Škoda Yeti

The Škoda Yeti is a five-seat SUV powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine with four cylinders producing 90 kW. It measures 4,357 mm in length and has a kerb weight of 1,434 kg, with a top speed of 179 km/h. Two recalls have been registered in the EU Safety Gate database for this model.
| Manufacturer | Škoda |
|---|---|
| Body type | SUV |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Engine power | 81 kW (109 hp) |
| Kerb weight | 1,525 kg |
| Displacement | 1,286 cc |
| Top speed | 179 km/h |
| Length | 4,220 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,689 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 2 European countries that registered the Škoda Yeti in 2023 (12 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Škoda Yeti (from registration data). 5 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 176 km/h | – | – |
| 1.4 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 185 km/h | – | – |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 175 km/h | – | – |
| 1.8 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 197 km/h | – | – |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 188 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Generations
Other Škoda models
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 83% of Škoda Yetis pass their MOT test first time, based on 76,373 inspections.
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
2 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Škoda Yeti. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Spain)
In the event that the side airbag is activated, the inflator casing of the airbag may be damaged. Small metal fragments may come away from the casing as a result and could injure the driver or passenger.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-04-29
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Czechia)
Due to a faulty connection, parts of the front-seat belts tensioners could become detached on deployment in an accident and enter the vehicle interior, putting the occupants at risk of injury.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2017-07-07
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 Yeti?
- The Škoda Yeti has a rated top speed of 179 km/h.
- How much power does the Škoda Yeti have?
- The Škoda Yeti produces 81 kW (109 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Škoda Yeti?
- The Škoda Yeti is 4,220 mm long, 1,790 mm wide and 1,689 mm tall.
- How much does the Škoda Yeti weigh?
- The Škoda Yeti has a kerb weight of about 1,525 kg.
- How many seats does the Škoda Yeti have?
- The Škoda Yeti has 5 seats.