Skoda Rapid 2012
This generation of Skoda Rapid has been produced from January, 2012 to December, 2017. We can provide information about 11 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.
This Skoda is available with six petrol engines with displacement from 1.2 to 1.4 litres and power of from 75 to 122 horsepower un three diesel engines with displacement from 1.4 to 1.6 litres and power of from 90 to 115 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (8 versions), as well as automatic (3 versions) gearbox.
Skoda Rapid 2012 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 4.7 to 5.9 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 3.6 to 4.3 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Skoda Rapid 2012 petrol engine version is Skoda Rapid 1.2 TSI, consuming 4.7 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Skoda Rapid 2012 diesel - Skoda Rapid 1.4 TDI for 100 kilometers consumes 3.6 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Skoda Rapid real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 30 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +24% for petrol engines and +35% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Skoda Rapid modification.
Skoda Rapid 2012 CO2 emissions is approximately 756 grams per kilometer.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 9.5 seconds has Skoda Rapid 1.4 TSI version, conversely the tardiest one is Skoda Rapid 1.2 MPI reaching this speed only in 13.9 seconds. The maximum top speed is 206 km/h for the 1.4 petrol 4-cylinder 122 hp version (Skoda Rapid 1.4 TSI).
Lenght of Skoda Rapid is 448 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - Skoda Rapid is about 6 cm longer than Opel Astra hatchback, but 4 cm shorter than Honda Civic hatchback. Skoda Rapid gross weight is from 1595 to 1740 kg (depending on modification), which is about 8 percent lighter than the average for this age and class. Skoda Rapid trunk space is 550 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 1490 litres.
This Skoda is relatively cheap - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 6500 €. Users calculated Skoda Rapid 2012 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2600 € cost per year and 0.22 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 46%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 23% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Skoda Rapid for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Skoda Rapid prices and costs.
Skoda Rapid modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Skoda Rapid 2012 1.2 MPI Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 | 1.2 Petrol | 75 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Skoda Rapid 2012 1.2 TSI Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 | 1.2 Petrol | 86 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Skoda Rapid 2015 1.2 TSI
Jan 2015 — Dec 2017 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 90 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Skoda Rapid 2015 1.2 TSI
Jan 2015 — Dec 2017 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 90 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Skoda Rapid 2012 1.2 TSI Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 | 1.2 Petrol | 105 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Skoda Rapid 2015 1.2 TSI
Jan 2015 — Dec 2017 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.2 Petrol | 110 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Skoda Rapid 2012 1.4 TSI
Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds |
1.4 Petrol | 122 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Skoda Rapid 2015 1.4 TDI
Jan 2015 — Dec 2017 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.4 Diesel | 90 HP | 3.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Skoda Rapid 2015 1.4 TDI Jan 2015 — Dec 2017 | 1.4 Diesel | 90 HP | 3.8 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Skoda Rapid 2012 1.6 TDI Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 | 1.6 Diesel | 105 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Skoda Rapid 2012 1.6 TDI
Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 Most powerfull diesel version (115 HP) |
1.6 Diesel | 115 HP | 3.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Skoda Rapid safety
During safety testing Skoda Rapid has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Skoda Rapid is evaluated with outstanding rate 94 from 100, children safety: good mark - 80 from 100, for pedestrian protection Skoda Rapid got 69 points from 100.
Skoda Rapid safety equipment has been rated as good - 71 percents from 100.
Skoda Rapid prices
Skoda Rapid 2012 - 2017 hatchback price in Latvia is from 3700 € to 11000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Skoda Rapid price is very low - Skoda Rapid is approximately for 40 percents cheaper then average hatchbacks of this age (compare hatchbacks 2012 - 2017 prices). The reason of Skoda Rapid low price could be its poor quality (see below) so we recommend particularly examine the car before purchase and do not choose it only by price.
Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
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Skoda Rapid 2018 price | 8500 € | 10 000 € | 11 000 € | |
Skoda Rapid 2017 price | 7000 € | 8500 € | 10 500 € | |
Skoda Rapid 2016 price | 4200 € | 5500 € | 7000 € | |
Skoda Rapid 2015 price | 4000 € | 4500 € | 5500 € | |
Skoda Rapid 2014 price | 3700 € | 4400 € | 5500 € | |
Skoda Rapid 2013 price | 4500 € | 4600 € | 5000 € |
Skoda Rapid total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Skoda Rapid? Users calculated Skoda Rapid 2012 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2600 € cost per year and 0.22 € cost per one kilometer.
Skoda Rapid 2012 total costs of ownership calculator
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Skoda Rapid reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Skoda Rapid reliability is average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2021 defects were detected in an average of 10.2 percent of Skoda Rapid of this generation (on average 7 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 10.7%.
Skoda Rapid reliability and quality
Most reliable used over 15 years old cars
Most reliable over 15 years old hatchbacks
Skoda Rapid 2012 features (options)
Percentage of Skoda Rapid with corresponding feature (option)
91% Metallic paint
52% Tire pressure control
48% Climate control
44% Adjustable steering wheel
31% Heated seats
25% Rain sensor
22% Cruise control
22%
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