Skoda Rapid from ZR Park: unsportsmanlike behavior. How it works: Myths and legends about the Skoda Rapid

Skoda Rapid is a convenient liftback with many functional solutions for the car owner. However, like any car, the Rapid has its drawbacks. They also influence reviews from owners, who are full of comments regarding various characteristics of the car. Let’s find out what Skoda Rapid drivers are not happy with.

Technical malfunctions

Many Skoda car owners do not like the quality of spare parts. This is especially true for stabilizer bushings. In the cold, the car develops characteristic bushing squeaks, which cannot always be replaced under warranty. If this problem doesn’t bother you too much, you can wait until spring: when it warms up, the squeaking goes away. The main thing is not to smear with silicone - the rubber bands will wear out quickly, as more dirt will stick.

Creaking door seals is another common malfunction of the Skoda Rapid. Car owners complain that the car starts squeaking after the first washes. Possible reason there are small gaps in the velvet fabric. Some people smear these places with laundry soap, others with silicone from the inside.

There are known cases among Skoda owners when the foam in the seats of the driver and passengers breaks. The reason is a manufacturing defect or poor material that cannot withstand the load. But this malfunction bypasses some drivers, and does not appear upon purchase. It is difficult to talk about any pattern in this situation.

It is known that some owners complain about the speakers wheezing in the cold. Official dealers, as a rule, do not comment on this situation. Such disadvantages of the Skoda Rapid especially concern car owners from northern regions RF.

Air conditioning and cooling system

One of the diseases of the Skoda Rapid car is clogging of the lower part of the radiator. This happens due to excessively large holes in the vertical blades of the radiator grille. In this case, the driver may experience possible overheating of the car engine. To avoid this, it is recommended to install an additional protective net.

Among the manufacturer's shortcomings, one can note the flooding of the air conditioner with rainwater. This also applies to the steering rack. Water flows down the windshield on the passenger side, after which it gets under the hood and floods the parts listed above. Perhaps over time the problem will be solved by the manufacturer, or this issue will fall entirely on the shoulders of the car owner.

Transmission elements

A typical breakdown of the Skoda Rapid is a gearbox problem. We are talking about the loss of smoothness of the gear shift mechanism. This happens due to wear on the clutch discs caused by increased operating temperature mechatronics. If you don't want to face similar problem When owning your Skoda Rapid, pay close attention to the manufacturer's advice. When stopping for more than 1 minute, do not be lazy to switch the gearbox from mode D to mode N. This way you will protect your car from premature repairs.

Jerking of the DSG transmission is also a cause of mechatronics malfunction. This problem is quite well known among owners - it occurs already at an early stage of car operation. In previous versions of Skoda, drivers also encountered this typical malfunction. In some cases, in order to find a solution to the issue, it was not even possible to disassemble the device. However, it is best to contact a specialized service if problems occur.

Electronics

U Skoda cars Rapid with low mileage may have problems with electronic devices, namely, with the software of the control unit. This problem can be solved by simply flashing it, but it also requires the owner to spend time and money.

An incorrectly inserted cigarette lighter during vehicle assembly can subsequently cause a short circuit and blown fuse. This moment requires attention from the car owner: watch how you insert the cigarette lighter into place.

Many drivers complain about noise from their car air conditioning. Moreover, the problem concerns not only specific model, but also other Skoda cars. The issue is resolved by installing a new compressor, and often the noise becomes quieter for a short time. Owners complain about defective spare parts, but there are no other solutions yet.

We looked at the main typical malfunctions of Skoda Rapid cars. It can be seen that among the critical shortcomings of the car, only problems with the gearbox can be named. Other disadvantages also occur in other car brands. It is possible and even necessary to deal with them at the stage of buying a car, because dealers provide services for replacing elements under warranty. Overall, the car deserves respect, and even minor problems will not play a decisive role in refusing to buy this beauty.

• Manufacturer - Volkswagen Group Rus, Russia
• Year of manufacture - 2014
• In operation ZR - since July 2014
• Mileage at the time of report - 14,000 km
• Publications in ZR: 2014, No. 10; 2015, no. 5.

I got behind the wheel of the Rapid in October last year, and since then the odometer has counted 9623 km. During the entire period of operation, I never scolded him - there was no reason. Not a single breakdown! Only once did the front left speaker malfunction. For no apparent reason, instead of music, it began to make some kind of rattling sound. I had to change the audio system settings and transfer the sound to the right speakers. But within a day the musical hoarseness disappeared as suddenly as it had appeared. The second breakdown is my fault. One sunny day, trying to block out the bright light, the sun visor pulled too hard - and it jumped out of its mount. With a slight pressure he returned it to its place. The troubles ended there.

The Rapid's interior is comfortable. With my average height (175 cm), I feel very comfortable behind the wheel. The rear seat has convenient child seat mounts.

Another plus is the trunk. The liftback body allows you to make it not just big, but huge. When moving from apartment to apartment, I managed to do without truck, even large household utensils fit without problems. If desired, you can transport the refrigerator or washing machine. Flea dealers will appreciate the size of the hold.

But at first I was not happy with the dynamics - there was absolutely not enough traction. I don’t know if this is due to a relatively weak engine or an automatic transmission.

At sharp pressing On the gas, the Rapid first thinks about it and begins to growl in a deep voice - as if it is preparing to shoot, like a sports car. But you don’t have to strain yourself - the acceleration is very weak. However, I quickly got used to it. You just need to adapt to the road situation in advance and not take unnecessary risks.

In general, the “automatic” Rapid is quite suitable for my driving style. Moreover, a quiet ride results in enviable efficiency.

It is clear that real consumption higher than stated by the manufacturer. In the combined cycle, instead of the promised seven and a half, the Rapid consumes 9–10 liters per hundred, and if you tear from every traffic light, straining the engine, you will get 10–11 liters.

Such a short service life does not allow us to identify all the sores of the machine. But my verdict is this: Rapid is reliable and unpretentious car. With a comfortable fit and a decent interior. The trunk is the envy of classmates and even larger cars.

Story No. 1

The Rapid model appeared four years ago

In fact, the first Skoda generation The Rapid appeared not four years ago, but in 1935-6, 80 years before the current model, bearing the historical, revived name.

The only thing they have in common is their purpose: to serve. vehicle for all occasions for poor families, in the Czech Republic and in Europe.

And these days in Belarus, where modifications are supplied Rapid Czech And Russian production, adapted for severe operating conditions, as stated by the manufacturer.

Verdict: Story #1 is 100% a myth.

Story No. 2

Gasoline Skoda engines Rapid 1.6 is problematic, knocks when cold, needs repair

At the start produced by Skoda Rapid equipped MPI motors EA111 type CFNA, displacement 1.6 liters. The first series were indeed distinguished by sound effects in the form of a knock when starting from a cold state. This knock lasted from a few seconds in warm weather to several minutes in cold weather and disappeared as the engine warmed up. The reason is a design flaw, insufficient diameter of the piston bottom for this shape of its skirt.

As a result, during the reciprocating movement of the piston in the cylinder, a so-called off-design shift of the piston swinging on the piston pin occurred, accompanied by a knocking sound. Most engines could drive with this knocking noise for tens or hundreds of thousands of kilometers, but in some cases the symptom progressed, the engines began to “murmur” over the entire temperature range, from starting to operating. Opening and defect detection of such engines showed that the effect was accompanied by scratches and scuffs on the piston skirts, exactly as in this photograph.

The manufacturer's engineers quickly figured out the problem; in 2013, the pistons were modified, the diameter was increased and the configuration of the skirts was changed, and they were sent both on the conveyor and as spare parts to dealers, who accepted the owners' complaints and resolved them by replacing the pistons.

Since the second half of last year, 2015, the issue of 1.6 engines has been completely resolved, the EA111 type CFNA engines have become history, replaced by the EA211 type CWVA of the same displacement.

These are completely different power units, more powerful by 5 hp. predecessor, with timing belt drive. There are no such problems for them.

Verdict: This story has a basis and is therefore not a myth. The issue has now been completely resolved.

Story No. 3

Skoda Rapid is a noisy car, the engine is loud

And this story is not groundless. If with turbo engines TSI Skoda The Rapid does not differ in any noise in principle, but with the previous “aspirated” 1.6 CFNA there was such a nuance. As soon as the tachometer needle touched the 2500 rpm mark and moved further in acceleration mode, the rustling of the engine and its rumble exhaust system became audible more than we would like. However, last year's installation of the new 1.6 CWVA with a quieter timing belt drive, while simultaneously increasing cabin sound insulation, largely solved this problem.

Now the muffled grumbling of the exhaust system reaches the cabin only in acceleration modes, at speeds above 3300-3500 rpm.

Verdict: This story is also not a myth, but it is also a thing of the past.

Story No. 4

The Skoda Rapid's interior is boring

At the end of 2015 Skoda salon The Rapid has changed a little in design, the center console has undergone changes.

The new audio system is a real design find.

Its shape is simple and concise, the purpose of all the keys is intuitive, and the screen, “fitted” into the volume control ring, is perfectly readable, despite its small size. But there is still no riot of variety of shapes and colors, because the main thing, from the point of view of Czech engineers, is convenience, comfort, ensuring low fatigue of the driver and crew, and good visibility. And from this point of view, the Skoda Rapid interior, its workplace The drivers are almost flawless. The car is not a circus, and driving it is not a clownery to cause fun and entertain with red and blue lights on the nose, cap and sleeves.

Verdict: We believe that God's gift should not be confused with scrambled eggs. What is appropriate in entertainment venues is not appropriate when driving a car, and we are glad that Skoda Auto understands this 100%. A myth of the purest water.

Story No. 5

Skoda Rapid – very spacious car, both for cargo and passengers

The Rapid trunk is a bin. Without quotes. Giant branded trunk Skoda bodies“liftback”, that is, a hatchback with a huge rear door, looking like a sedan, has an impressive volume of 550 liters, a low loading height, rectangular space and at the same time is completely devoid of the main drawback of any sedan, a narrow opening. Georgia - I don’t want to. And the Rapid’s carrying capacity is also impressive, over half a ton. Let's say without exaggeration: there is no more practical, convenient and spacious trunk than the Skoda Rapid in this size class of cars. And if you fold the backs of the rear row of seats, the volume of loading space increases to one and a half cubic meters.

True, when folding the backrests there is no flat surface with the trunk floor, a step is formed, but for the vast majority of cases this will not be a problem.

In terms of cargo transportation capabilities, the Skoda Rapid is the clear champion in the class. Let's move on to the passenger seats.

Wheelbase (distance between front and rear axle) for Rapid - 2602 mm. The figure is impressive but not a record in the class, however, the doorway is wide, the opening angle of the rear door is close to 90 degrees and the space is rear seats very significantly. That’s why Alexey, a member of our test crew, settled down so freely, like a director. In general, with passenger transportation Rapid is also doing well; the car is as spacious and roomy as possible in this class of vehicle. It will be convenient for young people, children and the elderly.

Verdict: This story is the absolute truth.

Story #6

The rear suspension of the Skoda Rapid has features that limit its cross-country ability

We hung the first Skoda Rapid we found in the workshop on a lift to figure out this story, and in general, to find out how suitable the car is for use in heavy conditions. road conditions, taking advantage of the opportunity.

Almost the entire underbody of the Rapid, from the front bumper to fuel tank“sewn up” with sheets of protective plastic. Dirt and sandblasting - no chance.

Only in the tunnel where the exhaust system is laid, there is no plastic. It’s clear: the temperatures are high, which is why a special heat shield is installed there. Another advantage is the powerful suspension of exhaust system parts, pipes, resonators, and mufflers. Even if the bottom is firmly packed in snow or mud, it is unlikely that you will be able to tear them off the fastenings when leaving.

The Czechs also did not skimp on anti-corrosion and anti-gravel protection.

This picture is everywhere, from the sills and all over the bottom. Everything is filled with “anti-gravel” under the paintwork, and spilled with anti-corrosion compounds.

In the wheel arches there are plastic fender lockers, which also have a protective function.

Now let's take a look at the pendants.

Front classic McPherson with stamped L-shaped lever and bolted ball joints. Replacing them, as well as replacing silent blocks, will not be any problem, including money. And on the rear axle we have two surprises.

From a design point of view, there are no surprises. A very popular suspension design on trailing arms connected by a torsion beam, simple, reliable and durable, allowing you to achieve decent ride quality, with proper configuration. The first surprise of the rear axle is the brakes. They are disk. A complete “break of the pattern” in the class of accessible technology, where drums are almost everywhere brake mechanisms behind. Turns out, disc brakes are installed on the Rapid rear axle in the case of configurations with powerful TSI turbo engines and with diesel engines. If the car is equipped with MPI naturally aspirated engines, drums will be installed. An absolutely clear solution: a faster or heavier car needs more powerful brakes. As for the second surprise, we recognize the low location of the support cups of the rear suspension springs. The designers deliberately placed the spring blocks lower to increase trunk space. The space has been freed up, but now there is a nuance that needs to be taken into account when entering parking lot curbs and when driving in ruts outside the asphalt.

Verdict: In general, the Skoda Rapid is very well protected and adapted to use in our conditions, including beyond asphalt. But the nuance is rear suspension There is. This “story” is not a myth.

Story No. 7

Skoda Rapid suspension is a bit harsh

To find out the veracity of this story, we drove onto a gravel road, with turns of varying steepness and areas of outright “washboard”

It turned out that the suspensions quietly and elastically, without rattling on compression or clanging on rebound, “swallow” a broken gravel road. At the same time, in turns, we checked the settings of the chassis, steering and trajectory stabilization system, which is now in Rapid, starting with basic configuration. There is no drift, when the car tries to slide out of the turn, no skidding - the car willingly obeys the steering wheel and drives only “slipping”, staying on the verge of sliding. Only a true “headless horseman” can fly off the line, making every conceivable mistake in choosing a safe speed and control.

Verdict: Story No. 7 is a myth of the purest water, born on the Internet by characters who have never driven a Skoda Rapid.

We have analyzed the seven most common stories about the Skoda Rapid on the Internet. Some of them turned out to be the purest truth, some were either partially true, or the issues raised in the story were resolved by the manufacturer, and some turned out to be 100% a myth.

Instead of the traditional conclusion, this time we will give the story of Alexander, real owner Rapid with about a year of experience, who was met on the evening of the test day.

– Our family is not the smallest, two children, sons four and six years old. We also quite often travel quite a distance to visit, and we have a dacha, so small hatchbacks and sedans, in principle, are not for us. The former have a small trunk, and the latter have funny trunk openings; if you happen to transport it to a dacha or house, you will have to hire a car, no matter how many liters there are in the trunk of the sedan. They planned to buy only a new car; there were enough used ones to get enough of them. It turned out that with our approach to choosing, Rapid had only one competitor, and that one dropped out after the first test drive on each. The Czech turned out to be much more comfortable, quieter, and handles better.

What can I say: Skoda is completely satisfied. Both the trunk and the interior. And fuel consumption is normal, it never rises above 8-8.5 liters. The way it drives around the city and on the highway is also completely satisfactory, and it’s good for the children, especially since the car warms up quickly and stays warm. The only thing missing is a heated windshield, for some reason Skoda doesn’t install it on the Rapid at all, and a “windshield wiper” on rear window, whose dimensions are not small. But as for the “windshield wiper”, the dealer simply didn’t have the car equipped with it in stock. In general, I'm already used to it without him, it's not the same a big problem it turned out. But overall we are happy with the car. What the family needs.

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There is a desire to purchase this car, but you only have enough money for a used car, then you need to carefully study all the weak points of these cars, otherwise, after the purchase, you will have to spend a certain amount on eliminating breakdowns that arose as a result of operation by the former owner. Skoda Rapid is considered a high-quality product, but its condition, like other car models, can be affected by unscrupulous care.

Disadvantages of the Skoda Rapid

• It would seem that the factory uses high-quality metal, but the wheel arches may suffer from corrosion (again, it depends on the year of manufacture, but it’s worth paying attention!). The same applies to the metal under the trunk covering. This area is the weakest, especially if there was no initial anti-corrosion treatment.
• If rapid has become your choice, then you need to pay attention to Windshield. Sometimes it happens that there are small chips and cracks on it, which can cause its immediate replacement. Even the smallest chip can turn into a whole web in a week. It must be taken into account that for of this car characterized by vibrations and a harsh suspension, which will significantly speed up the process.
• The car model is prone to problems with seat belts, so they will also need to be carefully inspected. It happens that Rapid arrives from the factory with belts that cannot fully function.
• It is extremely important to look under the hood, since sometimes the Rapid's connections are not sealed. This includes both threaded connections and valve covers. Otherwise, you soon risk encountering breakdowns of important units.
• The most significant “jamb” is the radiator, which is prone to malfunctions. If there are noticeable smudges on it, this may be a sign of a faulty unit. That is, with such a unit the engine will not receive proper cooling. But what’s more, at the most inopportune moment, it can simply leak out quickly.

How can you check the above disadvantages of Rapid without special equipment?

A) Skoda tries to use durable metal alloys in the process of creating body components. But the wheel area is a weak point, so an inspection of this area is required. They could especially suffer if proper care was not provided.
B) The glass must be examined very carefully. For example, if any of them have tinting, then most likely the glass has been replaced. The Skoda factory does not install tint.
C) To check the functionality of the belts, it is enough to test them in action. To do this, you should jerk all the belts sharply. If the belt does not come out with a sharp jerk, then everything is in order.
D) If even small cracks are visible on the connections, they can cause serious problems with car. The fact is that with such damage, liquid leaks may occur.
E) Not only the presence of streaks can be a sign of a malfunction of a unit such as a radiator. Rust can also indicate this, white coating. Especially in summer weather, it is important to have a working radiator that can prevent engine overheating.

Weaknesses of the Skoda Rapid

And in addition to the above, it is worth noting that this article does not talk about the shortcomings of these cars, but specifically about the weak points:

1. It is not uncommon for a problem to arise with an engine mount, a characteristic knocking sound appears, but it is not possible to understand that it is the mount without visiting a car service center. You just need to ride and listen;
2. Another “sore” is the creaking of rubber seals, especially in subzero temperatures. But this can also be considered a disadvantage. Since this is a design flaw and it is unlikely that anything can be done here;
3. Depending on the configuration on the Rapid, the quality of gluing of plastic elements is unsatisfactory. Therefore, in this case it is necessary to check this;
4. depending on the year of manufacture, the Skoda Rapid may experience software problems;
5. Most car owners complain about the speakers working in cold weather. Most likely, this is also a defect of the manufacturer and is a drawback, but the problem can be eliminated by replacing them;
6. It is necessary to pay attention to the possible creaking of the stabilizer struts, to the operation of the engine and gearbox.

Conclusion.
The Skoda Rapid is attractive and attractive in many ways. reliable car, but it is no exception regarding breakdowns. Naturally, many faults can be detected independently. But in order to be completely sure that the machine is in good working order, it is preferable to check it for special equipment. If this is not possible, then you can invite a friend who is knowledgeable in car repair and operation to inspect the car, who, at least on the operation of components and assemblies, will tell you by creaking, squeaking or whistling. possible malfunction Skoda.
In the comments to the article we will be glad for your messages about possible weak points data of vehicles and frequently failing components and assemblies.

Frequent malfunctions and weak sides Used Skoda Rapid was last modified: October 16, 2018 by Administrator

Skoda Rapid is a Czech liftback (a car with a flat body type) with 5 doors. It was released by Skoda Auto in 2012, and in Russia it began to be sold 2 years later, in 2014, and then, almost immediately, it gained wide popularity as a representative of the economy class, and its spacious multi-seat interior made it indispensable for large families. Now, almost 3 years later, Rapid remains a popular car in Russian market, and to understand why this is so, let's look at its strengths and weaknesses.

Advantages

• The main advantage of the car can be called its high capacity— it can accommodate 5 people of average build, so in such a car you can easily transport the whole family with children, including grandparents, as well as pets. Plus, it has a fairly large trunk, so the same family can go in full force, for example, to the dacha or shopping.
• In addition to spaciousness, the interior is also comfortable.: It’s comfortable to sit in the back, there are armrests on the sides, knees don’t rest anywhere, and passengers can freely turn and lean in all directions. True, if a tall person sits in the back, his head will hit the body ceiling, but this is not a problem, since mostly children and old people ride in the back, and a one-time passenger can tolerate it.
• Convenient for the driver— the chair can be adjusted in 3 planes, height and depth, and the steering wheel angle can be changed in 2 planes, there is also an armrest and handles. It's easy to get in and out of the car, and you can sleep in it, since the front seats recline to form a kind of bed.
• The salon is tasteful, even in the basic configuration, in which gray and black colors predominate, so being in the car is not only comfortable, but also pleasant. If you buy it a little more expensive, there will be more colors - more silver will be added, and the surfaces will not be so monotonous.
• Presentable appearance . Despite the fact that the car is essentially an economy class car, it does not at all resemble a “cattle truck”. The Skoda Rapid looks elegant, but is by no means tasteless, it does not have pompous protruding X-type lines, and in general, in general, the car is a classic one.
• The bottom of the hull is quite high from the ground surface, Skoda Rapid, in general, is adapted for Russian roads, but is intended only for the city. In rural areas, it will hopelessly get stuck in any more or less deep hole. And although the ground clearance could be made higher, then the diameter of the wheels would also have to be increased, because otherwise the appearance would lose harmony. In other words, with an additional lift of the bottom, the car would no longer be economy class, and would consume more gasoline.
• Engine power is optimally suited to urban conditions. There are 75 hiding under the hood of Rapid Horse power, and the engine displacement is 1.2 liters. This configuration allows for good fuel economy during repeated stops at traffic lights and slow driving, although at the same time, the car can easily accelerate to 120 km/h on a straight road when the interior is 3/5 loaded. That is this model designed mainly for the city, but also suitable for short intercity trips.
• Fairly bright headlights. When the fog lights are turned on, the viewing radius increases significantly - the roadside becomes visible, and from both sides.
• Large glove compartment. Its area is 630 square centimeters (this is larger than an A4 sheet), so a filled women's handbag can easily fit into it.
• By heating the seats You can drive in cold weather, and on top of that, the car warms up faster (only with the driver).
• The salon is well lit, both front and rear. On a dark night in the car you can read, even small print.

Flaws

• The most important disadvantage of the Skoda Rapid is suspension stiffness, What's on Russian roads gets worse many times over. When driving, you can feel even small bumps, and if, God forbid, you have to drive onto a rural road, then in general, at least put a pillow on the chair. But those Russians who have been traveling for many years inexpensive cars, are already accustomed to this feature of Russian roads, so it’s not scary for them.
• The car interior is finished with 100% plastic, which in turn is painted in different colors (depending on the configuration). This paint is very easy to scratch - just throw your keys or phone on the steering wheel panel, and the plastic will begin to become exposed. The same applies to the glove compartment. If you take this car, try not to make any movements that could damage the coating, as scratches are very noticeable there.
• Due to the fact that the engine is not very powerful, The car takes a long time to warm up even in the fall, so the car is not suitable for those who often have to “break out”, and where can you get away with such a 5-seater car, which is designed to transport a family?
• There is no light bulb in the glove compartment as standard, however, there is a nest there for her. That is, you will have to buy it yourself.
• No windshields, so in rainy weather it is impossible to open the window, as water begins to flow into the cabin. But you can also install them yourself.
• Inconvenient location of the ashtray- under the gear shift lever. It is easy to miss, and its contents are not very visible due to the same lever, which blocks the view. So it’s unclear whether the cigarette butt hit the right place or not.

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