Skoda Roomster

The Skoda Roomster is MPV which is expected to be launched in India .The exact date of lunch is not conformed yet but sources say that the launch could be anytime in 2009. The cross over Roomster is expected to come with a 1.2,1.4,1.6 petrol engine. The Diesel engine could be 1.9 turbo charged engine which  now powers the Skoda ocatavia. While the petrol engine could be a bit noisy the diesel engine is quite docile. The steering is light and the turning circle which is tight offers to give a very pleasurable driving experience.The outer body has a BMW look with a flame like finishing and lot curves defining the exterior. The outwardly pushed wheel gives more ground clearance and a firm feel to the car. 


The all new Skoda Roomster is expected to have 1.4 liter petrol engine which is one of the best selling engines, along with 1.2 and 1.6 liter petrol ones. On the other hand, the 1.9 liter turbo diesel readily offers strong pull and flexibility. You may also find 70 and 80 bhp 1.4 diesels. However, in India it is largely expected to inherit its1.9 liter 90 bhp diesel engine from Octavia.

The grandness of the exterior doesn’t exactly convert into the interiors. Overall the car is big on space and competes among the biggies in its class.The safety features are by no means comprised. The Roomster has passed pedestrian tests. The car sports child seat mountings and with two airbags for the driver.Curtain airbags come as an option.The steering is two way adjustable along with the seats providing better conditions for the driver . The dashboard projects forward giving ample visibility . The thick pillars proves a bit troublesome to view the nose.


The seats at the rear can be removed for additional luggage space. The seats are a tad heavy to handle . Seating for three is amply provided. Cruise control is available in higher versions.The car lacks rear speakers and is loaded with electronic windows and othercommon features. Whether the Roomster is any match for any car will be seen only when it comes out.

The all new Roomster is laden with electric front windows, music player and a socket to plug you MP3 player. However, you may miss the remote control door locking system and the rear speakers. If you move up to the more upgraded versions you would find air-conditioning, alloy wheels and electrically adjustable door mirrors. Cruise control is present in the range topping cars where as scout cars are more equipped like top trim cars.

Expected Price : INR 15lacs.