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Skoda dimensions Yeti (dimensions, weight, interior and trunk volume) are recognized as perhaps the most successful among the indicators of the rest of the products of the Czech company. The last one was bought out in 2000 by a well-known German concern, but this only benefited it - judging by the model we are describing, which can be safely called a model of comfort.

Dimensions

The owners of this model characterize it as a compact and comfortable car. This is evidenced by the dimensions and technical Skoda specifications Yeti:

• length / width / height - 4223, 1793, 1691 mm, respectively
• weight - 1920 kg;
• tank volume - 60 l;
• exit and arrival angles - 26.7 and 19 degrees.

Similar parameters, mass are present in the main competitors of the brainchild of the Czech automotive industry, among which there are such giants as Mitsubishi, Peugeot and Citroen. However, unlike them, Skoda managed to celebrate its anniversary a long time ago by selling 100,000 crossovers. The company decided to repeat the success and in 2014 released another modification of the "snow" car, giving it impressiveness. Now Skoda Yeti began to decorate a more expressive bumper and improved fog lights.

Salon and trunk

Paradise for rationalists - this is how you can characterize the contents of this machine. The interior of the car is distinguished by an impressive size, sufficient for the people who are there to feel comfortable. The rear seats of the Skoda Yeti are equipped with a special system that allows you to transform each of them, thereby slightly changing the volume of the cabin itself.

If necessary, the loading space of the model is increased to 1760 liters. This can be achieved by folding the rear seatbacks or folding them to the front. Then we will become the owners of a very roomy trunk, so that when going to rest on the sea, you no longer need to worry about where to put the suitcases filled to the brim with things.

The trunk volume of our model is 405 liters, which in itself is quite good. The trunk opening is also quite wide, and the edge is located somewhere at a distance of 712 mm from the earth's surface. Probably, because of such successful parameters, this car was once recognized as the most convenient for traveling.

Additional comfort is created by the presence of many compartments where you can place cups, umbrellas and other necessary little things. There are compartments throughout the cabin and in the trunk space, including under the driver's seat (for a protective vest). And passengers sitting in the back can, in addition, use a dining table or build comfortable armrests from the middle back. That's it - simple and rational.

Clearance

For those who do not know, clearance (or ground clearance, as the Russians call it) is the distance from the surface to the bottom of the car. Most often, the clearance is calculated relative to the front of the car, since it turns out to be the lowest due to the engine in it. When buying a car, you must first find out its clearance: the higher this figure, the less likely it is to crash the car on some kind of curb.

In our case, the ground clearance is 180 mm. Such a clearance is quite common, and it is quite enough for trips to the most severe regions of our country without fear from Skoda owners Yeti.

However, when the car is heavily loaded, the clearance indicator decreases: its dimensions can be 157 cm. In order to avoid such a situation, it is worth resorting to tricks known to most motorists - for example, use thicker rubber or install sports shock absorbers on the suspension.

By the way, since we are talking about the lower part of the car, we need to clarify something else - we mean the size of the tires in the Skoda Yeti. It remained virtually unchanged, with the exception of one of the early models, and was indicated as 215 / 60R16,. The first digit of the code indicates the size of the tires in width (225 mm) and the second - in height (50 mm). The next letter R indicates their radial type, after which the diameter is indicated. The size of the discs for various modifications also remained constant (16 × 7.0, if expressed in the official marking language).

In conclusion, we add that Skoda Yeti was released in 2014 in two variations, which, at least a little, but differ from each other, including parameters. So it is better to clarify the details you are interested in when buying.

The characteristics of the Skoda Yeti crossover make it very attractive to potential buyers. An economical engine, a convenient gearbox, a roomy trunk, a comfortable lounge - these are just some of the advantages of the Yeti.

Skoda Yeti is based on the Volkswagen A5 modification PQ35. The compact dimensions of this car ensure its maneuverability and easy handling. Specifications five-door crossover Skoda Yeti largely depend on its modification. So, the car can be equipped with gasoline or diesel engine with a capacity of 1.2-2 liters, supplied with a 6-speed mechanical box gears or 6/7-speed DSG, while having a full or only front-wheel drive.

Main characteristics

Regardless of modification, all Skoda cars Yeti has the following permanent characteristics:

• body - station wagon,
• trunk threshold height - 712 mm,
• track front and rear wheels- 1541 mm,
• ground clearance - 180 mm,
• capacity fuel tank- 60 l,
• turning circle - 10.4 m,
• the presence of an electromechanical power steering,
• trunk volume 410 l,
• trunk capacity with retracted and lowered seat backs - 1760 l and 1580 l, respectively,
• interior height - 1080 mm front and 1027 mm rear,
• the width of the upper beam of the body is 1446 mm in front and 1437 mm in the rear.

Dimensions

External characteristics

Distinctive features of the Skoda Yeti are a massive bumper and a radiator grill surrounded by four headlights. The profile of the crossover attracts with an interesting line of a raised roof, clear contours of the rear and central pillars of the body. Skoda Yeti has an original and very friendly appearance, behind which are hidden high-quality units and components that provide this car with decent technical characteristics.

Salon features

The interior of this five-seater crossover is spacious and roomy. It can comfortably accommodate both people and bulky luggage. Thanks to the high seating position, Yeti passengers feel especially protected, and also get the opportunity for excellent visibility. Sufficient rigidity of the seats and their shape, repeating the curve of the back of a seated person, provides increased comfort during long journeys.

Thanks to the VarioFlex system, each of the three Skoda Yeti rear seats can be transformed, increasing the loading space. In general, the interior looks restrained and elegant. On top of that, the Skoda Yeti has a large panoramic sunroof, consisting of two parts and controlled electronic system.

Line of power units

Depending on the modification of the Skoda Yeti, it may have:

• 1.2TFSI- Gas engine, with a working volume of 1197 cm3 and a power of 105 liters. from. It consumes from 5.7 liters of fuel on the highway to 8 liters in urban mode per 100 km. It is used in combination with a manual 6-speed gearbox or an automatic 7 DSG. It is put on front-wheel drive versions. Skoda Yeti with such an engine develops a speed of up to 175 km / h, accelerating from the start to 100 km / h in 12 s. Weight Yeti, equipped with such an engine, is 1340 kg (equipped) and 1885 kg (full).
• 1.4 TSI - gasoline engine with a displacement of 1390 cc. cm and a capacity of 122 liters. with., having a fuel consumption of 5.89-7.58 liters per 100 kilometers. It is combined with 6 manual gearboxes or 7 DSG and is used for front-wheel drive models. Yeti with such an engine reaches a maximum speed of 186 km / h, spending 10.5 seconds to accelerate to 100 km / h. Weight Yeti equipped with this engine is 1375 kg (curb) and 1910 kg (full).
• 1.8 TSI - gasoline engine with a capacity of 1798 cc. cm and a capacity of 160 liters. s., consumes 6.9-10.5 liters of fuel per 100 km. It is used with 6 manual gearboxes or 6 DSG (for all-wheel drive Skoda Yeti). Max Speed- 200 km/h. Acceleration time to 100 km / h - 8.7 seconds. The weight of Yeti with such an engine is 1505 kg (equipped) and 2070 kg (full).
• 2.0 TDI - engine with a displacement of 1968 cc. cm and a capacity of 140 liters. from. It uses diesel as fuel, the consumption of which per 100 km is 5.3-7.1 liters. Supplied with 6 manual gearboxes or 6 DSGs (for all-wheel drive models). Provides a top speed of 190 km/h and acceleration to 100 km/h in 9.9 seconds. The Skoda Yeti with this diesel engine has a curb weight of 1530 kg and a gross weight of 2075 kg.

Yeti is a front- or all-wheel drive SUV in the compact segment and, concurrently, the first car of this format in the history of the Czech automaker Skoda, which seamlessly combines the features of crossovers and minivans…

The main target audience of the five-door is family people with one or more children, with an income above average, who in the "iron horse" appreciate, first of all, unique design, reliability, safety, comfort and functionality ...

"Yeti" is based on a "front-wheel drive" platform called Volkswagen PQ35 - this aggregate base is well known for many Skoda and Volkswagen models (however, the most "close relative" of the Czech crossover is still Tiguan first generations). The machine has a load-bearing body structure, in the power structure of which high-strength steel grades are widely used.

Security

It is worth noting that back in 2009, the car became a “round honors student” according to the results of European crash tests. Euro NCAP earning the highest possible 5 stars.

But it should be borne in mind that the test car was “European-style basic”, i.e. equipped with seven airbags and active front head restraints, while the maximum number of airbags sold in Russia is six (and in the “base” there are generally two).

The first crossover in the history of the Czech automaker "was born" in March 2009 - its international debut took place at the Geneva Motor Show ...

In September 2013, the restyled Skoda Yeti appeared to the world community in all its glory at the stands of the Frankfurt Motor Show.

As a result of the update, the SUV has seriously changed in appearance (but especially the full face, having received more discreet headlight units instead of the recognizable round optics), acquired minor metamorphoses in the cabin, “armed itself” with a new environmentally friendly engine and received new options.
Another important innovation is the appearance of an "all-terrain" modification called Outdoor.

The Czech SUV stopped its serial “career” at the beginning of 2018 - it was replaced by a new SUV called Karoq.

Yeti in the Russian market

Skoda Yeti, although a belated participant in the "crossover boom", but he extremely successfully "fit into the market", and even distinguished himself by a number of interesting features.

For example, it pleasantly surprises with its original, "minivan" body composition, as well as an ergonomic, practical and functional interior.

In addition, the “German ancestry” played a significant role in the success of the crossover, and in general the good reputation of the Czech automaker in the eyes of Russian consumers.

In the Russian market, Skoda Yeti had a really hard time, because it has more than enough competitors. The most obvious of them are: Subaru XV, Nissan Qashqai and Terrano, Jeep Compass, Suzuki Vitara and SX4 Mitsubishi ASX, Renault Captur And Hyundai Creta... and this list can be continued for a long time, because, despite the fact that the "Czech" acts in the compact SUV segment, in terms of dimensions it is more comparable to subcompact SUVs.

Exterior

Outside, the Yeti can hardly be called a model of beauty and harmony, and it is not particularly perceived as a full-fledged SUV - the car with its outlines is more like commercial “heels”. But originality is the main strong point of the five-door, because it is precisely this that catches the eye, without causing any rejection, and upon closer examination, it begins to amaze with its ingenuous charm.

The pre-styling crossover is impossibly easy to recognize, especially from the front - it flaunts a “four-eyed face” with round foglights that mate directly with the head optics.

After the update, the Skoda Yeti lost this “zest” of its own, putting on discreet lighting equipment and fog lights on the front end, located in their traditional places - on the sides of the lower part of the bumper.

In addition, the upgraded car gives out more angular bumpers, taillights with C-shaped brake lights and LED sections, as well as a trapezoidal license plate niche (instead of the previous rectangular one).

On top of that, the restyled SUV can be found in two versions - City and Outdoor.

The "urban" modification is distinguished by body-colored bumpers and moldings, and its own line alloy wheels, and the “country” one has an off-road decor in the form of unpainted plastic “armor” around the perimeter of the body and front pseudo-protection (that is, a silver lining on the bumper).

As they say, “there are no comrades for the taste and color” - someone likes the Yeti, others cause conflicting feelings, while others simply frighten with their originality.

And, it would seem - what significant drawbacks can such a “sharpened for practicality” car have? However, they are, and very significant:

• Low quality iron and painting. The paint quickly swells at the chipped areas - this phenomenon is most often observed in the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe rear wheel arches and on all four doors. It is for this reason that it is recommended to wash the car as often as possible, but especially in the winter after driving on streets treated with reagents.

  In addition, after a few years of operation, the logos on the hood and tailgate begin to peel off the crossover, and the chrome also darkens.

• Far from ideal aerodynamics, which makes this SUV a terrible "dirty": in bad weather, they are quickly splashed with mud side windows in the area of ​​​​mirrors (significantly limiting the view), as well as the tailgate, rear glass and bumper.
• "Delicate" windshield and headlights. The windshield is quickly rubbed and scratched, and chips on it appear very willingly, while the headlights become cloudy.

Weight and dimensions

The manufacturer Skoda Yeti is positioned as a compact SUV (although in terms of dimensions it is even inferior to many models of the subcompact category): its length fits into 4222 mm (of which the wheelbase “extends” to 2578 mm), the width is 1793 mm, and the height does not exceed 1691 mm.

The ground clearance of the all-terrain vehicle is 180 mm, while the size of the front and rear track fits into 1541 mm and 1537 mm, respectively.

With regard to equipped and gross weight, then these indicators of the machine depend on the modification:

Interior

Thoughtful minimalism reigns inside the Skoda Yeti - the interior of the car looks thoroughly verified and surprisingly "adult", but it upsets with excessive restraint and even gloominess.

True, such an unremarkable design is more than compensated by impeccable ergonomics, solid finishing materials and good quality assemblies - as they say, everything is smart and to the point, but boring.

In the driver's seat - an academic order: the "pilot" is directly in charge of an exemplary "toolkit" with two "wells" in which analog dials are placed, and a "window" of the onboard computer between them, as well as a three-spoke steering wheel.

In the initial versions, the “steering wheel” is extremely simple in appearance and lacks any additional features, but in the “advanced” trim levels it boasts multifunctionality, a more developed relief with tides in the grip area and chrome and glossy decor.

By default, the laconic center console is “adorned” with a pair of symmetrical ventilation deflectors, a two-din radio with a monochrome display and three neat “washers” air conditioner.
A bit of "elegance" in expensive options performance extols the color 7-inch touchscreen of the multimedia complex, under which there is a visual block of the two-zone "climate" and five buttons for controlling secondary functions.

In general, in the Yeti salon it is difficult to seriously find fault with anything, however, there is also the same “fly in the ointment” here:

• Mediocre visibility - wide A-pillars and a low seat make the driver actively turn his head to the sides, especially when maneuvering at intersections with pedestrian crossings.
• In general, the build quality of the car is good, but the plastic panels of the pillars and the ceiling begin to “groan” on bumps even with low runs.
• “Cold” interior (especially for versions with small engines), or to be more precise, warming up for a long time. In frost below -20 ° C at idle, it takes at least half an hour to warm up the “apartments”, while it becomes more or less warm inside only after the start of movement.
• As well as the uneven heating of the interior decoration: for example, it can be hot in the car, but the legs will freeze, if it’s comfortable for the legs, then fogging windows overcome, and if you need to provide normal warmth to the inhabitants of the second row, then the front ones will feel like in “Sahara” .

Despite the modest wheelbase, the Skoda Yeti salon pleasantly surprises with its spaciousness - even five adults can sit here without any problems. The front riders rely on ergonomically profiled seats with pronounced side support rollers, dense padding and the widest ranges of adjustments (including height).

In the "base" the car does not have any additional amenities, but in more expensive versions there is a central front armrest, as well as heating, electric drive and seat memory.

The organization of the second row of the crossover is almost exemplary among competitors (and not only). The five-door has a sofa with an optimal shape and filler, divided into three parts, as well as a solid supply of free space on all fronts without exception.
At the same time, they are not separated rear passengers and comfort elements - the “gallery” moves in the longitudinal direction in the range of 15 cm and has a backrest adjustable in tilt angle (in four fixed positions), folding tables stick out in the front seats, and there are ventilation deflectors on the floor central tunnel.

But that's not all - in the "top" trim levels, the possibility of transforming the interior allows you to make the car a four-seater by removing the central narrow part of the sofa and moving the side seats closer to each other.

If we take into account the “dry” numbers, then in terms of internal capacity, the compact SUV has the following indicators:

Luggage compartment

At first glance, it may seem that in terms of carrying capacity, the Skoda Yeti simply has nothing to brag about - the car has a rather modest volume, but has practically correct form trunk, which, in addition to everything, is flavored with mounting nets and practical hooks.

In its normal state, it is able to accommodate 322 liters of luggage (under the shelf), however, the second row moving “on the sled” allows you to increase this figure to 405 liters.

But most of all, the crossover impresses with its transformation capabilities - the “gallery” is folded in three sections in the ratio “40:20:40”, which brings the capacity of the “hold” to 1665 liters. In addition, the rear seats can be completely dismantled (both completely and in parts), as well as take out a small “spare wheel” with tools and unscrew the caches of foam hiding under the raised floor - in this case, the usable volume will be 1760 liters and you will get a smooth cargo area.

And that's not all - on some "Yeti" you can find a front seat with a folding back (optional equipment), which allows you to carry objects up to 2.5 meters long in the cabin.

Specifications

On the Russian market, the Czech crossover is offered with a wide range of power units:

• Petrol “turboservice” TSI (installed by default on pre-styling versions) with a working volume of 1.2 liters (1197 cm³) with direct injection, variable valve timing and a 16-valve DOHC timing belt, developing 105 Horse power at 5000 rpm and 175 Nm of torque at 1500-3500 rpm.
• Gasoline 1.6-liter (1598 cm³) "aspirated" MPI (became the base after the update) with four in-line oriented cylinders, a distributed "power" system, variable valve timing technology and 16 valves, which generates 110 hp. at 5800 rpm and 155 Nm of peak thrust at 3800 rpm.
• Petrol TSI engine 1.4 liter (1395 cm³) with a cast iron block, compact turbocharger, direct fuel injection, intake phase shifters and a 16-valve timing, producing 125 hp. at 5000-6000 rpm and 200 Nm of torque at 1400-4000 rpm.
• 1.8-liter (1798 cm³) "four" TSI with turbocharging, direct fuel supply, variable valve timing and timing type DOHC with 16 valves, which produces 152 hp. at 5000 rpm and 250 Nm of torque potential at 1500 rpm.
• The only diesel is a 2.0 TDI (1968 cm³) with a battery injection system, a turbocharger with a variable geometry of the working apparatus, a two-stage oil pump and a 16-valve timing belt, delivering 140 hp. at 4000 rpm and 320 Nm of torque at 1750 rpm.

Skoda Yeti has a range of gearboxes no less diverse:

• A 5-speed “mechanics” or a 6-band hydromechanical “automatic” are combined with an atmospheric engine.
• Turbo fours with a volume of 1.2 and 1.4 liters in tandem are assigned a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 7-band DSG robot with dry clutches.
• The 1.8 TSI and 2.0 TDI engines are supposed to have no alternative robotic box DSG on six steps with wet discs.

On the modification of the crossover with 1.2-, 1.4- and 1.6-liter units, only a front-wheel drive transmission is installed, while only an all-wheel drive system, “built” on the basis of an electronically controlled Haldex clutch, is connected to the “older” engines (on pre-styling models - fourth generation, and on the updated - the fifth).

By the way, in the company itself four-wheel drive"Yeti" is called constant, and partly they are right - even in ideal conditions, the clutch works with a small preload (sending 10% of traction to the wheels rear axle), and if the road situation worsens, the automation can send up to 50% of the moment there.

In general, Skoda Yeti boasts fairly reliable engines that are able to travel 200-300 thousand km before overhaul.

However, none of them were without trouble:

All gasoline turbo engines are equipped with a timing chain drive - theoretically, the chain is designed for the entire life of the engine, but in practice it needs to be replaced after 100-120 thousand km. At the same time, they are characterized by such a problem as the chain jumping over the gear teeth due to stretching and the connivance of an unsuccessful tensioner, which, under the most unfavorable combination, can lead to the repair of the “heart” with bent valves.

Among other things, common misfortunes for "turbo-fours" are unpleasant vibrations on Idling, exactingness to fuel quality, increased “oil consumption” and long warm-up in very coldy.

The only “aspirated” SUV in the range does not cause much trouble, but it requires updating the timing belt at least every 100-120 thousand km. In addition, such a unit at high mileage may be characterized by high oil consumption, but, as a rule, this is solved by replacing the camshaft seals.

As for the 2.0 TDI turbodiesel, it is one of the least problematic engines under the Yeti's hood. True, the guarantee of his long and happy life is high-quality diesel fuel: in this case, expensive nozzles and high-pressure fuel pumps will last at least 100 thousand km. The timing belt is able to “pass” about the same amount, but then it’s better to replace it.

Manual transmissions installed on the crossover are reliable and unpretentious, not causing any particular complaints. As a rule, they may require some intervention only with a mileage of more than 100 thousand km - for example, replacing differential bearings, leaking oil seals and clutches. According to the regulations, the oil in the manual gearbox of the five-door is filled for the entire service life, but it is advisable to update it every 60 thousand km.

From the unpleasant - in severe frosts, "manual" transmissions have problems with the inclusion of the first two gears, which is solved by warming up for 5-10 minutes at idle.

The classic 6-speed “automatic” is also good on the Czech off-road vehicle: firstly, it works without kicks and freezes; secondly, with a timely oil change (every 60-80 thousand km), it is able to last the entire life of the car.

Robotic DSG7 with "dry" clutches is one of the weakest sides Skoda Yeti, and especially on early copies. It not only causes inconvenience with "twitchy" work, but also does not differ in an increased resource - its most problem areas are the “mechatronics” block and the clutch, which can “end” after 20-30 thousand km.

"Wet" DSG box 6 - much more reliable and, with timely maintenance (oil and filter changes every 60 thousand km), it will not cause any serious trouble to the owner.

The common misfortune of DSG “robots” is that they are not very fond of Russian frosts - for normal driving in the cold season, at least a short (5-10 minutes) warm-up of the car at idle is necessary.

Otherwise, in the “Drive” mode, unpleasant vibrations and knocking and an eyesore on the on-board computer screen can annoy.

All-wheel drive modifications of the SUV are equipped with a Haldex coupling - the main thing here is to update the oil every 60 thousand km: if this procedure is neglected, the electric booster pump may fail, the repair of which will cost a pretty penny.

In general, the Czech crossover demonstrates good off-road potential - it is able to surf paths where many of its "classmates" simply will not reach, and all thanks to the same electronically controlled clutch that skillfully distributes the moment, works with preload and works without delay.

As for the indicators of dynamics and efficiency, here the situation with the Skoda Yeti is as follows:

Chassis

As standard, the Yeti is equipped with independent suspensions:

• the front uses a MacPherson type design with lower triangular wishbones,
• rear - multi-link system with one longitudinal and three transverse levers.

"In a circle" - with coil springs and anti-roll bars.

As for the chassis, here the crossover can be recognized as a “round honors student” - it holds a straight line with reinforced concrete, even if the asphalt is damaged by the track. To many, the “hodovka” of this five-door will initially seem harsh, since it conveys the profile of the roadway to the senses in too much detail, but almost everyone eventually recognizes it as really comfortable - the suspension copes with all major potholes and does not allow buildup on the waves.

But the main advantage of the chassis is the highest endurance: it does not cause any trouble and does not need serious intervention even with high mileage. Is it only at the turn of 70-100 thousand km that the stabilizer struts will have to be replaced, and nothing more.

Steering

Regardless of the configuration, the Yeti is equipped with a rack and pinion steering with an electromechanical amplifier.

Manageability is one of the main advantages of this compact crossover: it passes corners perfectly, even despite the high silhouette, allows you to confidently maneuver in dense city traffic and easily go around obstacles that suddenly arise on the way.

In addition, the car boasts an almost perfect amplifier setting - its steering wheel is light, but informative.

Brake system

Disc brakes are used on all wheels of the car, but if on the rear axle they are conventional, then on the front they are ventilated, with a single-piston floating caliper.

The five-door and brakes do not deserve any complaints - they quite effectively cope with the tasks assigned to them.

In terms of reliability, there are no particular problems here, except that only every 30-40 thousand km it is worth changing the front brake pads, and every 80 thousand km - rear (but these are already consumables).

Prices and equipment

On the secondary market Russia, you can find a lot of supported Skoda variants Yeti with a wide spread in price, with the most common cars with a 1.2-liter engine, "robot" and front-wheel drive transmission, while diesel options, on the contrary, are extremely rare.

Crossovers of the early years of production are offered at a price of ≈400 thousand rubles, versions with a turbodiesel will cost from ≈600 thousand rubles, and all-wheel drive modifications with a 1.8-liter engine start at ≈450 thousand rubles *.

If you really want a restyled car, then you should prepare at least ≈ 500 thousand rubles for a low-power version with front-wheel drive, and for the version with a 1.8 TSI engine and an all-wheel drive system, you will have to pay from ≈ 700 thousand rubles *.

The most “fresh” off-road vehicles cannot be bought cheaper than ≈800-850 thousand rubles for simple configurations, while for “top-end” versions you will have to pay from ≈1.2 million rubles *.

As for equipment, in the "base" Skoda Yeti has:

• two front airbags;
• black roof rails;
• electromechanical power steering;
• power windows of the front doors;
• interior transformation system VarioFlex;
• air conditioner;
• 16 inch steel wheels;
• heating and electric drive of external mirrors;
• refrigerated glove box;
• audio preparation with four speakers;
• electrically heated windshield washer nozzles.

"Top" configurations are able to boast a much more "delicious" list of equipment (however, they could also be equipped with the widest number of options):

• six airbags;
• dual-zone climate control;
• 17-inch alloy wheels;
• Cruise control;
• heated front seats;
• four power windows;
• audio system with eight speakers;
• multifunction steering wheel with leather braid;
• fog lights;
• stabilization system (ESP);
• help function when starting uphill;
• LED rear lights.

* as of the beginning of 2019.

In general, Skoda Yeti is a surprisingly multifaceted car that can hardly be unequivocally called family, youth or old people. This is a comfortable and functional crossover with “nimble” engines, high-quality performance and impressive interior transformation capabilities, which allows a little more than ordinary cars and does not annoy with serious problems.

If you need a car for purely urban use or long-distance trips on the highway, then almost any version of it is suitable here, however, for off-road attacks (although it can hardly be called such), the choice is limited only to modifications with 1.8 TSI and 2.0 TDI engines, because only they have an all-wheel drive system. The same performances will be the most preferable for lovers of dynamic driving, as they have the best power indicators.

If reliability is a priority, it is best to pay attention to either machines with mechanical or automatic boxes gears, or again on solutions with 1.8- and 2.0-liter engines.

In 2009 on Russian market cars of the "crossover" class literally broke into the Czech model "Skoda Yeti". The Yeti (that is, the “snowman”) conquered, first of all, with its excellent technical characteristics and comfort, making it a tangible competitor to such models as the Nissan Qashqai, Mitsubishi ASX, Hyundai ix35 or Kia Sportage.

"Yeti" in colors and dimensions

Skoda Yeti was created on the Volkswagen A5 platform, which is quite logical: in 1990 volkswagen AG became a co-owner of the Skoda enterprise, which merged with the German concern, which had previously absorbed the German Audi and the Spanish Seat.

I must say that the idea of ​​​​creating an SUV (and in terms of driving performance the Skoda Yeti is very close to this class of cars, which will be discussed below) did not arise from scratch. Since the 30s of the last century, the automobile enterprise had experience in creating army and even tanks (there is a legend that the last of the three hundred light tanks of Czech production was shot down in 1941 near Moscow).

Of course, "Yeti" neither externally nor internally even remotely hints at the turbulent military past of the Skoda brand. The exterior of the car is moderately peaceful, but still not without a hint of its off-road purpose: dimensions"Skoda Yeti" (length 4.22, width 1.8, height 1.65 meters) and, most importantly, the clearance increased to 18 cm indicate clearly extraordinary abilities that are fully manifested in the all-wheel drive version.

The body colors of the Skoda Yeti also offer a choice between an aggressive SUV and a peaceful SUV. There are exactly a dozen of them - from neutral white and silver to brutal black and green.

Body palette "Skoda Yeti":

• the black
• Red
• burgundy
• Brown
• green
• blue
• blue
• Gray
• beige
• silver
• White.

Trunk space and interior comfort

Matched external dimensions car and interior, the height of which is from 1.08 m in front to 1.03 m in the rear. The luggage compartment is very voluminous even with the rear seats unfolded - 410 liters, and in their folded position - up to 1760 liters.

I must say that the designers treated the rear row of seats of the five-seater station wagon with special love, making it transformable. The so-called VarioFlex system, where a row consists of three separate seats, allows, in the absence of a central one, to shift the outer seats to each other by 8 cm each. The panoramic roof, which is also equipped with a sunroof and an electric curtain, allows passengers to do some distracting and entertaining business during the trip, for example, counting crows.

In general, the interior, made in the original two-tone solution, is very convenient: full power accessories and such pleasant trifles how many trunks and glove compartments for small items create the maximum comfort possible in driving conditions.

The safety of the driver and passengers is given increased attention. Depending on the configuration, a pair of front ones can be supplemented with four side ones. The Yeti's crash tests have shown exceptional results in terms of vehicle reliability, earning the highest Euro NCAP rating. Passive safety includes original technology features such as bi-xenon headlights with cornering light function, as well as more than a dozen other driver assistance aids from traction control (ABS) to positive control exchange rate stability(DSR).

Moreover, even such a moment as “hindrance from behind” is taken into account, that is, during sudden braking, emergency stop signals are automatically turned on.

• Basic security systems Skoda Yeti;
• a reliable body reinforced with a technologically designed system of stiffening ribs;
• Isofix child seat attachment mechanism;
• system of blocking differentials with a heterogeneous coating of the web (EDL);
• up to nine airbags (option)

Specifications Skoda Yeti

From the point of view of the power content of the car, there are four engine options for the Yeti on the market today, duplicating the Volkswagen ones: 1.2, 1.4 and 1.8 liter gasoline and a two-liter diesel engine. All of them are turbocharged, ranging from 105 to 152 hp. from. Moreover, the record does not belong to a diesel unit that develops maximum torque at 1800-2500 rpm, but to an internal combustion engine of 1.8 liters, the maximum return falls on the mode from 1500 to 4500 rpm. True, the fuel consumption of this Skoda models Yeti is significantly larger: on the highway - 7-8 l / 100 km, in the city - 11-12 liters (subject to a non-aggressive driving style). For comparison: the weakest 1.2-liter engine consumes almost the same amount of gasoline as a two-liter diesel diesel - 6-7 liters per 100 km.

Modifications of WV engines on the Skoda Yeti, coupled with a transmission

• 1.2TSI MT
• 1.2TSI DSG
• 1.4TSI MT
• 1.4TSI DSG
• 1.6MPI MT
• 1.6 MPI AT
• -1.8 TSI DSG 4×4
• 2.0 TDI DSG 4×4

Of course, this indicator depends not only on the workload of the car, the driving style of the driver and the number of traffic jams on the way, but also on the type of gearbox. There are two types of them in the Skoda Yeti: manual transmission (5- or 6-speed) and robotic (7 gears). The latter is similar in principle to conventional “mechanics”, only the clutch moment is provided not by pressing the pedal, but by an automatic hydraulic or servo drive with a signal from an electronic processor. He is entrusted with the moment of changing pairs of clutch gears for changing gear ratio from high to low and vice versa.

The undoubted plus of the “robot” box in the main component of the unit is that it is mechanical. The rest is electronics, which provides optimal modes when the clutch is actuated, especially if it is double, stimulating a smooth transition to the next gear. True, the electronic “brains” of the gearbox fail more often than the nerve endings of a living person, which allow you to turn on the clutch with your left foot at the right time. But rarely enough to last 100-200 thousand kilometers, following the recommendations for car maintenance. But for women and lazy men it is quite convenient.

But for active drivers, fans (including winter ones), “mechanics” are more suitable. The manual transmission on the Yeti is soft, as they say, obedient. In off-road conditions, this is the most suitable option, ensuring that prolonged driving in snow, mud at high loads will not create problems with gear changes.

"Yeti" all-wheel drive

Well, if you are seriously talking about the transmission, it would be a crime not to talk about the drive systems for transmitting torque to the drive wheels.

As already mentioned, the Yeti is available with two transmission options: front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. With a lonely leading front end, everything is clear: a purely “SUV” for urban operating conditions with a claim to permissiveness. By the way, not only crossovers of the SUV class (according to the European classification, which include the Skoda Yeti), but also more brutal cars that are a priori sharpened off-road, for example, the legendary American Jeep Cherokee, sin with such a layout.

But with all-wheel drive, the Yeti is much more interesting. It is necessary to make a reservation right away: Yeti will crawl almost everywhere - in mud, and in slurry, and in snowdrifts, but not in a deep rut that will land the body on bridges, and your "snowman" will helplessly flounder with its paws into the void, without catching the wheels hard ground.

"He's all-wheel drive, he must get out!" - the owners of the Yeti are indignant. As one good trophy raider said, "remember, son, four-wheel drive does not owe anyone anything." Even a lifted Land rover Defender is powerless in a deep rut. Like our UAZs and GAZs, they are recognized leaders in overcoming forests, swamps, sands and other Russian evil spirits.

But on even (with respect to the 18-centimeter clearance, of course) snow, in the mud, the Yeti swamp has something to surprise the owner. The rear pair is connected here not forcibly, but with the help of a Haldex clutch, the control of which depends on the readings of the sensors of the engine control unit, the ABS system and other components that control the parameters of the engine and chassis. At low speeds (up to 30 km/h), an off-road auxiliary complex functions separately, which controls the transmission when starting off on ice, mud and other slippery surfaces. The reverse function - holding the car - off-road provides for extreme descents.

The anti-slip mechanism (ABS) is also original: in extreme mode, it temporarily blocks the rotation of the wheels in such a way that a “snowdrift” of soil forms in front of the tread, due to which further advancement of the car is ensured. For the honorary title of "Absolute SUV" "Yeti" lacks a full center axle (although there are no axles here - independent suspension) and wheel lock. Although, on the other hand, they are, why if electronics rules?

Restyling Skoda Yeti

Of course, not all the features and options of the Skoda Yeti listed above are present in the base model. For seven years, the car was supplemented with new options, mostly not significant, but also other organs of perception. Today, there are three configurations - Active, Ambition and Elegance, which differ mainly in the interior of the cabin. And let the buyer not be confused by other names assigned to this noble car, such as: - Yeti Outdoor - Yeti Monte-Carlo - New Superb - New Superb Combi - Hockey Edition - Kodiaq.

The difference is in the country of implementation, but inside and out it is still the same kind, reliable Skoda Yeti sample 2009. Except modernized.

In 2013, there was a redesign, called the buzzword "restyling", but in fact little has changed in the car. Light was added to the headlights, the full-face decorative grille was slightly changed ... The already mentioned panoramic roof with a selfie hatch, as well as a rear-view camera for comfortable parking, appeared.

By the way, in the latest configuration of the Yeti there is an auto-parking system, when it is better not to touch the steering wheel: the controller will park the car itself, provided that the driver does not press the accelerator pedal.

Still, the Yeti was not designed for parking. His element is an active drive that does not go beyond the limits of a well-thought-out country trip. Even in summer, even in winter - in solving such a problem, he certainly will not let you down.

The updated Skoda Yeti, like its predecessor, is built on the Volkswagen PQ35 platform. The novelty differs from its predecessor by a radiator grill, modified lighting, a new front and rear bumper, as well as a new door. luggage compartment. The dimensions of the compact SUV remained the same: length - 4222 mm, width - 1793 mm, height - 1691 mm. The wheelbase is 2,578 mm. Clearance - 180 mm. The volume of the luggage compartment varies from 322 to 1,760 liters.

The chassis of the updated Skoda Yeti: front suspension - McPherson struts with lower triangular wishbones and a stabilizer; rear suspension- multi-link with one longitudinal and three transverse levers and a stabilizer. The vehicle is equipped with a hydraulic braking system from vacuum booster. The front brakes are ventilated discs. Rear brakes - disc. Steering- rack and pinion with an electromechanical amplifier. Drive - front or full AWD, based on the fifth generation Haldex clutch.

restyled crossover Skoda Yeti is offered in two versions: Yeti City - for the city and Yeti Outdoor - for off-road. The car in the City version received body-colored bumpers and side protective moldings. Yeti Outdoor features an off-road body kit in the form of unpainted plastic sills and bumpers, as well as a silver trim on the front and rear bumper. Salon Skoda Yeti was created in the best traditions of the Volkswagen concern - everything is strict and concise.

One of the features of the restyled Skoda Yeti is the presence of an electronic parking assistant, to which a rear-view camera is offered as an option. The system automatically activates when turned on reverse gear and displays the image on the screen of the infotainment system. Optionally, an automatic assistant for parallel and perpendicular parking is available for the car: the electronics independently determines the starting point of the maneuver and the optimal trajectory, and in the event of a danger of a collision or exceeding the speed of 7 km / h, it initiates emergency braking.

Depending on the market, the updated Skoda Yeti is offered with an expanded range of petrol and diesel powertrains. These are: 1.2 TSI (105 hp, 175 Nm); 1.4 TSI (125 hp, 200 Nm); 1.6 MPI (110 hp, 155 Nm); 1.8 TSI (152 hp, 250 Nm); 1.4 TDI (140 hp, 320 Nm); 1.6 TDI (150 hp, 250 Nm); 2.0 TDI (110 hp, 280 Nm); 2.0 TDI (170 hp, 350 Nm). In Russia, the Skoda Yeti crossover is available with three powertrains:

Petrol with distributed fuel injection 1.6 MPI (110 hp, 155 Nm). The declared fuel consumption in the combined cycle is 6.9-7.1 liters per 100 kilometers. Acceleration time from zero to 100 km / h - from 11.8 to 13.3 seconds (depending on the transmission). The maximum speed is from 172 to 175 km/h.
. turbocharged petrol 1.4 TSI (125 hp, 200 Nm). In the combined cycle, the engine consumes 5.8 liters of fuel for every hundred of the way. From zero to the first hundred, the car "shoots" in 9.9 (10.1) seconds. Maximum speed - 187 (186) km / h.
. turbocharged petrol 1.8 TSI (152 hp, 250 Nm). Fuel consumption in the combined cycle - 8 l / 100 km. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h - 9 seconds. The maximum speed is 192 km/h.

Paired with power units, a 5- and 6-speed “mechanics”, a 6-speed “automatic” or a 6- and 7-speed DSG robotic transmission can work.

The updated Skoda Yeti is equipped with various safety and driver assistance systems, including the Isofix child seat attachment system, 9 airbags, 3-point seat belts, height-adjustable headrests, ESC and ABS. As an option, you can order an engine torque control system (MSR), traction control system(ASR), electronic differential lock (EDS), tire pressure sensors, hill-climb assist, and corner-to-corner fog lights.

In Russia, the restyled Skoda Yeti crossover is offered in three trim levels: Active, Ambition and Style. In the basic version, the car is equipped with air conditioning, ABS and ESP systems, frontal airbags, radio preparation with 8 speakers, steel 16-inch rims and central locking remote control. The list of equipment can be optionally expanded by ordering cruise control, Climatronic dual-zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof, an electric driver's seat, a rear-view camera and an automatic parking system.

Skoda Yeti - a car with a peculiar exterior and enough spacious interior. Skoda Yeti is equipped with economical powertrains. It has good handling and maneuverability, a balanced chassis and engine protection from mechanical damage: engine compartment securely protected by an aluminum shield. Of the minuses: the car has a small trunk, especially if there are five passengers in the car and everyone has their own luggage, a harsh suspension and problems with warming up in the winter season.