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Frankfurt Auto Show: Skoda Superb Combi

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Skoda has just unveiled the Superb Combi at the Frankfurt Auto show, with the car expected to go on sale in the next few months. Just as we told you in our previous coverage on the matter, the car is offered, for the first time for the Czech automaker, with an electrically controlled tailgate as an option.

"When open, the boot cover automatically moves to its middle position to open up more space for comfortable luggage handling. The vehicle's low loading edge, and the floor platform that can be moved out over the rear bumper when the tailgate is open, make loading big objects a lot easier," the Czech manufacturer said in a release.

The Superb Combi relies on the same engine lineup as the sedan, offering three petrol units - 1.4 TSI 92 kW, 1.8 TSI 118 kW and 3.6 FSI V6 191 kW - and two diesel units - 2.0 TDI PD 103 kW and 2.0 TDI CR DPF 125 kW. All these engines are especially optimized for low fuel consumption and reduced emission values.

“Superb Combi is yet another excellent vehicle by Skoda. Combi version of the Skoda Auto flagship illustrates ongoing development efforts of the company. With its specific design so typical of Skoda, outstanding spaciousnes and several Simply clever innovations it extends the tradition of Skoda Auto," says Skoda Auto BOD Chairman Reinhard Jung.

Additionally, the car will be offered with the KESSY system for starting, unlocking and locking the car without using the conventional car key, as Skoda explained. "Instead, an impulse transmitter communicates with the vehicle's control unit and unlocks and locks the doors upon touching the door handle. The engine is started and switched off by pushing a button placed on the right side of the steering wheel column."
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Bogdan keeps an eye on how technology is taking over the car world. His long-term goals are buying an 18-wheeler because he needs more space for his kid’s toys, and convincing Google and Apple that Android Auto and CarPlay deserve at least as much attention as their phones.
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