Updated ŠKODA SUPERB lives up to its name

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As the flagship model of the ŠKODA range, the SUPERB has always showcased the brand’s most advanced technologies – delivering a luxurious drive and levels of cabin space that no competitor can get near. This year marks the arrival of a significantly updated model that further enhances the SUPERB’s reputation for being one of the finest value cars in its sector.

As part of the updated package, full matrix LED headlights are available for the first time in a ŠKODA production model.

A number of new assistance systems also make their debut, including predictive cruise control and enhanced side assist, which works at a distance of up to 70 metres.

Emergency assist for multi-lane roads (available from mid-2020) and front assist with predictive pedestrian protection are also both new.

The SUPERB’s dynamic and elegant design has been subtly refined with a remodelled radiator grille and a chrome trim between the LED tail lights.

Thanks to a new front bumper, the SUPERB has grown in length by 8mm to 4,869mm (Estate by 6mm to 4,862mm.) The wheelbase, width and height remain the same.

"High levels of equipment as standard ensure wonderful value"

The headlights are more shallow and come with LED technology as standard for the dipped and high beam, daytime running lights and position light. The shape of the LED fog lights has also been redesigned.

At the rear, a chrome trim strip connects the full LED lights while ŠKODA block lettering across the tailgate reflects the brand’s latest design direction.

The updated SUPERB introduces a number of clever details, including LED spotlights that project ŠKODA onto the ground when the doors are opened (part of the optional ambient lighting system). Completing the design update are new 18- and 19-inch alloy wheels, along with two new body colours – Crystal Black and Race Blue.

In terms of drivetrains, the revised SUPERB is available with three petrol and three diesel options with power outputs ranging from 120PS for the 1.6 TDI to 272PS for the range-topping 2.0 TSI.

Seven-speed DSG gearboxes and fourwheel-drive are available on selected models. The range also includes a new 2.0 TDI EVO diesel power plant that develops 150PS. Prices start from £24,655.

Inside the updated SUPERB, chrome highlights, new seat covers and coloured, contrasting stitching provide a fresh new look. And with a generous amount of interior space and a boot capacity of 625 litres in the hatch or 660 litres in the Estate, the model continues to set benchmarks in its segment.

The UK range consists of six familiar trim grades; S, SE, SE Technology, SE L, SportLine Plus and Laurin & Klement.

As before, all models in the range feature incredibly high levels of standard equipment. All are fitted with LED front and rear lights as standard, along with seven airbags, a touchscreen infotainment system with digital radio, voice control and SmartLink+ for smartphone connectivity.

The range will expand again in January with the introduction of ŠKODA’s first electrified model, the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) – the SUPERB iV.