I've wondered about this as well. Why not just getting the Octavia instead. Here in The Netherlands all but the entry level Scala cost about the same as a decently specced Octavia. And underneath the Scala is basically a big Polo (same platform and engine choices).
More good stuff, thanks guys. The Scala is a bit of an enigma though: too expensive compared to larger, more sophisticated Octavia, but sized to compete bang in the middle of the C-segment hatch market. I think that recently, Skoda has struggled to position its cars clearly and consistently. The Rapid was a no-nonsense, relatively unsophisticated hatch that sold on value, reliability and low running costs. It (and the Seat Toledo) forms the majority of our local mini-cab company's fleet. So far, so Skoda, but my brother-in-law's Kodiaq, which replaced an equally good Superb Estate, is firmly in VW (even Audi) territory as far as equipment and dynamic qualities go. All it lacks are some of the more "premium" interior finishes, but so what? Perhaps it's difficult to decontent and simplify the shared underlying architecture sufficiently with the larger models?
look like, they mix a vw car/crossover with a similar seat car/crossover, and build it form less money and 20% more room in it for the size. make sense to a lot of people as family carrier. Babies and small kids destroy seats and interiors, so better spend less money on it.
hmmm. I wonder if there should be vote on the best review to date? FYI, I was heavily influenced by one of Mark's positive reviews - I went out and bought one..... I think the best intro (for me) was for the Volvo V60. He said (something like) " This thing should be a total disaster on paper". After that, it's a must watch! Keep 'em coming.:) Thank you for the info and entertainment.
Why not buy an octavia instead? Because the ocativa is a step up Think..... Superb = 5 series Octavia = 3 series Scala = 1 series That's why......STOP COMPARING THE OCTAVIA TO THE SCALA. THE OCTAVIA IS A BIGGER CAR ALSO the ocativa is 3k more than the scala, if you pay 17k for a mid spec Scala it's 20k for a mid spec octavia, it's more money that people might not want to pay
Completely respect the new direction, the need for videos to coincide with new releases and to get more subscribers...but... it still doesn’t mean l enjoy it
Hang on, a different presenter and a change to the normal format? Where are all the dislikes? I thought that was the ‘done’ thing. 😝 This format works for me, love the normal videos though 👍
So, is Mark (you) still going to a normal honest john style review of this car, And basically tell us the same thing only be more humorous?? What u gonna do?? We now already know what we need to know about this car, which means that because you want to 'satisfy' the public earlier, and get more subs..you know, we ll have less of your much preferred humorous yet relevant reviews.. ??? And it becomes just another review channel? I m trying to figure it out.. I appreciate the effort tho, dont get me wrong.
Good question. I'm still figuring it out TBH, but more than likely I'll get cars in again and have another crack at it if I think it's merited - either because there's more to talk about, or it's an important car...whatever. In the meantime I'd like to think that these shorter reviews will develop and still be different enough to the other stuff out there to please everyone. Hats off to Dan and Andy for doing these too - they're both really good at it, and different voices are a good thing, I think. tl;dr - I'll keep trying my best to avoid this being 'just another review channel'. :-D Thanks for your thoughts mate. M.
Yeah yeah great, glad you're aware and trying your best. Thanks for replying and clarifying. Remember, you need to keep being superior to Whatcar, Autoexpress and Autotrader! Watched your latest vids btw :-). Glad and... yeah sure. Thanks a lot.
Hi mark (i think that’s your name) If you ever get invited to review the Rivian R1T can i come with you. I will make buttys and i do mint brews. I will keep my distance so i am not in the way. I just want a go of one! I will give you money so you and your family can go nando’s. See, irresistible offer eh!
Great upload and the Scala looks fab I think! Keep em coming!!
I've wondered about this as well. Why not just getting the Octavia instead. Here in The Netherlands all but the entry level Scala cost about the same as a decently specced Octavia. And underneath the Scala is basically a big Polo (same platform and engine choices).
It's shorter and thus more manoeuvrable and it's cheaper
Video starts at 2:11 👍
More good stuff, thanks guys. The Scala is a bit of an enigma though: too expensive compared to larger, more sophisticated Octavia, but sized to compete bang in the middle of the C-segment hatch market. I think that recently, Skoda has struggled to position its cars clearly and consistently. The Rapid was a no-nonsense, relatively unsophisticated hatch that sold on value, reliability and low running costs. It (and the Seat Toledo) forms the majority of our local mini-cab company's fleet. So far, so Skoda, but my brother-in-law's Kodiaq, which replaced an equally good Superb Estate, is firmly in VW (even Audi) territory as far as equipment and dynamic qualities go. All it lacks are some of the more "premium" interior finishes, but so what? Perhaps it's difficult to decontent and simplify the shared underlying architecture sufficiently with the larger models?
look like, they mix a vw car/crossover with a similar seat car/crossover, and build it form less money and 20% more room in it for the size. make sense to a lot of people as family carrier. Babies and small kids destroy seats and interiors, so better spend less money on it.
hmmm. I wonder if there should be vote on the best review to date? FYI, I was heavily influenced by one of Mark's positive reviews - I went out and bought one.....
I think the best intro (for me) was for the Volvo V60. He said (something like) " This thing should be a total disaster on paper". After that, it's a must watch!
Keep 'em coming.:)
Thank you for the info and entertainment.
Thank you. M.
I bought a Scala 150hp Dsg. Im happy
Anything you don't like about it?
Why not buy an octavia instead? Because the ocativa is a step up
Think.....
Superb = 5 series
Octavia = 3 series
Scala = 1 series
That's why......STOP COMPARING THE OCTAVIA TO THE SCALA. THE OCTAVIA IS A BIGGER CAR
ALSO the ocativa is 3k more than the scala, if you pay 17k for a mid spec Scala it's 20k for a mid spec octavia, it's more money that people might not want to pay
Isn't the starting price of the Scala very close to that of the Golf in the UK?
i really like to see you start one of your videos with 'hey guys' with same excitement lvl of those people :P
I love your review. I want you to make more reviews
Your right to keep this type of mini review as I don’t think many viewers really want to see you doing a “selfie” on a launch...
Completely respect the new direction, the need for videos to coincide with new releases and to get more subscribers...but... it still doesn’t mean l enjoy it
Nice review.
Love the reviews, I even watch the crappy cars just for the entertainment
Hang on, a different presenter and a change to the normal format? Where are all the dislikes? I thought that was the ‘done’ thing. 😝
This format works for me, love the normal videos though 👍
The Scala is just a Renault Megane Mark 3, put the side by side and they look the same
So, is Mark (you) still going to a normal honest john style review of this car, And basically tell us the same thing only be more humorous?? What u gonna do?? We now already know what we need to know about this car, which means that because you want to 'satisfy' the public earlier, and get more subs..you know, we ll have less of your much preferred humorous yet relevant reviews.. ??? And it becomes just another review channel? I m trying to figure it out.. I appreciate the effort tho, dont get me wrong.
Good question. I'm still figuring it out TBH, but more than likely I'll get cars in again and have another crack at it if I think it's merited - either because there's more to talk about, or it's an important car...whatever. In the meantime I'd like to think that these shorter reviews will develop and still be different enough to the other stuff out there to please everyone. Hats off to Dan and Andy for doing these too - they're both really good at it, and different voices are a good thing, I think.
tl;dr - I'll keep trying my best to avoid this being 'just another review channel'. :-D Thanks for your thoughts mate. M.
Yeah yeah great, glad you're aware and trying your best. Thanks for replying and clarifying. Remember, you need to keep being superior to Whatcar, Autoexpress and Autotrader! Watched your latest vids btw :-). Glad and... yeah sure. Thanks a lot.
YAY!!! normal hair,you over the mid life crisis?? :}
Who, Dan or me? :-D
Hi mark (i think that’s your name)
If you ever get invited to review the Rivian R1T can i come with you. I will make buttys and i do mint brews.
I will keep my distance so i am not in the way.
I just want a go of one!
I will give you money so you and your family can go nando’s.
See, irresistible offer eh!
^^^ comment of the week
😂
😂
I will take that as a no then 😂
GUTTED!
Make sure you review one!
I think your job is safe! 😂
Do you think the Scala is big enough for use as a taxi?