Skoda Superb Estate Review 2023
The Skoda Superb Estate is an extended version of the Skoda Superb, designed with a focus on maximizing cargo space and practicality. The Skoda Superb Estate is a popular choice among UK residents, given its practicality and spaciousness, making it a great fit for the country's roads and lifestyle.
Rivals to the Skoda Superb Estate include the Volkswagen Passat, Mazda 6 and Vauxhall Insignia Grand Sport.
Our Skoda Superb Estate review covers:
- Exterior is both elegant and refined with its clean lines, sleek design, and LED headlights
- Interior boasts an abundance of space, both for passengers and cargo
- 660-litre boot, expanding to 1,950 litres with rear seats down
- Choice of efficient engines that strike a balance between power and fuel economy
- Five trim levels are available: SE, SE Technology, SE L, SportLine Plus and L&K
Pros:
- Spacious Interior
- Generous Cargo Space
- Quality and Reliability
Cons:
- Fuel Economy
- Styling Subjectivity
- Availability of Features
The design of the new Skoda Superb Estate is characterized by a blend of elegance and functionality. It features clean, contemporary lines with a focus on practicality and spaciousness. The Superb Estate has a sleek and aerodynamic exterior design. It features a stylish front grille, LED headlights, and a modern, understated aesthetic. The elongated body of the estate version contributes to its practicality. Inside, the Superb Estate continues the theme of spaciousness. The interior is well-appointed with high-quality materials, giving it a premium feel. The design is intuitive and user-friendly, with well-organized controls and a touchscreen infotainment system.
The Skoda Superb Estate is highly regarded for its practicality, making it a popular choice among those who need a versatile and functional vehicle. The Superb Estate offers generous legroom and headroom for both front and rear passengers, ensuring a comfortable ride for all occupants. The estate body style provides a spacious cargo area. The Superb Estate's boot (trunk) space is known for its impressive capacity, and it can be further expanded by folding down the rear seats. This versatility is a significant practical advantage for transporting items of various sizes. The Superb Estate is well-suited for families due to its spacious interior and ample boot space. It's an excellent choice for family trips as well as everyday use.
The Skoda Superb Estate's boot space is one of its standout features. The Skoda Superb Estate offers a substantial amount of cargo space, around 660 to 1,950 litres, with the rear seats folded down. This means you can comfortably carry everything from luggage and sports equipment to larger items like furniture.
Transforming from its initial status as a budget model, the Superb Estate now exudes a notably premium ambience within its interior. A significant portion of the surfaces comprises plush, soft-touch plastic or high-quality leatherette. Even the less costly plastics used deeper in the cabin exhibit a sturdy and resilient quality rather than coming across as merely inexpensive.
All models now include digital instruments as standard, referred to as Skoda's 'Virtual Cockpit.' While they may appear somewhat understated, they provide the flexibility to customize the displayed information to align with your preferences. Positioned in the centre of the dashboard is a standard 8.0-inch touchscreen, with the option to upgrade to a more expansive 9.2-inch display on higher-end models. This screen not only boasts an upscale appearance but also retains the user-friendly older Skoda software, offering ease of use and intuition.
Remarkably, the Superb has retained user-friendly physical buttons and rotary controllers for climate control, steering clear of the often-challenging touch-sensitive controls. Although the screen can be enhanced with built-in navigation, it might not be necessary given that all models are equipped with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connections. This convenience means you'll likely rely on your smartphone's navigation app. The basic eight-inch screen is particularly straightforward, featuring a physical stereo volume knob, while the larger screen, while not matching the system in the BMW 3 Series Touring, remains user-friendly.
Five trim levels are available: SE, SE Technology, SE L, SportLine Plus and L&K.
SE models come equipped with intelligent assistance systems and eye-catching exterior enhancements, making sure that your daily travels are nothing short of stylish.
The Superb SE Technology is an impressive executive car with an interior that ensures a first-class travel experience designed for those with a dynamic lifestyle.
The Superb SE L represents a premium trim level, offering a host of customizable systems and cutting-edge technology, all wrapped in a design that demands attention.
Elevating the iconic Superb design, the Superb SportLine Plus adds extra features such as heated front seats, blind spot detection, and dynamic steering. This trim stands out among its peers.
The Superb L&K draws inspiration from our rich history while embracing our commitment to being distinctly unique in the present day. This luxurious trim is a genuine celebration of style, comfort, and sophisticated functionality.
If you prefer a petrol engine, the Skoda Superb Estate offers an entry-level 148bhp 1.5 TSI 150 that surprisingly packs a punch (accelerating from 0-62mph in a reasonable 9.3 seconds), and it's our recommended choice within the lineup. For those seeking more power, Skoda provides options with the effortlessly speedy 187bhp 2.0 TSI 190 and the range-topping 276bhp 2.0 TSI 280.
However, if you require towing capability or plan to cover long distances, the 148bhp 2.0 TDI 150 diesel engine emerges as your top choice. It offers ample low-end power, reducing the need to rev it as high as a petrol engine to make progress. In fact, it's so capable that opting for the pricier 197bhp 2.0 TDI 200 diesel is unnecessary unless you specifically desire the extra performance it offers.
Overall, the new Skoda Superb Estate is a well-rounded and practical car, perfect for UK drivers, where its comfortable ride, spacious interior, and versatile cargo space are a great fit for both urban and rural lifestyles. Skoda's reputation for reliability and value for money also makes it a strong contender in the estate car segment and an excellent choice for leasing.
The Skoda Superb Estate is now available for purchase at a starting on-the-road price of £35,300.00*, or it can be leased with monthly payments starting from £342.66.
If you're considering leasing a Skoda Superb Estate, we proudly offer excellent car leasing services in the UK. Our leasing deals include a manufacturer's warranty, road tax, breakdown insurance, and free delivery to most areas of the UK mainland (excluding specific regions).
Leasing a Skoda Superb Estate can often be a more financially advantageous option compared to purchasing outright, thanks to the fixed monthly payments, variable mileage options, low initial rental, and flexible contract durations.
It's important to note that the 'on-the-road' price mentioned includes a year's road fund license, DVLA first registration fee, and a number plate fee. Please be aware that this price is accurate at the time of publication and is subject to change. To get the most up-to-date information, we recommend contacting your nearest retailer.
