Škoda Scala

The Škoda Scala is a five-seat hatchback measuring 4,430 mm in length. It is powered by a three-cylinder petrol engine with a displacement of 1,065 cm³ and output of 82 kW, capable of reaching a top speed of 202 km/h and emitting 125 g/km of CO₂. The vehicle has a kerb weight of 1,230 kg. In Norway, the Scala saw modest registrations during 2019–2020, with 126 new registrations in 2019 declining to 104 in 2020.
| Manufacturer | Škoda |
|---|---|
| Body type | Hatchback |
| Kerb weight | 1,128 kg |
| Displacement | 1,040 cc |
| Top speed | 202 km/h |
| Length | 4,364 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,486 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
New registrations in Norway
Number of Škoda Scala registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Škoda Scala cars registered for the first time across 25 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Czechia | 9,517 |
| Germany | 6,964 |
| Poland | 4,876 |
| United Kingdom | 4,023 |
| Spain | 2,519 |
| Slovakia | 1,957 |
| France | 1,551 |
| Romania | 1,540 |
| Austria | 1,539 |
| Hungary | 1,034 |
| Croatia | 946 |
| Netherlands | 641 |
| Bulgaria | 622 |
| Belgium | 566 |
| Italy | 435 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Škoda Scala (from registration data). 3 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 l · 3-cyl | – | – | 201 km/h | – | – |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 220 km/h | – | – |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 200 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Generations
Other Škoda models
Similar Hatchback models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 91% of Škoda Scalas pass their MOT test first time, based on 4,878 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Škoda Scala in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Škoda recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Škoda Scala?
- The Škoda Scala has a rated top speed of 202 km/h.
- What are the dimensions of the Škoda Scala?
- The Škoda Scala is 4,364 mm long, 1,790 mm wide and 1,486 mm tall.
- How much does the Škoda Scala weigh?
- The Škoda Scala has a kerb weight of about 1,128 kg.
- How many seats does the Škoda Scala have?
- The Škoda Scala has 5 seats.