February 1: Czech car brand Škoda has launched the new Škoda Rapid in the Nepali market. MAW Enterprises, the authorised distributor of Škoda four-wheelers in Nepal unveiled the new car amid a function in the capital on January 31. Issuing a press statement the company said that the new Skoda car incorporates crystalline design, has enhanced performance and a range of ‘simply clever’ solutions.
As per the company, the car is available in two engine variants of 1.6L MPI petrol and the new 1.5L TDI diesel. “In addition, the new Škoda Rapid features efficient and dynamic seven- speed DSG gearbox with Tiptronics mated to the 1.5 TDI diesel engine,” reads the statement. Similarly, the car comes with new Quartz-cut Projector Lens headlights with chrome eye lashes and LED day running lights. According to the statement, the new Škoda Rapid has plush dual-tone ebony-sand interiors complemented with perforated leatherette upholstery. Likewise, it is equipped with the new ‘Drive’ Central Infotainment System with a 6.5 inch color touchscreen and Mirror Link technology. Other features include electrically foldable mirrors, Climatronic Technology and rain sensing wipers and cruise control, dual airbags, ABS, ESC and Hill Hold Control. Meanwhile, the car has a 460 liter boot space.
Unveiling the car Vishnu Kumar Agarwal, Managing Director of MAW Enterprises said, 'The new Škoda Rapid meets the demand of Nepali sedan enthusiasts.”
Informing about the features of the car, Suraj Manadhar, Chief General Manager of MAW said, “The New Skoda Rapid is a family car, compact enough for the city and spacious enough for longer trips.”
The car which is available three variants of Active, Ambition and Style comes in six color options of Brilliant Silver, Candy White, Cappuccino Beige, CarbonSteel, Silk Blue and Flash Red. “The new Rapid will be available across all authorised Škoda showrooms in the country,” informs the statement.
New Škoda Rapid in Figures
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Details |
Petrol |
Diesel |
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Engine |
1598cc |
1498 cc |
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Maximum Power |
105 PS 77 Kw |
110 PS 81 Kw |
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Maximum Torque |
153 Nm |
250 Nm |
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Tire |
185/60 R15 | |
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Wheelbase |
2552mm | |
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Mileage |
15 KmpL |
21 KmpL |
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Price |
34.95 Lakhs |
39.95 Lakhs |
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