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| 27-10-2011 at 08:00: New ŠKODA Yeti | |
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Its mix of two and four-wheel drive, diesel and petrol engines, flexible seating arrangements, high driving position and bold styling mean that, unlike its legendary namesake, Yeti is as at home conquering the urban jungle as it is in the wilderness. From the concept to reality, Yeti has been completely designed, detailed and engineered by ŠKODA Auto at the Design and Technical Centre in Mlada Boleslav. Thanks to its sophisticated four-wheel-drive system, Yeti is incredibly capable off-road. It is able to climb, descend and cross rough terrain, while its additional ground clearance, high ride height and rugged looks make it a direct competitor to vehicles in the compact SUV market. Strong, distinctive design has been a core ŠKODA value for the past 100 years. With Yeti, ŠKODA’s design team led by Head of Design, Jozef Kaban, has introduced a new dimension to ŠKODA’s design portfolio. Thanks to its smooth lines, striking profile and unmistakable details, ŠKODA has created in Yeti a vehicle that offers a completely fresh approach to family motoring. Yeti strikes the perfect balance between off-road ruggedness and hatchback practicality. Bold yet approachable, Yeti’s exterior design imparts a feeling of solidity and safety without looking bulky or intimidating. At the front, the chrome-framed grille and V-shaped bonnet creases clearly mark Yeti out as a member of the ŠKODA family, while the large, high-mounted headlights give the front end a powerful but friendly face. The strong lines continue along the side where the large wheel arches, lower body protection strips and black A and C-pillars give the car a long, flowing profile. At the rear, Yeti features a distinctive wraparound design that incorporates black C-pillars to create a continuous window surface to the B-pillars – elongating the rear passenger compartment. The tailgate is generously sized and, thanks to the car’s high ride height, even tall drivers will be able to stand underneath it when open. Completing Yeti’s design details The ‘best of both worlds’ approach that typifies Yeti’s exterior design is continued inside the vehicle. Engineered to make the most of the car’s exceptional interior space, Yeti’s cabin delivers all the qualities demanded by families on the move. Thanks to high quality materials, intelligent ergonomics and outstanding equipment levels, Yeti has the perfect driving environment. Clever use of coloured trims and different surface textures give Yeti a bright, spacious feel that strikes the perfect balance between practicality and comfort. The rear passenger compartment features ŠKODA’s innovative VarioFlex seating arrangement. The system allows the seats to be positioned in many different ways, folded up or removed completely. Passengers seated in the back are able to find the most comfortable position while maximising the load space in the boot of the car. What’s more, those riding in the back have a great view out thanks to seat bases that are mounted 20mm higher than those in the front. A feature more commonly associated with high-end SUVs, the ‘platform’ seating also makes access to the rear seats even easier. An optional stunning electrically operated panoramic sunroof brings additional light, air and feeling of space into the cabin. Yeti is perfectly sized for life on Australian roads. At just over 4.2 metres long, it’s big enough to hold a family on the move, yet easy to park and manoeuvre in tight spaces. It’s also a wide car – quality that pays dividends in terms of road presence and stability. Yeti is based on a modified platform, the same structure that underpins the Octavia Scout 4×4. Passengers have plenty of legroom and headroom and, thanks to the VarioFlex seating; those riding in the back are in control of their own comfort. The generously-sized boot can easily accommodate prams, bikes, shopping – and everything else a family on the move needs. Yeti features the very latest in engine and transmission technology – offering an all–turbo powerplant line-up for the first time. Two engines are available – one petrol and one diesel – with outputs of 77kW and 103kW respectively. Both variants are transversely mounted and drive through either a six-speed fully synchronised manual gearbox or an optional seven-speed DSG transmission with the 77TSI or six-speed DSG transmission paired with the 103TDI engine. The 103TDI Yeti comes with an advanced four-wheel-drive system incorporating a fourth-generation Haldex clutch (for more information, see the Technology section). Peak power is reached at 4,200 rpm with the TDI engine producing up to 320 Newton-metres of torque between 1,750 and 2,500 rpm. Offering one of the best combined fuel consumption figures in its class, the 103TDI Yeti uses an average of 6.2 l/100kms when paired with a manual transmission or 6.7 l/100kms for the DSG. Complementing the diesel Yeti is the state-of-the-art petrol engine which features direct injection. The turbocharged 1.2-litre TSI engine develops 77kW and is available with a seven-speed DSG transmission or six-speed manual. Its combined fuel consumption is an impressive 6.6 litre per 100 kilometres for the manual and just 7 litres for the DSG.
Generous levels of standard equipment and low running costs combine to make Yeti a package that offers unrivalled value for money in the family car market. All Yeti models are fitted with ŠKODA’s innovative VarioFlex rear seating system in addition to air conditioning, power steering, seven airbags including dual front, front side, curtain and driver’s knee airbags and central door locking. Yeti 77TSI standard equipment highlights: Nevis 16” alloy wheels 16” steel spare wheel Body coloured wing mirrors and door handles Side indicators integrated into side mirrors Black roof rails Cruise control Driver, passenger front, side and curtain airbags Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors Power windows front and rear Height adjustable halogen projector headlights Height and reach-adjustable four-spoke multi-function leather steering wheel (with radio and phone controls) Air conditioning Cooled front passenger glove compartment Swing radio with CD and MP3 player (eight speakers) Remote central locking (with two keys) VarioFlex rear seating system Lashing eyes in boot Luggage net restraint program Yeti 103TDI standard equipment highlights: Spitzberg 17” alloy wheels (16” steel spare wheel) Auto Lights (Coming Home/Leaving Home function, Tunnel light) Front foglights Chrome package (gearlever, gearlever frame, handbrake button) Radio Bolero – 2 DIN with integrated CD changer (6 CD), can play MP3 recordings Warning lights in front doors Underbody protection Dual-zone climate control air-conditioning Auto rain-sensing windscreen wipers Silver roof rails Height-adjustable driver and passenger seat with lumbar support Sunglass storage and storage compartment under passenger seat Cooled and illuminated front passenger glove compartment in instrument panel Lashing eyes and adjustable hooks in boot Five-point walk around Yeti from the front High positioned foglights (and daytime running lights) to protect against dirt and damage, improving visibility and safety of occupants • Progressive front crumple zones ensure optimal crumpling in an accident by absorbing as much energy as possible 19.0 degree approach angle allowing for greater freedom and accessibility whilst off-road ‘Yeti’ detailing on the front headlight Yeti from the side Wheels ranging from 16” alloy wheels featured on the 77TSI and 17” alloy wheels on the 103TSI model Reinforced doors to help absorb energy from side impact Black protective side running strips help protect Yeti from scuffs from other car doors Integrated indicators in the door mirrors increase the visibility of your intended manoeuvre for other road users Black (77TSI) or silver (103TDI) roof rails for fixing roof bars or roof boxes for additional storage Yeti from the rear Distinctive rear ‘C’ shaped light cluster, unique to ŠKODA Progressive rear crumple zone, in case of collision Up to 415 litre boot Flexible luggage restraint system with movable hooks in the boot (103TDI) Yeti inside rear Added occupant security with curtain airbags VarioFlex seating, providing over 20 different seating combinations Raised seating for increased visibility from the rear Fold down table on rear middle seat Yeti inside front Height and reach adjustable leather steering wheel Driver and passenger, front, side and knee airbags Air conditioning (77TSI) and dual-zone air-conditioning (103TDI) for increased driver and passenger comfort Safety A range of features and measures on Yeti to prevent and avoid accidents include: ESC Effective lighting Disc brakes on all four wheels Speed dependent power steering Increased visibility of surroundings Passive safety Yeti features a number of passive safety systems designed to lessen the risk of injury during an accident: Body design Progressive crumple zones Additional interior protection Design of doors Airbags Technology Yeti has a number of innovative features designed to make life safer, easier and more enjoyable for owners. These include optional systems and technologies premiered on the Superb – Park Assist and touch-screen displays – along with new features developed specifically for Yeti. Yeti’s impressive off-road ability is achieved through a mixture of incredible new technologies such as the off-road functionality featuring Hill Start Assist and Hill Descent Assist, plus off-road modes for ABS, ASR and EDL, joined by the fourth-generation Haldex clutch. PRICING Yeti 77TSI six-speed manual $26,290* Options * Prices quoted are Manufacturer List Prices excluding dealer delivery charges, which may vary from dealer to dealer and statutory charges, which vary from state to state. |
The search is over, but the adventure is only just beginning. Yeti – the fifth and newest member of the ŠKODA family is finally coming in from the cold. Combining all the rugged strengths of a traditional 4×4 with the practicality and running costs of a hatchback, Yeti is a true crossover vehicle.
The 77kWTSI engine produces a maximum of 175 newton metres of torque which is available between 1550 and 4100 rpm.^ Back to top ^
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