Without a week 3 years ago, I moved to this car. The age is small and, as it turned out, is not critical in terms of reliability, at least for my specimen.
In mid-April, the dealer carried out a suspension diagnosis, which revealed no problems. I was pleasantly surprised by this circumstance. The suspension has a good safety margin.
Also at the dealer I eliminated the chirping in the glove compartment from the fuel pipes (a little annoying child sore). Several weeks earlier I connected vag-com and looked for errors. Nothing! The car is in perfect order.
Strengths:
- I consider the main advantage that the Skoda Yeti did not bother me at all for these 3 years. Solid car!
Weak sides:
- 2010 and 2011 assembly of cars have a lot of "children's sores". In my case, the local dealer fought them successfully
Review Skoda Yeti 1.2 (Skoda Yeti) 2011 Part 4
A whole year has passed since the last review. The mileage has already exceeded 45,000 km. Despite the reviews of all spiteful critics about the VAG products, the car did not bother with problems, although it did not work out to avoid "children's" sores either. Perhaps I'll start with them.
The main problem is paint swelling of the doors below the molding. The first time I applied to the driver's side. The dealer did the job without any problems, but the protective film was badly applied. On re-appeal, they said that this was a problem area, but they re-glued it again at their own expense. In mid-April 2013, after washing, he gasped. The doors that were painted looked deplorable. I also found bubbles on the passenger side, but their appearance was in perfect order. Why did you paint? Went back to the dealer with my problem. Everything was filmed, everything was agreed. In addition, it was reported that the action will replace the door seals that rubbed the paint on the racks. A couple of weeks later I went to ride a replacement Fabia for a week. We did everything well. This time there were no problems with the protective film.
The second sore is the timing chain. In the spring, a loud roar appeared several times when starting the engine. A couple of weeks before the end of the warranty, I came to the dealer with a problem. He spoke about suspicions. They said they would. Call in a week - come tomorrow. Without inspection, they took a car and carried out work to replace the timing chain with a modernized one. When he picked up the car, the manager said that the work was being done at the first request of the client, there was no general promotion.
Strengths:
- Still a crossover, albeit a front-wheel drive
- Nimble 1.2 TSI engine
- Good driving characteristics
- Compact city car
Weak sides:
- Many children's ailments
Review Skoda Yeti 1.8 (Skoda Yeti) 2012
I drove myself on a diesel Pajero.
2005 mileage 180 thousand. I was not happy. I went for 6 years. But I started to get tired. Large, vibrates. I'm getting old. Hard. Yes, and I straightened it from all sides. And I don't want to do repairs. I wanted something small, light and gasoline. Well, I took a yeti. The test drive seemed to take an hour.
I also drove this car for a long time. 1.8 4v4. 43 thousand km of run. At first, everything seemed to be like I wanted. The design, interior, handling, ergonomics are just wonderful. Holds the road perfectly. Lightweight, throttle response. Short-turn around without problems BUT! The suspension is stiff and feels flimsy; any crack sticks into the rear seat and radiates all over the body. No strength buzzing. (Rubber-studded Pirelli). I made double vibration noise isolation (40 thousand rubles). Somewhat better, but not much. The tone of the buzzing just changed. Has become lower. On an ideal road, everything seems to be fine, but the hum still gets out. And you leave the city and that's all ... a tarataik.
Strengths:
- Controllability
- Pickup
- Ergonomics
- Excellent road holding
- Good interior assembly
Weak sides:
- Tough. Feels like a flimsy suspension
- Poor vibration and noise isolation
- Warms up for a long time
Review Skoda Yeti 1.2 (Skoda Yeti) 2012
Hello everyone, I finally got to the computer and decided to write my own review about my typewriter.
I'll start with how I decided to purchase this beast. I have little driving experience, this is my second car in my life, and I consider it necessary to say a few words about my first miracle, it was a 2006 Chevrolet Lanos. I chose and bought it myself, and at that time I knew absolutely nothing about the cars, as a result I bought a broken copy in a terrible technical condition, I owned it for three years, during this time I drove 8,000 km and invested 200,000 rubles in it , after all the torment, the car was sold and a vow was given to myself never to mess with used cars again.
And now I am looking for a new horse, I did not make any special requirements, but there were a number of parameters when choosing: high ground clearance and a price of no more than 1,000,000 rubles and the absence of a clutch pedal. Quite a few cars fell into this category, but the main options were a time-tested cat, an attractive Hover 5 diesel with a gun, and a Yeti with a robot. Frankly, my wife and I wanted to buy a hover until the very last moment, there were only two doubts - that the main drive is rear-wheel drive and this is China. Although a test drive and a simple inspection of the car gave her 100 points, it was in Moscow, upon arrival from vacation in Murmansk, it turned out that while the hover was driving, it went up by 50,000 rubles and its price with all the necessary preparations for the car became 970,000 rubles. In this regard, straight from the salon of the great wall, I went to the salon of the Skoda, and four months later, by the end of November 2012, I took my white snowman 1.2 TSI DSG from the salon of the ambishin with dopas.
Strengths:
- Small outside spacious inside
- Frisky motor
- Great robot
- Salon transformation system
- High-quality materials, finishing and assembly of cars
Weak sides:
“Yesterday we were very big at five. And today three, but small. " Now, imagine the feelings of the hero of the famous miniature by Mikhail Zhvanetsky about crayfish, if “big” and “small” cost the same. Our case! The new Nissan Qashqai and the updated Kia Sportage are more compact than the MazdaCX-5 and Toyota RAV4 - the difference in length is from 10 to 19 cm. And the "small" Skoda Yeti is even shorter than the largest ones by four decimeters. But starting prices for all-wheel-drive versions of all five petrol-powered crossovers are around 150bhp. are almost the same. Unless those that are smaller will be equipped with richer ones. However, the key question is the same as in the case of cancers. Which is better: those that are today, or those that are yesterday?
The bigger the car, the more spacious? Yes, but ... On the one hand, Toyota is beyond competition in this quintet: you sit in the back like in business class. You can also take a nap, throwing the back of the sofa back like an airplane, you can throw one leg over the other. The rest of the four are closer. But thanks to the vertical seating position, the most compact Skoda is no worse for passengers than Mazda, Nissan and Kia - a person with a height of 176 cm behind the same driver has more than ten centimeters in front of his knees in front of his knees!
And if it is comfortable to sit in the CX-5 and Yeti, then Qashqai and Sportage have agreed - they offer a low landing by a grasshopper, with raised knees.
The new Qashqai is like a diet hamburger: it looks delicious but tastes fresh
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And the trunks? We measured their volumes using "calibrated" balls, and ... Here there is a direct connection with the body length: Skoda holds only 343 "ball" liters and can be compared with Nissan (404 liters) and Kia (413 liters), only if move forward or completely dismantle the three rear separate seats. By the way, only the Yeti has this option, as well as the optional folding front seat.
"Fat!" - the highest praise for Qashqai from aggressively progressive youth. A whimsical composition of pliable plastic, glossy decor and "fittings" of the new Teana looks rich
But even having infringed on the freedom of passengers to the limit and having received the cherished 447 liters under the curtain, you still cannot load as much belongings into the Skoda as Mazda (540 liters) or Toyota (537 liters) allow. Moreover, the RAV4 has an optional electric fifth door, and the loading height is significantly lower. Since the spring of this year, Russian "rafiks" have been equipped with a stowaway: the boot floor has dropped, there is no longer a hump of a full-size spare wheel.
Today, the degree of competition in the compact crossover class is greater than ever before. The Russian car market is a very unstable phenomenon; only two classes can boast of peak sales: sedans and crossovers. This article is about crossovers and we will have to compare the four most compact crossover models.
For an objective definition, it is necessary to compare the two most attractive car models. Each car, regardless of its class, has a number of characteristic distinctive features: price, design style, technical equipment, general direction of design thought.
In the Russian automotive market, the most attractive compact model is the Suzuki SX4, if the car is considered from the point of view of its market value. Is this the only advantage of a popular car? Of course not.
The compact crossover Kia Sportage in its class is one of the most popular models in the automotive market in Russia and Europe in terms of the number of sales. After all, there are no accidents in the world of technology. Korean compact crossovers are really made at a decent level and the statistics confirm this.
The compact crossover Subaru XV currently occupies a certain promising position, when it will use it and whether it will use it remains unknown. is one of the basic advantages of the Subaru XV in its class.
Skoda Yeti is the only real competitor from the European car industry in the compact crossover class. The design of the Czech car in combination with the classic German filling are very powerful arguments in the automotive market. This is all impeccably excellent, however, the question immediately arises: "Does the compact Skoda crossover match its value?" The purpose of the test of all four cars is to determine which of the compact crossovers deserves it in Russia.
An absolute leader at first glance
At first glance, the compact Subaru XV crossover is absolute. If you believe the factory documentation, the vehicle's ground clearance is 220 mm, which in turn makes it a little oversized. In terms of compactness, the Subaru XV is the most unique option. The function of the belt in the car was taken over by the variator together with the chain. Taken together, they are highly resistant to maximum permissible loads.
Test drive Subaru XV:
Large dimensions are about Kia Sportage
The compact crossover Kia Sportage ranks second in terms of the number of vehicles sold in its functional segment. Most consumers opt for the Kia Sportage due to its crossover focus. quite adequate when compared with the quality and functionality provided. The compact crossover Kia Sportage itself is extremely spacious, so every passenger and, of course, the driver himself will feel comfortable in its cabin, moreover, regardless of their physical parameters. Factory setting of the chassis, to put it mildly, hardly deserves a four. All irregularities encountered on the track are reflected in the corresponding fluctuation of the car's interior, this is the specificity of the suspension functioning.
In principle, the overall level of isolation in comparison with the presented analogs is at a good level, however, this is still not enough. Although the car's engine nominally has a power of as much as 170 horsepower, unfortunately, the automatic transmission levels out the factory power of the car too much. The Sportage is equipped with an automatic parking function and a rear-view camera. If you buy a Kia Sportage, then only in budget trim levels, since in expensive versions the car loses its profitability.
Test drive a car Kia Sportage:
Skoda Yeti - a versatile range of possibilities
The quality of the compact crossover Skoda Yeti is tangible in every element of the car. This car has one of the best ergonomics in its class. Inside the cabin, both passengers and the driver will feel comfortable. The suspension perfectly levels all the irregularities that occur during the movement of the car. Thanks to this, in fact, does not hesitate at all. The chassis is almost perfect from the factory.
In terms of handling, the compact crossover Skoda Yeti can serve as a model for which other automakers should also strive. True, there are several disadvantages, namely: the small-sized trunk compartment, and the steering almost completely covers the front of the dashboard. However, the engine itself works great in practice, it feels like it has the features of a true crossover.
Test drive of the Skoda Yeti car:
Conclusion
The bottom line is as follows. The experts were impressed by all the power of the Skoda Yeti, although its way up was blocked by the high price and the dimensions of the cabin that were undignified for our person. Kia Sport, on the other hand, looks more solid in terms of spaciousness, and you can buy it. The disadvantages of this crossover during the test were, unfortunately, the suspension, which pays less attention to road affairs and the engine, which in our opinion is slow and consumable. If not for this, then maybe the first place.
As for the Subaru XV, it was unexpectedly pleased with its price, easy fit, roomy interior and absolute off-road. On the other hand, nothing else impressed me.
Suzuki SX4 is worthy of attention if you evaluate the car in. In addition, Suzuki turned out to be quite roomy and versatile, although with a 2-liter power unit, and not the engine with which the test version was equipped, it would have been much more successful.
| Car model: | maximum score | Skoda | Kia | Subaru | Suzuki |
| BODY | |||||
| Front seat: | 20 | 16 | 19 | 15 | 15 |
| Back seat: | 20 | 16 | 18 | 17 | 14 |
| Sense of space: | 10 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 6 |
| Trunk capacity: | 20 | 13 | 16 | 10 | 12 |
| Transformability: | 10 | 10 | 6 | 6 | 7 |
| Visibility: | 20 | 17 | 14 | 16 | 14 |
| Build quality: | 20 | 16 | 16 | 13 | 13 |
| External dimensions: | 10 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 4 |
| Clearance and overhangs: | 10 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 4 |
| Result: | 140 | 109 | 111 | 99 | 93 |
| ENGINE / TRANSMISSION | |||||
| Acceleration: | 15 | 15 | 12 | 11 | 9 |
| Elasticity: | 20 | 18 | 14 | 14 | 12 |
| Motor responsiveness: | 15 | 13 | 7 | 10 | 7 |
| Transmission: | 20 | 17 | 13 | 14 | 10 |
| Test flow: | 30 | 25 | 17 | 19 | 21 |
| Power reserve: | 10 | 8 | 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Result: | 110 | 96 | 68 | 74 | 64 |
| COMFORT | |||||
| Ease of landing salon: | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Landing while driving: | 15 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 12 |
| Front seats: | 20 | 17 | 12 | 15 | 13 |
| Rear seats: | 10 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 7 |
| Ergonomics: | 10 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 7 |
| Riding comfort: | 25 | 23 | 21 | 18 | 16 |
| Noise isolation: | 15 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Storage niches: | 10 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 8 |
| Comfort equipment: | 15 | 5 | 8 | 9 | 7 |
| Native multimedia: | 10 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 10 |
| Auxiliary systems: | 5 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 4 |
| Conditioning: | 10 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 8 |
| Result: | 150 | 116 | 106 | 110 | 104 |
| DYNAMICS | |||||
| Driving performance: | 20 | 18 | 16 | 16 | 14 |
| Effectiveness of security systems: | 15 | 14 | 13 | 14 | |
| Maneuverability: | 20 | 18 | 14 | 16 | 13 |
| Controllability: | 20 | 18 | 16 | 17 | 15 |
| Roll in corners: | 10 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 6 |
| Braking dynamics: | 15 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 11 |
| Result: | 100 | 88 | 77 | 82 | 72 |
| PASSAGE | |||||
| Drive efficiency: | 20 | 15 | 13 | 14 | 8 |
| Electronics efficiency: | 20 | 15 | 12 | 14 | 10 |
| Geometric passability | 10 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 4 |
| Result: | 50 | 35 | 31 | 37 | 22 |
| GENERAL ASSESSMENT: | 550 | 444 | 394 | 402 | 355 |
Manufacturers offer car enthusiasts a wide range. Each of them has its own significant advantages and some disadvantages. How can a buyer make a really correct choice when buying a car, and choose for himself exactly the model that will satisfy all his needs? In today's review, we will try to give an objective assessment of the Skoda Yeti, which we will compare with its direct competitor. The opponent of the "Czech" will be the one who has long occupied a leading position in the domestic automobile market due to its excellent exterior design and satisfactory dynamic and speed characteristics. Which car is better than Kia Sportage or Skoda Yeti? We will try to answer this question in today's review.
Kia Sportage or Skoda Yeti are compact crossovers that have long been fighting for primacy in the domestic market.
A little about exterior design
| Car model: | Skoda Yeti 1.8 TSI 4 × 4 | Kia Sportage 2.0 CRDi |
| Manufacturer country: | Czech | South Korea (assembly Slovenia) |
| Body type: | SUV | SUV |
| Number of places: | 5 | 5 |
| Number of doors: | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement, cubic meters cm: | 1798 | 1995 |
| Power, hp with. / about. min .: | 160/6200 | 136/4000 |
| Maximum speed, km / h: | 200 | 182 |
| Acceleration to 100 km / h, s: | 9 | 10.5 |
| Type of drive: | 4x4 | front |
| Checkpoint: | 6 manual transmission | 6 manual transmission |
| Fuel type: | AI-95 | DT |
| Consumption per 100 km: | city 9.8; track 6.6 | city 7 highway 5.2 |
| Length, mm: | 4422 | 4440 |
| Width, mm: | 1793 | 1855 |
| Height, mm: | 1691 | 1635 |
| Clearance, mm: | 180 | 172 |
| Tire size: | 235/55 R17 | 215/70 R16 |
| Curb weight, kg: | 1430 | 1458 |
| Full weight, kg: | 1865 | 1912 |
| Fuel tank volume: | 60 | 55 |
One of the key factors behind the popularity of the Kia SUV is its eye-catching appearance that exudes confidence and aggression. If the car is made in the corporate orange style, fans simply cannot resist delightful exclamations. The "Korean" makes a particularly strong impression. The athleticism and diversity of the exterior design deserves only positive reviews. The designers did a great job and created a truly unsurpassed sophisticated car style.
Kia Sportage is every woman's dream
In contrast to the Korean car, outwardly, the "Czech" looks more modest. Of course, but no color will put Skoda on a par with the Sportage regarding the attractiveness of the exterior design. A middle-aged man and a young girl will look the same behind the wheel of the Bigfoot, although the strict, masculine design of the exterior suggests that this car is more suitable for men. There is nothing supernatural in the appearance of a Czech car, and therefore a "Korean" has a significant advantage in terms of external design.
Skoda Yeti - a crossover with a strict character
A few words about the interior
Nothing bad can be said about the ergonomics of the Korean car. A fairly comfortable electric console did not cause any particular complaints. One notable drawback is the thick stands that limit your view. The ergonomics of Skoda are distinguished by a high level of convenience in the arrangement of elements. The driving position in a Czech car is great. It is worth noting the effective lateral support rollers, which in Kia Sportage are not very well adapted to perform their functions, and the driver's seat is slightly worse compared to the Czech car, it does not look so elastic and full. The big drawback of the Skoda Yeti is its tightness. The salon is not suitable, because only two people can fit on the back seat sofa without hindering their movements.
In Kia Sportage, on the other hand,. Passengers will enjoy long journeys. If there is a choice between Yeti or Sportage in terms of interior design, the "Korean" has the advantage. By the way, the Kia also has a larger trunk than the Skoda.
Comfort and coziness - these are the distinctive characteristics of the Kia Sportage interior
Dynamic characteristics
Test drive of the Skoda Yeti car:
- the undisputed leader in speed characteristics... A 152-horsepower 1.8-liter turbocharged engine accelerates the SUV to a hundred in just nine seconds. The accelerator pedal responds well to driver input. The Czech car perfectly fits into turns of any complexity and keeps perfectly on a straight line. Kia has lower speed and dynamic characteristics. The Korean is a little heavier than the opponent, but this is not the main reason why Sportage is inferior in speed competition. Uniformly stretched thrust along the entire length of the gears at all speeds, with a sufficiently high engine volume, without "explosive" points. This is the main reason for the "rotten" movement of the Korean car. Kia cannot boast of acceleration either, there are certain problems when overtaking. Considerably inferior in terms of dynamic characteristics. Here the Czech car took revenge after its defeat in terms of internal and external design.
Test drive a car Kia Sportage:
Summing up
It's time to take stock. After comparing two similar "" one can say that the "Korean" has an advantage over the "Czech" in terms of internal and external design, but the speed and dynamic characteristics are higher in the plain Skoda Yeti. So the choice of one of the two compact crossovers is in accordance with the needs of the buyer. If a car is bought for the beautiful half of humanity, then it, undoubtedly, must be Kia Sportage. For a more efficient ride, requiring higher dynamic and, the Skoda Yeti is better suited.
When choosing a car, it is very important to take into account all the factors that in one way or another can affect comfort, safety and functionality. To do this, it is best to conduct a comparative analysis of the two models of vehicles you like in order to understand which one is better suited to the needs of a potential buyer. If you choose what to buy a Skoda Yeti or Soul KIA, you need to consider the details that in one way or another characterize them.
If we compare KIA Soul and Skoda Yeti, then the advantage will undoubtedly prevail, according to many motorists, it is the second vehicle. This is due to the fact that the Czech-made car is rather boring. In this regard, the eye of a stranger has nothing to even catch on and nothing to consider. The only exterior element that can attract in one way or another is the presence of round fog lights. They somewhat dilute the rather typical lighting devices of the car, which a little in their appearance resemble those of the Skoda Fabia.
Owner reviews of KIA Soul are also very positive. This car has a rather large front optics. It connects the hood and bumper. Also immediately noticeable is the raised front line of the radiator grill, which the designers decided not to paint in a dark color. The rear door resembles a slot in a mailbox in its shape.
Thus, we can conclude that the Skoda Yeti is a less original car than the KIA Soul. In the second case, the developers really tried. It is worth noting that this vehicle belongs to a Korean manufacturer, but its assembly has been established in the Kaliningrad region of Russia.
The cost of the Skoda Yeti due to its characteristics and place of production is slightly higher. Not KIA Soul. Some motorists believe that this price is quite reasonable and correct.
Interior features
Comparison of cars shows not only their quality characteristics, but also comfort and functionality. Most often, the driver encounters these concepts directly inside the car, evaluating and contacting the interior elements. If we talk about KIA Soul, then its interior decoration is quite rich, and the front panel trim is quite light and pleasant. If we note the designer's miscalculations, then, probably, it is worth talking about the dark spots of the deflectors of the airflow system. They are very conspicuous even for those people who only looked into the salon out of the corner of their eye.
Kia Soul interior
The center console installed in the KIA Soul car looks a little dated. It shares similarities with the Nokia smartphones that were popular about 10 years ago. In addition, a rigid and rather unpleasant plastic for tactile sensations is based in its design. Despite this, the ergonomics of the button placement is maintained at a high level. They are well placed and have corresponding rather large signatures.
If we talk about the devices that the KIA Soul salon is equipped with, then they are quite well placed. Thanks to the available visors, they do not create unpleasant reflections while driving. The seats are upholstered in leather and have many different fixation modes, which allows both a large man and a fragile girl to feel comfortable while driving. The rear seating is also quite spacious. This scale is not expected from a hatchback of a similar size. Because of this, the trunk of the car is not very large.
Skoda Yeti interior
If we compare the salon of KIA Soul and Skoda Yeti, many car owners think that it is the first vehicle that is the best. Despite this, some motorists also appreciate the Czech car quite well. In general, we can say that the Skoda Yeti is distinguished by a certain simplicity and even primitivism. The developers decided to install a traditional center console, which has nothing remarkable. The interior uses only gray and black plastic. The steering wheel is a four-spoke, with fairly large clearances near the hub. Despite this, the driver feels pretty confident behind the wheel. Such a decision by designers does not indicate poverty, but expresses laconicism.
The controls in the Skoda Yeti are located in accordance with ergonomic rules - they are conveniently and logically located. Despite the fact that aesthetically, the plastic does not look very good, its processing and workmanship make up for this shortcoming.
The devices in the Skoda Yeti are distinguished by the ability to easily read information. This is ensured by the fact that the principle of radial digitization is used. This method implies the arrangement of numbers in an inclined form, depending on the location of certain marks on the dial. The readings of the dashboard computer are easier to view in the Skoda Yeti than in the KIA Soul.
The front seats in a Czech-made car are very comfortable. The range of their adjustments is also large, so that any driver can feel as comfortable as possible in the car. Due to the fact that the manufacturer decided to make the trunk rather large, the rear seats do not differ in any convenience. They are very close to the middle of the vehicle.
Luggage compartment
For many car owners, their main and very important part is the trunk. That is why it is worth comparing how it differs between Skoda Yeti and KIA Soul. The first vehicle in this regard can get the highest mark. The luggage compartment is a whopping 410 liters. It should be noted that the manufacturer has left the possibility of sliding the rear seat, which can add an additional hundred liters to the trunk. If the rear seats in the car are completely folded down, you can get a full cargo compartment in which quite a lot of things can fit. Its volume will exceed 1500 liters. In addition, dismantling in Skoda Yeti is much faster and easier than in KIA Soul. It is also worth mentioning that in a Czech car, each of the three parts moves separately from the others.
KIA Soul, like many Asian cars, is quite compact. It has a narrow and not very comfortable rear door, which does not allow large items to be placed in the cabin. The maximum capacity of the luggage compartment is only 222 liters. The rear seats can be folded down, but not dismantled. Therefore, in any case, they will by themselves occupy a certain amount of internal space. If this is done, then the compartment is still two times smaller than in the Skoda Yeti - about 700 liters. In addition, in this regard, it is also worth noting the convenience of removing the spare wheel. At KIA Soul, it is necessary not only to raise the floor, but also to remove the toolbox. Only then can a replacement wheel be pulled out of a very deep niche.
Machine technical details
In order to assess which is more reliable to buy - KIA Soul or Skoda Yeti, it is also worth comparing their design features and details.
KIA Soul refers to cars with a hatchback body type, while Skoda Yeti is a crossover. Each car has five seats. They also have the same type of drive - front.
There are various vehicle configurations. That is, the buyer can choose the one that suits him the most. It is best to compare the maximum indicators. The volume of the KIA Soul engine is 1591 cubic centimeters, and the Skoda Yeti is 1197 cubic centimeters. At the same time, the first power unit is capable of developing a power of 130 horsepower at a rpm of 6300 units per minute, while the second - only 105 "horses" at 5000 rpm.
The average acceleration to 100 kilometers per hour for KIA Soul and Skoda Yeti is also different - it is 10.8 and 12 seconds, respectively. Both cars run only on A-95 gasoline fuel. They spend it in about the same amount. The Skoda Yeti's fuel consumption in urban conditions is about 8.2 liters per 100 kilometers, and outside the city - about 6 liters per 100 kilometers. KIA Soul, according to the manufacturer, spends 8 liters in the city, followed by 5.8 liters per 100 kilometers. At the same time, the tank, despite the consumption, has different capacity for vehicles. The Skoda Yeti has a volume of 60 liters. At KIA Soul, in turn, gasoline will fit in only 48 liters.
The dimensions of the cars are almost identical, with the exception of the ground clearance. The length of the KIA Soul is 4120 millimeters, while the Skoda Yeti is 4223 millimeters. The width is about the same - 1785 and 1793 millimeters, respectively. The height varies slightly, as the Skoda is 81 millimeters taller. At the same time, her clearance is also greater - 180 millimeters in comparison with 164 millimeters of the KIA. That is, the operation of Skoda in many cases will be more profitable and convenient for the driver.
The car's suspension also plays an important role. In this regard, as shown by tests, the Czech manufacturer also wins. As for the gearbox, it has a robotic seven-speed. Korean developers decided to equip their vehicle with a six-speed automatic transmission.
Specifications are important details that can give a potential buyer an idea of the vehicle. It is best to pay attention to them first of all, so that later you do not need to frequently repair the purchased car. After that, it is worth evaluating also the reliability of the body. First of all, this applies to those cases when the vehicle will be operated in difficult road conditions.
Conclusion
When choosing which car to buy - KIA Soul or Skoda Yeti, it is necessary to conduct a comparative analysis between them. It helps to identify all the most important distinguishing features of each vehicle. This is important in view of the fact that this choice depends on how the car will meet the parameters declared by the manufacturer, as well as the wishes and needs of the buyer. Be sure to conduct a test drive before purchasing, which can make it clear much more than just watching a car.
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