Earlier, we figured out what the buyer will get if he buys the cheapest version skoda car Rapid performed by Active. This is the simplest version of this liftback, and as far as we know, there are three of them. Average grade Skoda Rapid is called Ambition, and we will consider it in this review.

Immediately, we note that there will be changes in appearance, now the side mirrors and door handles will have body color (you can see in the photo), which is not in the cheapest version of the Rapid. As for the color, two options are available by default, these are white and blue "Pacific". But for an additional payment of 12,000 rubles, you will be given seven more different colors... Fog lights act as an option and can only be purchased for an additional 7,400 rubles.

Four "stock" options

First of all, the buyer is offered to decide on the engine and transmission, therefore there are 4 available options for "Stock" Rapid Ambition:

1. 1.2 l engine with MPI marking, the power of which is 75 horses, paired with a five-speed mechanical box - 549,000 rubles;
2. 1.6 liter engine, also MPI, but with 105 liters. forces, the transmission is the same (5-speed manual gearbox) - 599,000 rubles;
3. 1.6 MPI engine (105 horses) but already paired with a simple 6-speed automatic - 649 thousand rubles;
4. and the most expensive option is a turbocharged 1.4-liter TSI paired with a DSG robot, the cost of this assembly is 684,000 rubles.

Here is what is offered by Skoda on Russian market... As for the rest of the equipment in the "stock versions", its composition is slightly different in versions between assemblies with M (A) gearbox and DSG robot, but these differences are insignificant and will be noted further.

Installed equipment

What equipment will be installed when purchasing the basic version of the Skoda Rapid Ambition to ensure a safe and comfortable ride:

• front airbags for the driver and right front passenger;
• driver's seat belt not fastened indicator;
• daytime running light mode (with the ability to turn it off);
• rearview mirror, which is made with a screening mechanism in the cabin;
• front disc and rear drum brakes;
• electric and heated exterior mirrors;
• washer nozzles windshield heated;
• electric window lifters front and rear (in the basic version of the Active only in front);
• glazing with thermal protection;
• head restraints are adjustable in height;
• the driver's seat is height adjustable;
• heated front seats (in the basic version of the Active it is not);
• installed air conditioner (in the basic version of the Active it is not);
• on-board computer (in the basic version of the Asset it is not);
• Radio Blues 1 DIN, CD, MP3 (in the basic version of the Active it is not);
• central locking comes with a remote control (in the cheapest version without a remote control);
• split rear seat back;
• a third headrest is installed behind (in the middle);
• eyeglass case;
• installed four audio speakers in front.

Well, the execution Rapid Ambition with a 1.4 engine and a DSG gearbox differs from the other three in such additions:

• rear spoiler painted in the color of the car;
• instead of simple ABS, ESC (vehicle stability control system) is installed;
• rear disc brakes;
• an additional heater is installed;
• assistant when going uphill.

Here are technical features has the Ambition equipment of the Skoda Rapid in comparison with the stock Active As you can see, it is much "richer" but, accordingly, the initial price is also higher.

Interior features

The basic version of the Skoda Rapid interior is presented in black, but there are two more options, these are red and Dynamic gray, which feature the corresponding color scheme. But there is a small "but". When choosing such versions, you will need to purchase an additional package called Dynamic (which includes: sports front seats, pedal pads, as well as leather trim in some places), the cost of which is 23,000 rubles.

Additional options and summary of the review

To all of the above, many different options and even whole packages can be added to the selected Skoda Rapid in the middle version of the Ambition, but this, of course, at an additional cost. You can make a set of options necessary for yourself, as if assembling the car for yourself, but do not forget that the base cost will increase. Then maybe you should pay attention to the next modification of the Skoda Rapid after Ambition, which is the most expensive and is called Elegance. Maybe in its "stock" versions Skoda engineers have already included what goes here as optional equipment". Well, at the end, we offer several photos of Rapid of this version for a more detailed idea of \u200b\u200bit.

The Czech car manufacturer Skoda offers various trim levels for the Skoda Rapid. The Elegance, Active and Ambition trim levels will be presented in Russia. Skoda also offers a Style Plus version. Such a car will receive both gasoline and diesel engine... The maximum power will be 120 liters. from.

Various configurations of the Skoda Rapid

The manufacturer Skoda offers motorists three different picking Skoda Rapid:

• Active,
• Ambition,
• Elegance.

The Active version is basic, Ambition has a few more options, and the most complete version will be Elegance.

Active

• Interior of the salon "NOMAD";
• Steel wheels "DAKARA" 6Jx15 ";
• Front power windows;
• Center console with a 12 volt outlet;
• Heated rear windows;
• The exterior door handles are painted black, as are the door mirrors;
• Airbags are provided for the front passenger and driver;
• Central locking;
• 1-DIN radio "BLUES" with MP3 and CD player and four speakers;
• "DAY LIGHT" (daylight with shutdown function);
• Additional motor heating;
• "CLIMATIC" (manual controlled air conditioning system).

Skoda Rapid Active interior

Ambition

• Interior of the salon "GRENIT";
• Multifunctional four-spoke steering wheel;
• The parking brake and gearshift levers are leather-braided;
• Fog lights,
• The exterior door handles are painted in body color, as are the door mirrors;
• The central locking of the car has a remote control;
• Power windows,
• The center armrest is at the front;
• 2-DIN radio "SWING" with MP3 and CD player;
• Multifunctional display "MFA" (vehicle on-board computer);
• Electrically adjustable heated mirrors (outside);
• Heated windshield washer nozzles and heated front seats;
• Air conditioning system "CLIMATRONIC" with combined filter and electrical regulation.

Skoda Rapid Ambition interior

Elegance

• Interior of the salon "VINTAGE";
• "CARME" - stylish light-alloy wheels - 6Jx15 ";
• Front airbags;
• Two additional speakers at the rear of the car;
• Cruise control.

Skoda Rapid Elegance interior

Skoda Rapid engine range

In Europe, the Skoda Rapid is equipped with the following engine range:

Skoda Rapid color scheme

The manufacturer offers a variety of color range for the Rapid model:

• White (Candy White),
• Rallye Green,
• Sprint Yellow,
• Brilliant Silver,
• Black magic with pearl effect (Black Magic pearl effect),
• Pacific Blue,
• Cappuccino Beige,
• Denim Blue,
• Red Bullfighting (Corrida Red).

As you can see from the photos, the Skoda Rapid Ambition has body-colored mirrors and door handles. This option is not available in the inexpensive Active. The body can be painted either white or blue. Other colors are available for 12,000 rubles. PTF are not included in the base; separately, their cost is 7400 rubles.

Ambition Rapids are available in four versions:

1.2 MPI engine (75 hp), with manual transmission-5: 549,000 rubles;
1.6 MPI engine (105 hp), manual transmission-5: 599,000 rubles;
1.6 MPI engine (105 hp), automatic transmission-6: 649,000 rubles;
1.4 TSI with turbine, robotic box DSG: 684,000 rubles.

Let's briefly list the equipment installed on the Skoda Rapid Ambition:
front and side airbags;
ABS;
daytime running lights;
mirrors with heating and electric drive;
electric drive of all glasses;
heated front seats;
air conditioning;
on-board computer;
Central lock with remote control;

The 1.4 TSI version has a spoiler on the trunk lid, ESP stability control system, rear disc brakes instead of drum brakes, and more.

Salon

By default, the interior is black, but both red and gray Dynamic are possible (you can buy it for 23,000 rubles, this includes sports seats in front, local leather interior trim).

conclusions

Completing the Skoda Rapid Ambition for yourself, remember that between this complete set and the more expensive Elegance is not so a big difference... Maybe you should pay a little extra and take a more expensive Rapid?