What is it?

IT’S Business Motoring’s Estate Car of the Year and comes in a very impressive package as we have already learned, running the hatchback version as a long termer last year.

Range, load capacity and hybrid makes the Škoda a very practical estate for SMEs, together with a comprehensive support package.

For SMEs, Škoda’s SE Technology trim has been exclusively designed with businesses in mind, and offers even more value to customers. SMEs have a range of engines available in the SE Technology trim: the 1.5 TSI 150PS petrol engine (manual and DSG), the Superb iV 1.4 TSI 281PS DSG and the 2.0-litre diesel engine with power outputs ranging from 122PS to 150PS.

Equipment included as standard as part of the SE Technology trim includes 17-inch Stratos alloy wheels.

As Škoda’s flagship model, the Superb showcases the brand’s most advanced technologies to make it one of the finest value cars in its sector.

The Superb is available in three powertrains including the recent addition of the Superb iV plug-in hybrid model, and six trims from entry level S trim to the fleet focussed SE Technology to the range topping L&K.

The Superb provides drivers with a comfortable, economic motorway cruiser that encompasses an abundance of space, offering 625-litres of rear boot space in the hatch (485-litre in the Superb iV), which increases to 1,760-litres when the rear seats are folded down (1,610-litres in the Superb iV). Whilst the estates boasts a cavernous 1,950 litres with the rear seats folded (1,800 in the Superb iV).

The latest addition to the range, the Superb iV combines a 1.4-litre turbocharged TSI engine with a 85kWh electric motor, delivering a total output of 218PS and a total range of up to 578 miles – 39 miles of which can be completed using pure electric power. This enables company car drivers and SME customers to manage their fuel consumption economically. The addition of the plug-in hybrid technology allows the Superb iV to achieve a WLTP combined fuel consumption of 256.8 – 156.9 mpg.

What do we think?

We covered almost 400 miles during a few days in the estate although our long termer last year covered several thousand and what impressed us most? That range and fuel efficiency.

While our 1.6-litre longer termer achieved 52.3 mpg, the recent run in the 2-litre estate averaged out at 57.3 mpg, providing a range of more than 700 miles.

Whilst being frugal and low revving on the motorway, it is responsive and nippy in town. There are various driving styles available from the automatic gearbox – eco to sport…or customised to your own choice.

While the Superb saloon boasts a truly cavernous boot the estate is even cavernouser! With the rear seats folding you could probably accommodate the contents of a small apartment – well, maybe not, but there the amount of space is impressive.

There’s also acres of space in the front and back, tinted windows, predictive cruise control, heated seats, heated wing mirrors, sat nav, media centre, multiple phone charging points, loads of cubby holes as well as what seems to be the biggest boot in the world.

Driving the Škoda is relaxing with little road noise and great automatic gearbox. The driving position is extremely comfortable, thanks to the various electric seat settings, while the media centre is easy to use plus there’s a quality sat-nav.

You can connect your phone and access Google maps via Android Auto via the Apps setting.

So, who will this car suit?

The company car driver – refined and economical long distance driving is standard fare for the Škoda with refuelling every 650 miles!

The family driver – loads of room in the boot – plenty of leg room in the back seats and no fighting over the multiple phone charging points

The holiday maker – cases galore in the enormous boot and a refined cabin to relax into during the journey.

The SME – low running costs, low tax, and a dependable work tool – stylish and comfortable and great to drive.

Now in its third generation, Škoda’s huge saloon provides a lot of car for your business money – and the latest version is even bigger than before.

The motorway is where the Škoda performs best and for those long business trips you can argue its case against the premium limos especially when it comes to value for money.

You can connect your phone and access Google maps via Android Auto via the Apps setting.

Starting at under £27,000 you can afford to bulk the Superb up with extra luxury equipment, even including a television!

The climate control system is outstanding – a first class feeling of fresh air makes the cabin comfortable while the media system and android connection work seamlessly – so no difficulties in working out the tech.

Voice control is a simple and efficient aid in driving communications while predictive cruise control is fabulous – easy cruising without the fear of sudden stops – matching the traffic flows.

For work, leisure, family life the Škoda is aesthetically  pleasing, and a great performer. Definitely an ideal SME or Company Car Drivers car.

Škoda Superb Estate Sportline Plus 150PS DSG 

P11D Value   £26,620

Engine: 2.0 TDI

Power/Torque: 150hp

Max speed/0-62mph: 127mph/11.1secs

Fuel consumption (on test): 57.3mpg

CO2: 117g/km