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LOGIN REGISTER NEWSLETTER Home NEWS REVIEWS PRODUCTS COMPARE CARS VIDEOS BUYING USED CARS NEW CARS MOTORSHOWS COMPETITIONS 6 ISSUES FOR £1 Search Car Reviews: You're in - Car Reviews: First Drives Skoda Roomster Skoda Roomster 2 1.4 TDI PD Practical and stylish, the Roomster takes Skoda in a new direction Auto Express Car Reviews By Ross PinnockJune 2006 Combining the best bits of an MPV, supermini and estate, the Roomster is Skoda's impressive three-car trick. Last week, Auto Express was bowled over by the mid-range 1.4-litre petrol model, which is expected to be the biggest seller. But is the 80bhp 1.4 diesel as good? We hit the road to find out. After a few moments aboard the Czech newcomer, it soon becomes clear that the innovative styling is more than a demonstration of the company's creativity. The different approaches adop-ted for the front and rear really make sense for passengers, too. Up front, the Roomster appears just like a conventional car, with the wraparound windscreen providing a cosy, almost sporty feel. However, thanks to the huge back windows, it seems every bit a mini-MPV from the rear seats. What's more, the light, airy cabin is versatile and easy to access, with remov-able back seats that slide, fold and tum-ble. The chairs can even be arranged individually, just like those in Vauxhall's Meriva. That means the rear bench can be set to accommodate three children, or two adults. Legroom is generous whatever option you take, and there's plenty of boot space too, giving the Roomster a really practical edge. The generous layout provides the new Skoda with an upmarket feel that its lesser competitors struggle to match. The cabin's premium-quality atmosphere is further enhanced by classy materials and a smart split-layer dashboard. These are a cut above the norm, and set the Roomster apart from the most obvious rivals - van-based MPVs such as the Citroen Berlingo and Renault's Kangoo. Instead, it is pitched against more mainstream models like the Honda Jazz and Nissan Note. And in common with these practical people carriers, the engine line-up majors on economy rather than performance. Our test machine's 80bhp three-cylinder diesel has a distinctive thrum that really makes itself heard when the motor is being worked hard. However, its vocal nature is charming enough not to get on your nerves. This car won't set any speed records, though, and if you expect to carry a full load on a regular basis, the bigger 1.9-litre 105bhp oil-burner is worth a look. Its greater torque and performance would certainly be welcome on long runs. On the plus side, the smaller unit's fuel economy of 54.3mpg is impressive, and CO2 emissions of 138g/km are low. Keen drivers will also relish the snappy gearchange and precise steering. On the challenging, uneven roads of our test route, the ride also made the grade, with the Skoda shrugging off large potholes. And despite its tall bodywork, the car remained composed through the bends, with plenty of grip in reserve. Level 1 models don't get air-conditioning as standard, but all examples boast curtain and side airbags, body-coloured bumpers and an MP3 stereo. Top-spec Level 3 trim includes luxuries such as a panoramic sunroof, parking sensors and cruise control, but adds £1,000 to the price. This means mid-range Level 2 models are the best bet when the Roomster hits showrooms this September. What Next COMPARE CAR LOANS COMPARE CAR INSURANCE For more breaking car news and reviews, subscribe to Auto Express magazine. We'll give you 6 issues for £1 and a free gift! < Previous Next > 0 Comment Be the first to comment on this article You need to register to post comments. Existing members can log in below to comment, otherwise click here to join. Email: Password: Sponsored Results More SKODA ROOMSTER articles Car ReviewsCar Group Tests: Skoda RoomsterLong Term Tests: Skoda RoomsterCar Group Tests: Skoda RoomsterCar Group Tests: Skoda RoomsterFirst Drives: Skoda RoomsterNew Reviews: Skoda RoomsterCar Group Tests: Skoda RoomsterFirst Drives: Skoda Roomster Level 2 TDIFirst Drives: Skoda Roomster 1.4 Level 2First Drives: Roomy skoda's in glass of its ownNewsAuto Express News: Roomster seals Czech's successAuto Express News: Roomster joins Scout campAuto Express News: Roomster toughens up Social Bookmarks Link to this article: For more details about purchasing this feature and/or images for editorial usage, please contact the Dennis Syndication team on pictures@dennis.co.uk Email a Friend Print this Pictures - Advertisement - Sponsored Results FIRST OPINION Practical and stylish, the Roomster takes Skoda in a new direction that's bound to appeal to buyers. The car builds on the fast-growing mini-MPV segment, and anyone wanting a spacious small family model should check it out. Classier than a van-based people carrier, it's bigger than the current flock of supermini-MPVs, although top-spec versions look expensive and the smaller engines lack pace. AT A GLANCE Frugal 1.4-litre diesel model will go on sale alongside more powerful 1.9 oil-burning car. The distinctive Roomster should attract younger buyers to the Skoda brand. Engine: 1.4-litre 3cyl, 80bhp 0-65mph: 14.7 seconds Price: £12,450 - Advertisement - Company Website | Media Information | Contact Us | Privacy Notice | Subs Info | Voucher Codes | SitemapOur Other Websites: The First Post | Custom PC | Evo | IT Pro | IT Pro India | MacUser | Men's Fitness | Micro Mart | PC Pro | bit-tech | Know Your Mobile | Octane | Expert Reviews | Channel Pro | Know Your Cell | Know Your Mobile India | iGizmo | Digital SLR Photography | Den of Geek | The Week | Computer Shopper | Dennis Communications | Magazines | Mobile Phone Deals | Competitions | Health & Fitness | CarBuyer © 2010 Dennis Publishing Limited. All rights reserved.Licensed by Felden || LOGIN REGISTER NEWSLETTER Home NEWS REVIEWS PRODUCTS COMPARE CARS VIDEOS BUYING USED CARS NEW CARS MOTORSHOWS COMPETITIONS 6 ISSUES FOR £1 Search Car Reviews: You're in - Car Reviews: First Drives Skoda Roomster Skoda Roomster Level 2 TDI It’s all go at Skoda! Once seen as the VW Group’s sensible arm, the Czech firm is rapidly changing its image Auto Express Car Reviews By Sam HardyAugust 2006 Rating: It’s all go at Skoda! Once seen as the VW Group’s sensible arm, the Czech firm is rapidly changing its image – and the Roomster is probably the most innovative car it has produced in its history. Before you even turn the key, the new Skoda impresses. And that’s despite the slightly strange looks We’re already big fans of the newcomer, even though the two 1.4-litre models we’ve driven so far (in Issues 912 and 913) have lacked power. So is the range-topping 105bhp 1.9-litre TDI version the one to go for? We took the Roomster out on UK roads for the first time to find out. Before you even turn the key, the new Skoda impresses. And that’s despite the slightly strange looks. The contrasting front and rear ends don’t initially seem quite right, but you soon grow to appre-ciate the car’s chunky stance. Neat headlights and a pronounced bonnet shape are distinctive depart-ures from the look of previous Skoda models, while the hidden rear door-handles are further evidence that the firm is taking its styling in a radical new direction. The bold looks make more sense when you step inside. Up front, the Roomster feels just a like a normal hatch with excellent visibility, thanks to a wide, wraparound windscreen. Mean­while in the back, those vast side windows do exactly the same – increasing the sense of space for passengers. Not that the Roomster is short on carrying capacity. Thanks to a healthy dose of flexibility, even six-footers will be happy in the back. All three rear seats slide individually and fold flat. That means owners can accommodate two adults or three children in comfort. There’s plenty of luggage space, too – 450 litres with the seats up and a huge 1,780 litres with them folded. Van-based people carriers such as the Citroen Berlingo Multispace offer more room inside, but they don’t have the same build quality as the Skoda, which boasts a classy split-layer dashboard and soft-touch plastics. The equip-ment tally is impressive, too, with this mid-range Level 2 model boasting air-conditioning, alloy wheels and curtain airbags as standard. Our car also had options such as a panoramic glass sunroof – which makes the cabin feel even more spacious and features a clever two-part blind to keep the sun out. Satellite-navigation was included, too – an extra which would add around £1,000 to the Roomster’s basic £13,050 list price. The Skoda also delivers on the road, with a compliant ride, accurate steering and, despite the tall bodywork, surprisingly little roll when cornering. While it’s not the most fun car to drive, it is composed at all times. But how does the 1.9 TDI engine shape up? With 105bhp and 240Nm of torque, it’s not very powerful compared to the latest generation of oil-burners, although it’s more than capable of propelling the little Skoda. There’s plenty of urge even in fifth gear at motorway speeds, and the lusty, torquey power delivery means that overtaking is a straightforward affair. What’s more, it’s also very economical and clean, returning 51.4mpg on the combined cycle and emitting 149g/km of CO2. If we had one criticism, it’s the motor’s refinement – VW-sourced diesels can often sound harsh, and this unit is no different. Yet despite its draw-backs, the 1.9-litre TDI is by far the best engine in the Roomster range. What Next COMPARE CAR LOANS COMPARE CAR INSURANCE For more breaking car news and reviews, subscribe to Auto Express magazine. We'll give you 6 issues for £1 and a free gift! < Previous Next > 0 Comment Be the first to comment on this article You need to register to post comments. 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Email: Password: Sponsored Results More SKODA ROOMSTER articles Car ReviewsCar Group Tests: Skoda RoomsterLong Term Tests: Skoda RoomsterCar Group Tests: Skoda RoomsterCar Group Tests: Skoda RoomsterFirst Drives: Skoda RoomsterNew Reviews: Skoda RoomsterCar Group Tests: Skoda RoomsterFirst Drives: Skoda Roomster 2 1.4 TDI PDFirst Drives: Skoda Roomster 1.4 Level 2First Drives: Roomy skoda's in glass of its ownNewsAuto Express News: Roomster seals Czech's successAuto Express News: Roomster joins Scout campAuto Express News: Roomster toughens up Related Index Pages Skoda Skoda Roomster Social Bookmarks Link to this article: For more details about purchasing this feature and/or images for editorial usage, please contact the Dennis Syndication team on pictures@dennis.co.uk Email a Friend Print this Pictures - Advertisement - Sponsored Results FIRST OPINION Hats off to Skoda – the Roomster is a clever new supermini-MPV. The looks may not appeal to conservative buyers, but combined with a highly flexible interior, they do result in a spacious cabin. Entry-level models lack pace, though, which means this range-topping 1.9 TDI model is the pick of the bunch. The diesel has ample power, and in Level 2 trim, it costs a reasonable £13,050. AT A GLANCE As well as the 1.9 TDI, buyers can choose an 80bhp 1.4-litre TDI diesel. There are also 70bhp 1.2, 85bhp 1.4 and 105bhp 1.6-litre petrol models, all getting a five-speed manual box. Engine: 1.9-litre 4cyl, 105bhp 0-62mph: 11.5 seconds Top speed: 113mph Price: £13,050 Find Used Cars Find your Skoda Roomster with our new used car search. £14210 - £10045 £10045 - £6045 Less than £6045 - Advertisement - Company Website | Media Information | Contact Us | Privacy Notice | Subs Info | Voucher Codes | SitemapOur Other Websites: The First Post | Custom PC | Evo | IT Pro | IT Pro India | MacUser | Men's Fitness | Micro Mart | PC Pro | bit-tech | Know Your Mobile | Octane | Expert Reviews | Channel Pro | Know Your Cell | Know Your Mobile India | iGizmo | Digital SLR Photography | Den of Geek | The Week | Computer Shopper | Dennis Communications | Magazines | Mobile Phone Deals | Competitions | Health & Fitness | CarBuyer © 2010 Dennis Publishing Limited. All rights reserved.Licensed by Felden || Home Used Cars Car Finance Car Warranty GAP Insurance Car Delivery About Us Contact FAQs Autoquake Blog Skoda Roomster 1.4 TDI PD 80 2 5dr -- 2007 '57' Used cars for sale > Used Skoda cars > Used Skoda Roomster Vehicle 611 of 1265 £7,608(+£149) Parker's valuation £8,065 Reserve this car Finance Typically £172 per month Finance information 11 watchers watch this car Email me when the price of this car changes. Summary Skoda Top features 20082 miles 15"Alloys Manual Cloth trim Hatchback 5dr CD Black AC / Climate control 1422 cc PAS 5 doors, 5 seats Airbags Owners : 1 View all Delivered or collected from Leeds or London Please note that this car does not come with Road Tax. Road Tax needs to be paid at your local Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (www.dvla.gov.uk), not at the Post Office.The amount is the same and subsequent re-taxation can be carried out at your local Post Office. Specifications Manufacturer Skoda Model ROOMSTER 1.4 TDI PD 80 2 5dr Fuel Diesel Type Hatchback 5dr Transmission Manual Colour Black Metallic Paint Yes Left/Right Hand Drive Right Seats 5 Doors 5 Engine Power (BHP) 80 Engine Size 1422 cc MPG (U/E-U/Combined) 46.3 / 62.8 / 55.4 CO2 (g/km) 135 Manufacturer's Warranty 03/12/2010 Insurance Group 4 Year 2007 Mileage 20082 miles 1st Registration 03/12/2007 MOT Until 30/09/2011 Owners 1 Tax Until V5 document Full Registration Mark DG57PUU Service history Full Last service 11/11/2009 Mileage at service 14244 Number of keys 1 Operation manual Full Euro NCAP safety NA / NA At Autoquake we try our very best to give you the most up-to-date vehicle information that is available. The standard specification listed below is the manufacturer's list for this model. Please verify the list with Autoquake.com when you view the vehicle, as detailed in our Terms and conditions. Any optional features should be listed on the vehicle summary. SafetyImmobiliser Curtain airbags Alarm Driver and passenger airbags Three 3 point rear seatbelts Remote control central locking Side airbags Height adjustable seatbelts Front seatbelt pretensioner Seatbelt warning lamp and buzzer DrivingAudible lights on warning Rev counter Electric door mirrors Heated door mirrors Clock Trip computer Electro-hydraulic power assisted steering Body colour door mirrors InteriorTool kit Height/reach adjust steering wheel Luggage compartment lighting Varioflex individually removeable/folding rear seats Front door panel storage shelves Interior light with delay Driver's storage box 1.5L bottle holder in front door panels Manual air conditioning Folding centre rear seat - creating rear centre armrest with table and cupholders Cloth upholstery 4 spoke steering wheel Lower glovebox with cover and light Ticket holder Height adjustable driver's seat Box under passenger seat Sun visors Rear reading lights Cigarette lighter Rear coat hooks Front seat back storage pockets Height adjustable front headrests Centre console with 12V outlet/cupholder/storage box Pollen filter Height adjustable rear head restraints Upper glovebox Anchorage loops in luggage compartment Ashtray Parcel shelf 12V socket in rear of vehicle Sliding outer rear seats Height adjustable passenger seat ExteriorThird brake light Solid paint Electric front windows Height adjustable headlamps Body colour door handles 15" Avior alloy wheels Full size steel spare wheel Intermittent windscreen wipers Headlights with clear optics Chrome frame on grille Chrome bar on radiator grille Body coloured panels on door pillars Rear wash/wipe Load sill protection Bodyside mouldings Heated rear window Body colour bumpers Tinted glass In-car entertainment & electronics8 speakers Dance 2 DIN radio with CD + MP3 Auxillary socket for external MP3 player TechnicalABS/MSR + Dual rate brake boost OtherChrome pack - Roomster Finance Delivery After you buy your car, you are welcome to collect it from our Leeds or London handover centre or we can reduce the hassle for you and deliver it to you anywhere in the UK. 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Yes No View Results Search Skoda Roomster road tests and consumer car reviews Read all 11 reviews Have your say! The Skoda Roomster - isn't it lovely having room to play with? If you like your cars rugged, check out the Roomster Scout Trim. Skoda Roomster consumer reviews by year of make: 2005 2007 2008 2009 2010 Road tests Skoda Roomster S 1.4 TDI - The Roomster is the least known of the current model line up at Skoda even though it has been an integral part of their family for several years and in many ways it’s easy to see why. There’s no doubt... read more Recent responses, questions and answers Skoda lease prices | Skoda Roomster lease prices | Skoda Roomster new and nearly new car prices Skoda Roomster from your local car supermarket Other people need your help Your review will help others decide which vehicle to buy. By spending just a little bit of time filling out a review you can share your experiences with other drivers, giving information only owners will talk about, no marketing spiel, just the real thing. We publish all reviews, whether you rate the vehicle high or low. We are impartial. We are independent. We are committed to 100% real reviews. Please give others the benefit of your advice: give them your review. Your review will be checked for offensive language within the next few days and then put on RoadTestReports.co.uk and all of our partners websites. Have your say! Skoda Roomster consumer car reviews Number of reviews: 11 Looking for advice? RoadTestReports.co.uk takes counsel from the Trading Standards Institute Graham Thomson, Hampshire Skoda Roomster 1.9 tdi 2007 We’ve had this car from new. 50k miles and only a slight fault with 2nd gear being synchromesh, fixed under warranty. Fantastically versatile car. Loved by kids because of the big windows. Nice to drive, cheap to run and feels fast. Skoda dealers very good. One of the best value cars you can buy. Submitted: 23/11/2010 21:33:37 | ID: 6552 Respond to this review | Have your say | Request a quote Ciprian Ioanes, Italy Skoda Roomster 1.6 TDI 2010 Well, I don’t have many opportunities to drive a car like this one, but I got the chance. Maybe isn’t big deal as a family car, but I choose it as a van. I use it for work everyday, fighting with traffic the Roomster van is a relief, I’m happy I choose it through many Comercial Vehicles: Fiat Fiorino, Citroen Nemo, Peugeot Bipper, Opel Combo, Ford Transit connect and finally Volkswagen Caddy Van. I studied all on the road, I didn’t drive them I only saw them how they acting in different conditions: between hills, U turns (curves between 90-180 degrees), on wet roads, but this Roomster at first look doesn’t say anything, you must discover her secrets, I study it on the road....amazing because it has challenged my expectations. I never thought a Skoda could do such good stuff, for this make this is a new, and I believe it is a very big leap. Roomster is the perfect Commercial Van for the transporters, not small at all, perfect dimensions, perfect handling, isn’t the best running vehicle, but it does its job pretty well and you’ll not be disappointed. Submitted: 11/08/2010 15:08:49 | ID: 5887 Respond to this review | Have your say | Request a quote Syd Taylor, Staffordshire Skoda Roomster Roomster S 1.4 Diesel 2009 Recognisably different, yet stylistically attractive enough to avoid worrying potential purchasers reluctant to try new things, the Roomster deserves to be judged favourably. Presenting the world with a non-utilitarian appearance, it manages to look reasonable from any angle - no mean trick with a vehicle as upright as this one. The competence of its body design shines through in terms of lots of interior space with a variety of passenger/load permutations. The Roomster is really a five-seater MPV that features a most intelligently designed and flexible interior offering as much space as a two-bed roomed semi. At the front is the ’driving room’ which provides a first class environment for the driver with comfy seating and excellent visibility. Further back you’re in the ’living room’ - a big area that is ’spot on’ for keeping passengers safe, entertained and relaxed. Juggle Skodas ’Varioflex’ seating system and in an instant you have the large cargo hold of a deep-sea freighter. This is a ’Captain Sensible’ car if ever there was one. However, I knew from the start that the Roomster was going to irritate cosy suburban sensibilities. "What is it?" Squealed a sententiously skewed neighbour. "It’s... it’s... unusual." But Skoda isn’t after the approbation of people who buy vacuum-packed Granny Smith apples from Marks and Spencer. This is practical non-conformist styling that’s a little bit daring - and I like that a lot. Being different, though, won’t sustain mediocrity, so I’m pleased to be able to report that in the quality stakes, standards are high. Shut the door, run your hands over the tightly woven fabrics which feel as if they have been recycled from expensive gentlemen’s sports jackets, try out the damped action of the controls. It all inspires confidence. This sense of integrity and solidity is detectable on the road too. The Roomster feels like a car you can trust. There’s a choice of engines from three petrol and three diesel and a choice of three specification levels: S, SE and Scout. with prices starting at just £10,445. Testing the S variant with the smallest diesel engine was quite a revelation. Only 1.4 litres and just 70bhp I mused: the starter motor on my ’superbike’ is more powerful than that. ’Better not head north with a load on board’ I said to myself: ’That’s uphill.’ How wrong I was. The torquey little motor ’pulls like a train’ and without cracking the whip, I was travelling, as briskly as any chap should - secure in the knowledge that fuel was being consumed frugally. Never ones to exaggerate, Skoda are surely conservative in their claims. 53.3 mpg overall, might be the figure attained when heading into a force nine gale - but your leaden-booted correspondent got nearer 60mpg. Those who love to swoosh about, cocooned in sterile silence in the latest diesel powered palaces which pretend to be magic carpets, might comment that this variant of Roomster is not as quiet as their usual inert 5 Series BMW diesel. Well it jolly well isn’t - but it is three million pounds cheaper, gets you from A to B as quickly these days and won’t lose as much money. I found that gruff, torquey little engine a total ’living’ delight. Uphill, down dale, loaded or unloaded it serves you well - just about giving enough ’go’ to let you enjoy the unexpected nimbleness on twisty roads. You can tackle serious journeys in a Roomster. Comfortable accommodation, loads of room, excellent visibility and a wonderfully cohesive air of commonsense about the overall design, make it one of the best ’real world’ travel accessories available. So - when the Roomster crows at the break of dawn, it’s time to be up and away! Submitted: 06/03/2010 14:00:20 | ID: 4784 Respond to this review | Have your say | Request a quote Peter, Kent Skoda Roomster 2 1.9tdi 2007 I have now covered 93,000 miles, the only niggles are rear bearing failed at 80k and occassional issue with the radio where it is on but no sound until you turn the ignition off and on. I do a lot of long motorway runs all over the UK, it has handled family holidy in Scotland with no problems with the hills and tows my trailer for camping with the scouts easily. The economy averages about 52-55mpg, but careful driving can get 60+mpg, when around town I get 45-48mpg. Minor gripes I have about my roomster are 1:) the projector headlights are as good as candles, 2:) the lack of cover between the back seats and parcel shelf is a pain if like me you carry stuff in the boot for work. On the whole a good car, the way the back doors open wide is good for access, very comfortable on long runs but a little noisy on the motorway compared to some cars but is easy to service once the warranty has expired. Submitted: 12/01/2010 22:42:07 | ID: 4266 Respond to this review | Have your say | Request a quote Bryan Varnam, Lincolnshire Skoda Roomster Roomster 2 TDI 80 2008 Ignore the silly fools, this is a good car, at a reasonable price which does what it is actually designed to do. Perfect for the medium family and very versatile and economical. Submitted: 10/12/2009 11:23:55 | ID: 4059 Respond to this review | Have your say | Request a quote Robin Goodman, Cambridgeshire Skoda Roomster Scout 1.9 TDi 2009 Used the scrappage scheme to change my old faithful Volvo V70 for a Roomster Scout 1.9 TDi. Having test driven the smaller diesel engine. I opted for the 1.9 version for the extra pulling power. I’ve completed 2500 miles so far, the only problem being an occasional rattle from the passenger door. The flexibility of the rear seating means that there is more room in the back for two adult passengers than in the Volvo. Load carrying is also impressive. Build quality is good, and it is actually fun to drive! Submitted: 08/09/2009 08:35:42 | ID: 3530 Respond to this review | Have your say | Request a quote Alias Anderle, Perthshire Skoda Roomster 1.9TDI 2008 After 3 Skodas and a couple of Renaults, Roomster 3 1.9 TDI became our new family car last autumn, after a lengthy consideration. It won over its competition (C-Max, Kangoo, Octavia and new Fabia) by design, functionality and uniqueness. Well, least off all by price, but I negotiated a good deal. After remapping the engine that now boasts 140 HP, the car is about everything I had hoped for. And no, I have never bumped against the front door rim let alone hatch... Submitted: 12/05/2009 15:02:12 | ID: 2934 Respond to this review | Have your say | Request a quote Richard Hawker, Worcestershire Skoda Roomster 2007 I had mine for all of 8 months, and having had Skoda’s ever since 1994 to present day, it was the most god awful car I have had. The sharp corners on the exaggerated front and hatch doors are lethal - a couple of head injuries and two body blows! Economy (Level 1 Roomster - petrol) was abysmal, about 38 mpg combined. Too under geared, it is the same engine as my previous (and now current) Fabia, but geared down to the van version Praktik. I would keep well clear of this car Responses to this review What a load of rubbish this man has written. You must be very heavy footed to get such low mpg. Ignore this and give the Roomster a test with an open mind. You will probably be agreeably suprised - Bryan Varnam from Lincolnshire Submitted: 23/01/2009 09:04:33 | ID: 2421 Respond to this review | Have your say | Request a quote John Withill, Yorkshire Skoda Roomster Scout with extra bits 2008 Well I got the Scout 1.9 TDi having opted out from company car schemes . As with all things one gets what one pays for . This vehicle is ideal for ’repping’ and ideal for family use . I suspect if one buys the 1.4 and more basic petrol models one could be as disappointed as the guy above. I have no problems with my Roomster and am very proud of it , especially when the usual Audi or BMW driver gets a bit of a shock when I put my foot down! Remember though - this car isn’t designed for the race track and doesn’t corner well at high speeds... then again it is a good idea to slow down you know! It does 53 MPG on a good run and about 45 in town - I can’t knock that . I would hope that Skoda adopt a six speed forward gear box in future builds and that they also develop a sporty variant. I love mine even if the Government fuel allowance is low - great little car and worth it ... if you buy the Scout 1.9 diesel TDi . Hope that’s ok... oh and to combat the weird front window styling, I bought a red car, and then had some stick on panels made to ’even up’ the sight lines - worked a treat. This car is better looking than the Citroen, Renault and Peugeot models and is much, much cheaper than buying a VW (which of course is where the engine and gear box come from). Highly recommended as far as I am concerned, both for business and family driving. Regards, John. Submitted: 28/07/2008 15:12:11 | ID: 1713 Respond to this review | Have your say | Request a quote Gregory Vignal, Hampshire Skoda Roomster 2005 i have recently brought a Skoda Roomster and i was disappointed with the engines weak power output and i saw it on the web and it looked good now i have it on my drive i’m ashamed and people laugh at me as i drive past. Please take my advice and don�t buy this car!! Responses to this review We have the 1.4 TDI version Roomster 2 and up to date I can not fault it. There are always some fatheads who do not like something thats a bit different - Bryan Varnam from LincolnshireWhat a wimp. The idiots who laugh obviously do not understand cars one bit are Jeremy Clarkson clones. Ignore them. The Roomster is a decent car at decent price and its styling at least shows some thought rather than being like every other boring car - Bryan Varnam from Lincolnshire Actually, Clarkson quite liked the Roomster. He said it shouldn’t be brilliant, but it is - Candida from England Submitted: 05/02/2008 12:00:02 | ID: 1004 Respond to this review | Have your say | Request a quote Stephen Oliver, Hertfordshire Skoda Roomster 1.9 TDi 5dr Skoda have indeed come a long way. The Roomster is a very affordable MPV, not only to buy but to run. I test drove both this model and the 1.6 petrol version but felt the diesel offers a lot more performance wise for only a fraction more money. Bags of space very enjoyable to drive and really well built. More fool you if you overlook this because of the badge name. Submitted: 27/10/2007 22:12:45 | ID: 415 Respond to this review | Have your say | Request a quote Number of reviews: 11 Sponsored listings Submit your own review * First Name : Surname : * County / Country : * Make : * Model : * Year Of Make : Variant : Did you lease or buy? Lease Buy * Star Rating : Newsletter? : Write your report here... * Required How does it compare? 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Read our Skoda Roomster (06 on) review PerformanceDimensionsRunning CostsInsurance 1.2 TSi Petrol 0-60 Top Speed BHP 1.2 TSI S 5d 12.2 s 107 mph 85 bhp (more info) 1.2 TSI SE 5d 12.2 s 107 mph 85 bhp (more info) 1.2 TSI Scout 5d 12.2 s 107 mph 85 bhp (more info) 1.2 TSi (105bhp) Petrol 0-60 Top Speed BHP 1.2 TSI (105bhp) S 5d DSG 10.6 s 114 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.2 TSI (105bhp) SE 5d 10.6 s 114 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.2 TSI (105bhp) SE 5d DSG 10.6 s 114 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.2 TSI (105bhp) Scout 5d 10.6 s 114 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.2 TSI (105bhp) Scout 5d DSG 10.6 s 114 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.2 12V Petrol 0-60 Top Speed BHP 1.2 12V 1 5d 15.4 s 98 mph 70 bhp (more info) 1.2 12V S (04/10-) 5d 15.4 s 99 mph 70 bhp (more info) 1.2 12V S 5d 15.4 s 98 mph 70 bhp (more info) 1.4 12V Petrol 0-60 Top Speed BHP 1.4 16V 1 5d 12.6 s 106 mph 85 bhp (more info) 1.4 16V Petrol 0-60 Top Speed BHP 1.4 16V S 5d 12.6 s 106 mph 85 bhp (more info) 1.4 16V 2 5d 12.6 s 106 mph 85 bhp (more info) 1.4 16V SE 5d 12.6 s 106 mph 85 bhp (more info) 1.4 16V 3 5d 12.6 s 106 mph 85 bhp (more info) 1.4 16V Scout 5d 12.6 s 106 mph 85 bhp (more info) 1.6 16V Petrol 0-60 Top Speed BHP 1.6 16V 1 5d Tiptronic 11.7 s 114 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.6 16V S 5d Tiptronic 12.1 s 111 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.6 16V 2 5d 10.6 s 114 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.6 16V 2 5d Tiptronic 11.7 s 114 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.6 16V SE 5d 10.6 s 114 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.6 16V SE 5d Tiptronic 12.1 s 111 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.6 16V 3 5d 10.6 s 114 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.6 16V 3 5d Tiptronic 11.7 s 114 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.6 16V Scout 5d 10.6 s 114 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.6 16V Scout 5d Tiptronic 12.1 s 114 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.4 TDI PD (70bhp) Diesel 0-60 Top Speed BHP 1.4 TDI PD (70bhp) 1 5d 16.0 s 98 mph 70 bhp (more info) 1.4 TDI PD (70bhp) S 5d 16.0 s 98 mph 70 bhp (more info) 1.4 TDI PD (80bhp) Diesel 0-60 Top Speed BHP 1.4 TDI PD (80bhp) 2 5d 14.2 s 102 mph 80 bhp (more info) 1.4 TDI PD (80bhp) SE 5d 14.2 s 102 mph 80 bhp (more info) 1.4 TDI PD (80bhp) 3 5d 14.2 s 102 mph 80 bhp (more info) 1.4 TDI PD Scout (80bhp) 5d 14.2 s 102 mph 80 bhp (more info) 1.6 TDi Diesel 0-60 Top Speed BHP 1.6 TDI CR SE 5d 12.9 s 106 mph 90 bhp (more info) 1.6 TDI CR Scout 5d 12.9 s 106 mph 90 bhp (more info) 1.6 TDi (105bhp) Diesel 0-60 Top Speed BHP 1.6 TDI CR (105bhp) SE 5d 11.1 s 112 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.6 TDI CR (105bhp) Scout 5d 11.1 s 112 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.9 TDI PD Diesel 0-60 Top Speed BHP 1.9 TDI PD 2 5d 11.1 s 113 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.9 TDI PD SE 5d 11.1 s 113 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.9 TDI PD 3 5d 11.1 s 113 mph 105 bhp (more info) 1.9 TDI PD Scout 5d 11.1 s 113 mph 105 bhp (more info) Login Register Recently viewed Skoda Roomster View all | Forget this Sitemap | Contact Parker's | Advertise | Magazine | Privacy | Resources FHM | Empire | Motorcycle News | Motorcycle Insurance | Car | Today's Golfer