Skoda Rapid -> Technical Specifications
Technical specifications 1.6 MPI/77 kW 1.6 MPI/77 kW (A) 1.6 TDI CR/77 kW
Engine
Engine type Petrol engine, in-line, liquid cooling system, 16V DOHC, transverse in front Petrol engine, in-line, liquid cooling system, 16V DOHC, transverse in front Turbocharged diesel engine, in-line, liquid cooling system, high-pressure direct injection system, 16V DOHC, transverse in front
Cylinders 4 4 4
Displacement [cm3] 1598 1598 1598
Max. power/revs [kW(bhp) at rpm] 77(105)/5250 77(105)/5250 77(105)/4400
Max. torque/revs [Nm at rpm] 153/3800 153/3800 250/1500 - 2500
Transmission
Wheel drive Front wheel drive
Transmission Manual 5-speed fully synchronized Automatic 6-speed, with Tiptronic manual gear changing Manual 5-speed fully synchronized
Chassis
Front axle McPherson suspension with lower triangular links and torsion stabiliser
Rear axle Compound link crank-axle
Braking system Hydraulic dual-diagonal circuit braking system vacuum assisted
Brake – front Disc brakes with inner cooling, with single/piston floating caliper
Brake – rear Drum brakes
Steering system Direct rack and pinion steering with electro mechanic power steering
Wheels 5.0J x 14 (Active, Ambition), 6.0J x 15 (Elegance)
Tyres 175/70 R14 (Active, Ambition), 185/60 R15 (Elegance)
Outside dimensions
Length [mm] 4386
Width [mm] 1699
Height [mm] 1466
Wheel base [mm] 2552
Ground clearance [mm] 168
Inside Dimensions
Storage capacity [l] 460
Weights
Kerb weight [kg] 1145 1180 1205
Gross weight [kg] 1674 1720 1757
Liquids
Tank capacity [l] 55
Performance
Turning circle diameter [m] 10.6


Multi-Point Injection (MPI) Petrol Engine
The Multi-Point Injection 1.6 L Petrol Engine with Dual Overhead Camshaft (DOHC) 16 valve, delivers 105 BHP (77 kW) of peak power and a peak torque of 153 Nm at an easy 3800 rpm. The MPI petrol engine is smooth and silent for that extra driving pleasure.
Turbocharged Direct Injection with Common Rail (TDI CR) Diesel Engine
The Turbocharged Common Rail 1.6 L Diesel Engine is optimized to deliver dynamic performance without compromising on fuel efficiency. The engine produces 105 BHP (77 kW) of power and an exciting torque of 250 Nm from 1500 rpm to 2500 rpm, making it one of the most powerful diesel engines on the road in its segment.
Transmission
The SKODA Rapid is available in 6-speed Tiptronic automatic and 5-speed manual transmission. The automatic transmission offers several different levels of drivability from a leisurely cruise to a race-like zip in the sport mode. The automatic transmission is available in both Ambition and Elegance options. For those who prefer the traditional setup, the SKODA Rapid is also available in a 5-speed manual gear box.