivers also encountered this typical fault. In some cases, to find a solution to the question, it was possible to not even disassemble the device. However, it is best to have troubleshooting, contact a specialized service.
Electronics
Skoda Rapid cars with low mileage may occur with electronic devices, namely with the software block software. This trouble is solved by simple flashing, but it also requires the owner of the spent time and money.
Incorrectly inserted cigarette lighter at the car assembly stage can subsequently cause the closure and burnout of the fuse. This moment requires care from the car owner: watch you insert the cigarette lighter into place.
Many drivers complain about noise from the car conditioner. Moreover, the problem concerns not only a specific model, but also the other Skoda machines. The question is solved by installing a new compressor, and often the noise becomes quieter. The owners are netting for defective parts, and there are no other ways to solve.
We looked at the main types of Skoda Rapid car malfunctions. It can be seen that only problems with the gearbox can be called from critical flaws of the car. The rest of the disadvantages also occur in other automotive stamps. You can also cope with them at the stage of buying a car and even need, because dealers provide services for replacing elements under warranty. In general, the car deserves respect, and even small problems will not play a decisive role to refuse to buy this handsome.
The Skoda Rapid car has proven to be reliable, modern, trouble-free vehicle. He is able to provide its owner comfortable and safe movement With sufficient dynamics. Its nodes and systems usually require only planned maintenance. Despite this, the car has some shortcomings.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Skoda Rapid
After analyzing the reviews of Skoda Rapid owners, you can highlight the pros and cons of the car, which are reduced to the table below.
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Table - the main advantages and disadvantages of the car Skoda Rapid.
| Pluses of a car | Cons car |
|---|---|
| Sufficient clearance | Bad multicate system |
| Spacious trunk with convenient loading | Slow heating power plant |
| Stylish appearance | There is no backlight of the glover, despite the fact that planting place Under the lamp is present |
| Bright headlights | During the rain water falls into the salon |
| Spacious salon | No windshield heating |
| Clear switching MCPP | Crickets in the salon |
| Low fuel consumption | Cutting full alarm, without shock sensor |
| Quality plastic torpedo | Short first transmission for overclocking |
Problems of power plant
Most car owners note that the motor power is insufficient for a dynamic driving style. It is especially noticeable on Skoda Rapid with a 1.2 liter engine. It is able to provide a comfortable movement in a dense urban stream, but when leaving the track is clearly weak.
The most problematic is a 1.2 liter engine. Unlike other motors, it is the most sensitive to the quality of fuel and correct selection motor lubricant. There are cases when the motor fails at the first refueling fake gasoline.
To warm the motor is required long work At idle. It is especially noticeable in winter. Output to the operating temperature can take more than 15 minutes.
Power plants have a stated resource in 250 thousand km. In domestic realities, only a 1.6 liter engine can be left. The rest of the motors require overhaul Upon reaching 180 - 220 thousand km. 
Problems due to radiator grille
One of the main design miscalculations is to use excessively high holes in the radiator grille. Vertical blades give the car an aggressive, sports appearance. At the same time, too long distances between them lead to the unimpeded penetration of garbage behind the bars.
As a result, the bottom of the radiator is clogged. This leads to a deterioration of heat transfer. Communal air flows cannot cool the radiator. Because of this, overheating is the power plant, which is not in best side affects the resource of the engine. To solve problems with overly large holes, car owners set an additional grid for it. 
Water getting into the salon
In the configuration of the car there are no visor. Therefore, in rainy weather, water enters the salon through all the gaps. In addition, the door seals constantly creak. Application silicone lubricant Only for a while solves the problem. After a while, the situation is repeated.
Problems with the fall of water in the salon exist and at the front of the car. Rain flows over the windshield into the open space. There is a pouring of water conditioner and steering rack. Next, the moisture applies to the salon. This leads to excessive wear of the elements in contact with water. 
Transmission problems
Manual transmission change box practically does not have drawbacks. She in many cases serves longer than the motor. Problems with MCPP can begin when running more than 280 - 300 thousand km.
Automatic gearbox is not famous for its reliability. Problems may appear when running at 60 - 80 thousand km. The most frequent problem is the absence of smoothness when switching gear.
While driving in traffic or with dynamic driving, there are cases of overheating automatic transmission. Frequently exceeding the operating temperature is able to remove the automaton to 50 - 55 thousand km. 
Comfort car
The main advantage of the car is spacious and convenient for loading the trunk. Workplace The driver is performed in Spartan style. Attitude towards this, the owners are different and depends on personal taste.
Landing in Skoda Rapid is uncomfortable. The front seat is too solid and straight. Along the tough suspension, it leads to a transfer to the body of the driver and passengers of all irregularities road coatwhich overcomes the car.
Even worse landing on the back row of the seats. They are designed for low growth passengers. High people have big chances to resume their heads in the ceiling or hit him heads in the process of travel.
Does not shine the rear row and width. Locate three passengers on it problematic.
Pendant problems
Most car owners note that the suspension is too tough. It transmits all the flaws of the road surface onto the body. This significantly reduces the comfort of driving a car.
Problems with suspension begin when running more than 40 thousand km. The most often losing their properties shock absorbers. With frequent rides on country roads, the passage of the racks may be required after 60 thousand km. 
During runs more than 100 thousand km due to excessive suspension stiffness, cracks can appear on the body metal. To eliminate them, you will need to resort to welding work. Therefore, many car owners upgrade the suspension in advance, making it softer.
Electronics malfunctions
The engine control unit is not particularly reliable. Flooding the firmware program often occurs when running 40 to 70 thousand km. To troubleshoot a malfunction you need to reflash the module. Under the most unfavorable conditions, it may be necessary to replace the ECU.
The multicate system in normal execution does not have a USB. Its speakers are very sensitive to temperature. The sound quality, in most cases, unsatisfactory. There are often cases of wire oversight when running 70 - 90 thousand km.
Sensors often give a failure during operation. Terminal pads are too susceptible to oxidation. You can detect the deterioration of contact on cars with a mileage of more than 50 thousand km. As a result, the ECU lacks information about the operation of the engine, which causes the instability of the crankshaft of the power plant.
Corrosive resistance
Skoda Rapid car has a thick layer paint coating. It will remove it from the emergence of chips, scratches and rust dripping on body elements.
The weak point of the car are the wheeled arches and the floor under the coating of the trunk. In the absence of additional measures to combat corrosion from the car owner, in the listed places it is possible to appear rust foci. Despite the use of high-quality metal after 2-4 years of operation of corrosion, can turn into through holes. In case the car owner periodically holds anticorrosion processing, it will be discovered rust impossible even when running 250-300 thousand km.
