Prejudice is a worrying trait in a person. A friend of mine drove past my house and saw I had a new Skoda on test. Within minutes he’d texted to ask if I ‘was doing reviews for Saga magazine these days?’ The inference was clear; Skoda’s image might have perked up in terms of vehicle quality, but it’s still a brand only driven by older people. Why them I’m not sure, I didn’t ask.
As you probably know, Skoda is now owned by Volkswagen Group. The current range of cars is practical, versatile, well-built, good to drive and offers value for money. The newest is the estate version of the MkII Superb, which is what’s on my drive. It’s conservative in style – which appeals to many people who don’t like to stand out from the crowd – and there is much to like. The interior is smart and modern, it’s got generous levels of standard kit, and it’s a very user-friendly family car.
But here’s the clincher for me. With prices starting at £17,715 it’s £10,000 less than a Mercedes E-Class estate, which is of a similar size and spec. If you can see beyond the badge, the Superb is a fantastic car for the money. Buying a Skoda is a decision of the head not the heart, but that’s no bad thing these days.
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