Skoda plans to replace the Yeti by 2016 with 2 SUVs

Skoda Yeti is successful to persuade the top management of the brand of Cech to expand their offering in the SUV segment. According to Auto Bild, it is confirmed that the two most will enter the market by the end of 2016: a model of 4.3 meters long while the Yeti replace an older sister measuring 4.6 meters in length - based VW Tiguan - will also join the time, and will probably be able to accommodate up to 7 people in his cabin. Rumor has it that the two cars will be strongly inspired by the design of the Concept The Mission - recently presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show - and their front end will become a signature feature for most cars Skoda future.

The new policy towards the SUV market alongside the introduction of two brand new versions of Fabia and Octavia models should allow the brand to Cech to reach 500,000 units sold in 2018 target, as estimated by the map VAG group strategy. Skoda is actually expanding its customer base by entering new market segments with models such as the Up! Citigo derived and a new minivan based on VW Sharan. As a sedan called Rapid has recently come into production in India, but is intended for markets outside Europe only.

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Skoda Rapid unveiled NDTV Car and Bike Show

Skoda has chosen NDTV Car and Bike Show to unveil its latest car for India - fast. The television program is seen as India's highest auto show looked and offered the best platform possible unveiling of the new Skoda car. The unveiling is the gift of Skoda television of, who turned eight during the unveiling.

Rapid Skoda is a car that will be sold as replacement of the Octavia, which was recently deleted. The Rapid was first presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show concept D Vision and was a huge success. The Rapid will be based on the Volkswagen Vento and should be a lower price than the VW sedan.

The rapid launch of Skoda in India is the first time the car was shown in its final form. The European launch of the fast will be held at a later date. The Rapid is expected to be sold in Russia and China as well. The car and bike show featuring the unveiling of the Rapide will be broadcast Saturday, October 15th at 13:30 and Sunday at 19:00. Do not forget that this is a show in two parts and Sunday's episode will not be a remake.

Rapid Skoda was called Lauretta within the Volkswagen Group. Te name is a combination of Laura Skoda and Volkswagen Jetta. Skoda India has not revealed details of prices even faster. Stay tuned for more updates on the rapid and connect to auto.oneindia.in for more details on the new car as and when it happens.

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Skoda has started producing its new VW Vento challenger, the Rapid

Skoda Lauretta is now fast, think again. Autocar first revealed that its version of the Skoda Rapid Vento on 24 April was proclaimed, and then the name was rapid. Skoda then had a change of heart and decided on the name of Lauretta. Lauretta and it was his will. Skoda printed manuals with the name, made badge for the tailgate, and even registered the model, but unfortunately got a bad Lauretta answer if it was hospital-ed.

So now, incredibly, it is back in Rapid. Officially. (Ahh, the dangers of reporting manufacturer plans well before they are frozen!) At the rollout ceremony in Chakan today, Skoda said Chairman Prof. Dr. Winfried Vahland: "The Rapid a true reflection of our motto" Simply Clever " is. "

Autocar India was also the first magazine to show you pictures of blatant Rapid. Our anniversary issue in September had a couple of exclusive pictures of the car, and it was pretty clear that this Skoda was put together with a collection of known elements. Yet there is something very attractive about the design.

The headlights, grille and fog are similar to the Skoda Fabia. Look closely and you can see the Vento under the skin. To the Skoda and VW-bit mixing, there is a new hood, new fenders and a slightly modified chin. The engine hood is longer, the new fenders on the Vento is installed sharp bend in it and the chin is easily changed at the corners, where it with well-designed wheel arches, the Vento is on going. The rear is different than the VW Vento. Granted, you still need closer look at these images and compare it directly with a Jetta, but one can say that Skoda has its 'C' motif used in the taillights, the area where the number plate sits has been changed and there a new sculpture bumper.

The motors are with the Jetta, there is a 1.6-liter, 105 PS petrol and a 1.6-liter 105 PS diesel, both are class-leading torque values ​​are shared. Differences, if any, of the Vento engines are in their state of tune. Also expect the interiors to provide the same type of room and comfort than the VW. Plenty of leg room, generous width and well-supported front seats.

Keeping the positioning of the two brands have in mind, you can also expect to be priced slightly below the Rapid Vento. And there is also the possibility, Skoda launches an even cheaper version, with some set deleted. Looks like the hole left by the exit of the Octavia, will be completed after all. Expect a competitive price and a strong sales push by Skoda.

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