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The Scala isn't the most exciting proposition, but it's certainly a really solid car, with a lot going for it.
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The overall exterior shape is reminiscent of the Audi A3 Sportback, and the well-placed styling creases in the bodywork give it a degree of dynamism.
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There are no issues with the way the Scala drives, but there’s little in the way of the involvement. The ride soaks up most of the bumps, humps and broken surfaces UK roads can throw at it.
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Inside, there is a solid fit and finish, quality materials and a well-laid-out dashboard. There’s lots of equipment as standard, with a range of entertainment screens, depending on which of the three trim levels you opt for.
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Škoda is a past master at packaging (maximising the space in a car), so it’s no surprise that when you sit in the rear of the Scala, there’s buckets of legroom and decent headroom for adults.
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Most of the cars in the class have a boot that's around 380-litres large. The Skoda's is 467 litres.