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Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI 190 hp
Superb is Skoda's top bet. Launched for the first time in 2001, since 2015 it is in its third generation. A model that always delivers pleasure, whether we are drivers or passengers, according to the level in which it stands. For all those who are looking for something more, the Sportline version brings together the necessary ingredients, giving it sporting touches, in aesthetics and performance, without losing its essence. Having under the bonnet a 2.0 TDI engine with 190 hp associated with a DSG automatic box, we pressed the Start & Stop and went to discover it ...



Outdoor

Endowing a top-of-the-line sporty vehicle without genetically being it is always a challenge. At bottom, try a more radical look in a model of 'airs' more sober. In the case of the Skoda Superb, the Sportline version gives you details that are first strange, then entered. At first they appear to be in disarray, but then we see the meaning. 'Dress' well.Abroad we speak of various decorative elements in black: radiator grille frame, front fog lights, black chrome trim on the bottom air grill, rear spoiler, rearview mirror box and Zenith 18 "alloy wheels. Subtle details, but at the same time present enough, to make us realize that we are not before a 'normal' Superb.






Inside

Inside the various Sportline details make us immediately breathe a different environment than usual in the 'normal' model, also more sporty. We speak of: dashboard and dashboard doors, ambient lighting with 10 colors, sports seats in black alcantara and silver seams, three-spoke sport steering wheel with tabs, stainless steel pedal covers and black fabric rugs with exclusive Sportline embroidery. Everything is welcome and provides us with trips of great pleasure. We feel like an 'executive' walking towards the company that leads with a 'plus' difference ...The interior is the already known, very spacious, both front and rear. The materials dispense presentations, breathing quality. Then there are several details that simplify the use: support for bottles in the door linings; two umbrellas; easy opening cup holders; Tablet support in the rear seats.The large luggage compartment, with its 625 liters extending to 1760 liters (with the seats folded in the 40:20:40 ratio), has several load-securing elements that facilitate the transport process.The touch screen is very intuitive and allows us to access the features of the vehicle, as well as navigation, radio, contacts, also allowing us to switch with the mobile phone. We have, as standard, the possibility of TV tuning, phone box, audiostreaming by bluetooth and Canton sound system. Despite the price, there is always to take into account the navigation system Infotainment "COLUMBUS" with maps Europa integrated, Apple connect. and voice command, for € 1345.

Equipment

Driving Assistance and Safety Systems
In this regard, the following options must be taken into account: automatic lights assistant, blind spot detector and maintenance assistant on the roadway € 980; front assistant (including City ANB for ACC, ACC up to 160km / h.) 365 €; front assistant (including City ANB for ACC, ACC up to 160km / h.) 365 €; rear camera 365 €; recognition of traffic signals with multifunctional camera € 70; fatigue detection 45 €; head airbags including side airbags at the front and rear 295 €.
Optional Equipment

Among the equipment available as an option, we highlight: electric opening roof 1040 €; adaptive chassis DCC with selection of driving modes 970 €; pedal virtual € 570; heated front seats € 240; navigation system Infotainment "COLUMBUS" with integrated Europe maps, Apple connect., voice command € 1345; alloy wheels "VEGA" 8Jx19 "1335 €.

At the wheel

At the wheel the Skoda Superb version Sportline with 2.0 TDI engine of 190 hp is a frank pleasure. We speak of a model that allows us to reach 100 km/h in 7.7s and offers us 400 Nm of torque from 1750 rpm. Records that without looking at the data sheet, show from the first step of the accelerator, even if we start the march in Eco mode - this joins the Individual, Normal and Sport. The latter which of course allows us to be in total in tune with the version in question.

In the case of the version tested, the DSG automatic gearbox is always a pleasure, which allows us to make the passes through the tabs (fixed and well positioned) on the steering wheel or the selector. This is a good option for a model with these characteristics, since it guarantees us passages strictly, but also allows us to take pleasure in resorting to the tabs whenever we understand. Distinctive note of the Sportline version, it is the sporty chassis, lowered by 15 mm compared to the normal version, giving us a model more 'clinging' to the asphalt, something that transpires in driving.At the wheel, he transmits us a very clairvoyant perception of the road, sticking well to it. It allows us to travel quickly, with a very permissive and safe curve approach, never scaring but with a wide range of use. We can look at more sinuous trajectories enjoying a dynamic behavior of real pleasure, situations in which the exchange of relations through the steering wheel tabs, associated with the selection of the various parameters in the Sport mode, allows us to increase the pulse rate. Of course we speak here of a 'sport line' registration, when Superb, despite the distinction of the version, maintains its genetic characteristics, inviting to relax in trips at more moderate rates.

Vasco Reis and André Duarte, Portugal