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Follow on Google News | The Arrival Of The Yeti Is Getting CloserThe Yeti takes ŠKODA’s experience of more than 100 years of car development and sets new standards in the compact SUV segment.
By: Skoda Australia The ŠKODA Yeti’s (http://www.skoda.com.au/ Developers of the Yeti believe that the compact SUV class can only achieve lasting success with an environmentally sound and affordable engine strategy. Therefore, the Yeti’s engine range is based on ŠKODA’s downsizing strategy, reducing capacity while at the same time increasing performance, thanks to highly-sophisticated forced induction. The engine range includes a petrol and diesel, both with their own sets of advantages. The two-wheel drive Yeti is powered by the 1.2-litre TSI petrol engine delivering 77kW and 175Nm between 1,550 and 4,100rpm. This engine is paired with the innovative seven-speed DSG transmission (or six-speed manual). The Yeti 4x4 is powered by the economical 2.0-litre TDI diesel engine with 103kW and 320Nm from 1,750 - 2,500rpm. It comes with a six-speed DSG transmission (or six-speed manual). The ŠKODA Yeti bears attributes typical of the brand and gives the new compact SUV (http://www.skoda.com.au/ This means the evocative rib-shaped grille with the distinct chrome surround and the ŠKODA logo centred above. Additional lights, sited ‘inside’ the headlights, provide the Yeti with character, lending the front end a friendly look. The side view is dominated by clean lines, the distinct wheelarches and wings confer on the compact SUV a unique character, while the lower body protective panels are classic hallmarks of a vehicle with off-road capability. The black C pillars and standard roof rails round off the robust shape. The rear design is just as unfussy: the rear lights are C-shaped and the smooth, vertical tailgate opens easily and far upwards, allowing easy access to the boot. The ŠKODA Yeti achieved the highest rating of five stars in the independent Euro NCAP crash tests. Thanks to the use of high-strength steel, the Yeti’s passenger cell offers a strong survival space for driver and passengers in the event of an accident. The Yeti also gives vulnerable road users, such as pedestrians, high levels of protection in a collision as the bonnet is designed to absorb on impact. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is standard on all Yetis (including ABS, EBD, ASR and Hill Hold Control) while seven airbags (which includes a driver’s knee airbag) protect passengers in the event of an accident. More information regarding the ŠKODA Yeti will be available closer to launch. The ŠKODA Yeti (with front-wheel drive) will be available in Australia from a competitive price of $28,690*. The ŠKODA Yeti 4x4 will be available from $35,690*. * Prices quoted are Manufacturer List Prices excluding dealer delivery charges, which may vary from dealer to dealer and statutory charges, which vary from state to state. For further information, contact: Karl Gehling General Manager Press and PR Telephone: (02) 9695 6003 Fax: (02) 9695 6186 Mobile: 0409 138 069 E-mail: karl.gehling@ Nina Conacher Media Relations Specialist Telephone: (02) 9695 6082 Fax: (02) 9695 6186 Mobile: 0407 765 142 E-mail: nina.conacher@ Jenny Wu Public Relations Representative Telephone: (02) 9695 6004 Fax: (02) 9091 7004 Mobile: 0438 455 023 E-mail: jenny.wu@volkswagen.com.au # # # --ABOUT SKODA-- Skoda is very proud of their safe, quality cars and have recently won awards for the Skoda Yeti. (http://www.skoda.com.au/ End
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