2021 Skoda Superb Estate review – why it's the best estate on sale | What Car?

What makes a good estate car? Plenty of wannabes could learn a thing or two from the excellent Skoda Superb Estate. With a ridiculously roomy interior and comfortable road manners it's the finest example around. What else impresses? And what's the perfect spec if you do want to buy one? Watch to find out.




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[andrewshore]

I’m a private hire driver specialising in medium to long distance runs from single trip business people, to families travelling to the airport. My first Superb was 16 plate SEL exec 190 bhp diesel fully loaded with 19 inch wheels, racked up just under 230, 000 miles. My second Superb has around 150, 000 miles on it 150 bhp diesel 18 plate.
Observations I wouldn’t bother with 19” wheels and low profile tyres makes the ride harsh, and as the review said the car isn’t designed to be sporty
The 150 bhp Diesel engine still gives you plenty of go even fully laden and there’s no need for ad blue, the 180 feels much the same apart from top end roll on power at much higher speeds.
Adaptive cruise control is a must have, as is a DSG box, the driver modes are also good to have because you can really stiffen up the car when required.
The drivers seat gets a bit saggy at the 150k mark, the bi xenon headlights on dipped beam are rubbish and cut off far to early for acceptable motorway speeds so hopefully the new LED’s will resolve this one. The venting and air con are excellent, the visibility outstanding, and although the car is really long it’s dead easy to manoeuvre in tight spaces even in London traffic.
The engines are bullet proof, although EGR valves are prone to go if you idle the engine a lot, the heated screens cost a fortune to replace if you end up cracking them so use the adaptive cruise control to keep a safe distance from trucks etc on the motorway.
The space and comfort in these cars is immense nothing beats them, when I’m really busy I can be in the car for literally hours on an end and I wouldn’t swop it for anything comparable.
Finally in 380, 000 miles I’ve never broken down, it’s never failed to start, and it’s just a bloody great car!

[ewoudalexander]

"It's annoying that the shortcut buttons are on the left of the screen".... No, it's just that you guys have the steeringwheel on the wrong side of the car, unlike the rest of Europe where it's sold.

[RtB]

I have been driving for 30 years and I turn my cars over frequently. I am not brand loyal and I am not a brand snob either. In 2012 I took a punt on a superb wagon for family reasons and I still have it. It has done everything that I have asked and it continues to impress.

[bikethetrails]

I just read today that the New Zealand Police have chosen the Skoda Superb for their replacement for the now-defunct Holden models.

[konliner]

I came from Asia and was impressed by the car when I was riding it as an Uber taxi in Europe. The quality feels like a luxury car.

[StephenBoyd]

I did a 100 mile journey in my 2L diesel automatic and I averaged over 60mpg. Yes, 60. That this was so economical and so massive as the same time.

[steveward]

I have a 67 plated estate, 1.4TSI 150HP DSG SEL Executive, I added, Kessy (Keyless entry and start), Interior light pack, pan roof, mats and Quartz Grey paint, and no cost option of pegasus alloys. Im normally around 45 MPG and im not a big miles driver, hence the petrol rather than diesel. Its nearly 3 years old and just passed the 29, 000 miles mark. Other than a water pump failure (under warranty) which Skoda sorted me a rental VW Touareg 3.0 V6TDi to use for a few days I haven't had any issues. Ride comfort is exceptional, the space is second to none, I even moved a garden furniture set in one move (metal table and 4 chairs along with cushions and parasol), its also moved a 6 ft single bed no trouble. Someone mentioned road noise, I have no concerns with that either. My local dealer Marshalls of Northampton are useless (top mechanic is 1st class) the service side of things is about the worst I have encountered, so next month I am trying Wings of Peterborough. I have since got my Wife a Karoq SE (New) my Dad also has a Karoq SE (New) and my father in law has an SE Octavia (12 month old), we haven't had any trouble with any of these three cars, and all three family members concerned are very pleased. One last note about fuel based on around £1.09 a litre, I fill up for £75 (from 10 mile range) and this will get me around 550-600 miles. Next car will be Sept 2021, it will be another Skoda/Seat/VW.

[willpark]

That is a right sleeper! It has the Golf R engine in a SKODA estate!!!!

Brilliant!

[treacherousenemiescomrades]

I’m on my second superb estate can’t fault them - will be changing it 2021 and it’ll be another superb 😀

[andrewd]

I’m in Australia & have the 2017 Sportline which came fully loaded! All the tech gear, sunroof, roof rails etc. It only misses on the full digital display/new centre console display. Honestly I wasn’t fussed. I could’ve bought the VW Passat with these additional features, but on price & inclusions this killed it. 2L, 206kw/276hp petrol engine. To say it’s not sporty is a personal observation. What I love about it is when the VW Gti owners pull alongside at the traffic lights & “attempt” to drag my sedate wagon off. They can’t! Not that I’m looking to take them on...😈🤭It handles brilliantly in 4WD guise & it’s just Superb!🤣 I had a Mercedes GLC prior to this & this & I traded it for the Skoda. Family & friends are amazed at the room inside as you pointed out is nothing short of limousine like. No regrets. 👍🏼

[davidpearson]

I got a 3 and half year old Superb L&k estate company car It’s never missed a beat a wonderful comfortable car which Iv nothing but praise for I even considered buying it But Iv just ordered a BMW 330 M sport hybrid because The BIK tax saving over £120 per month

[EnergyBreakCrew]

i love the looks and practicality of this one!

[pcjtalk]

Tip: first optional extra you go for should be the fold flat passenger seat. You won't regret it.

[joemengler]

I’ve got 2017 superb sport line 2.0tdi, excellent car in every aspect. Love it.

[davidarter]

Sounds like a fantastic car! Excellent review, too. Thankyou

[p__jay]

3:00 The center display shortcut buttons are on the left side, because your steering wheel and and driver seat is on the wrong side 🙃✌🏻

[KhalsaSoulja]

Really good presenter, not sure if it's your camera operator or your editor but get some cut away shots. Esp when he's talking about leg room, transmission hump etc.

[andreidinnt]

Owner of this brilliant car quality-price! Love it!
Thank you Skoda 🚕

[RAIMONDS]

Valuable information, thanks. Spare wheel option was missing in review...

[davidf]

I have the 1.5TSI SE L estate and the engine is perfectly fine for lugging loads about.
Worth noting that the model shown, 4x4 Sportline is absolutely loaded with extras. The Sportline in UK is based on the entry-level Superb S with sporty kit and some interior cosmetic bits and bobs. I had a 2017 standard Sportline in 187ps diesel which someone wrote it of in an accident. Replaced it with the SE L 1.5TS, which, all-round for, comfort and kit is a far nicer car.