Skoda Citigo Price Review and Specifications
The world is in a bad bull run these days. Yes, we are talking about the economic slowdown. So don’t be surprised if you find yourself flooded with small cars in the market. Skoda too has trimmed down its luxury cars and is all set to launch the Skoda Citigo in the market. The Skoda Citigo was showcased just days after its cousin Volkswagen Up! made its debut. This will be the sixth model line and the first small car from the house of Skoda that will hit the markets in the early part of 2012.
The Skoda Citigo easily seats up to four people and like its cousin has a lot common features similar to the Volkswagen Up. The car has the same compact size of 3560mm. Even the wheels appear similar in style with the corner stance and the very short overhangs. The Citigo size dimensions are 1650mm wide and 1480mm from road to roof. The wheel base measures 2420mm and has a space of 251 liters. So don’t be confused that your sales guy is trying to cheat you. The Volkswagen up and Skoda Citigo are identical.
Even the technical specifications have not been let alone. They too have the same package and performance. The car also has a first of its kind optional laser-operated city safety system which will apply the brakes automatically if it detects an imminent crash. The car comes in two engine variants of 999cc three-cylinder petrol engines.
The two engines and their performance are as follows:
• 1.0 petrol 59bhp, 70lb ft, 99mph, 13.9sec 0-62mph, 62.8mpg, 105g/km CO2
• 1.0 petrol 74bhp, 70lb ft, 106mph, 12.7sec 0-62mph, 60.1mpg, 108g/km CO2
The cars are robust in performance and yet low in emissions with a trim 929kg kerb weight and 0.33 drag coefficient.
The exterior photos of the Skoda Citigo reveal that the car is similar to the Volkswagen up in terms of the contour with a bit of tweaks at the lights and moldings. The front grille is reflective of the new Skoda style showcased at the 2011 Geneva motor show. The large headlamps extend till the front wings which makes us realize that it is just the cousin of the VW up and not the twin.
It also has portable navigation device available, handbag holder, numerous storage compartments, cup holders and multimedia systems which clearly indicate that the car is looking to hitch the younger generation and women who are looking to own a second car for themselves.
‘The Citigo is one of the pillars of our growth strategy,’ said Winfried Vahland, chairman of Skoda. ‘It paves the way for tremendous opportunities in a new segment. ‘The demand for small cars with low fuel consumption, at a favorable price with reasonable operating costs, is growing. Skoda’s new small vehicle is a reaction to this trend. We are entering new ground and the Citigo will attract prospects mainly in our European markets.’
As of now the prices have been kept under wraps and will be announced nearer to the launch. Looking at the similarity to the VW up and the market positioning and the price in Europe, which is around 7500 British pounds, the Citigo could roughly cost around 589 446.053 Indian rupees for the base variant. Know more about Skoda Citigo and Skoda Rapid at www.carsingh.com
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