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S c a l a S E m o d e l s co m e e q u i p p e d w i th S ko d a’s B o l e r o
infotainment system as standard. This consists of an 8in
touchscreen that’s used to operate a modest roster of standard
features that includes DAB and Bluetooth connectivity. Satellite
navigation is not part of the package, but the ability to connect
your smartphone via Android Auto or Apple CarPlay means
you can still access navigation apps such as Google Maps or
Waze – provided you have a compatible USB-C cable to hand.
Annoyingly, for anyone who hasn’t yet upgraded to this latest
form of cabling or isn’t in possession of a suitable adapter, the
Scala does not feature any regular USB ports.
This minor complaint aside, the system itself is perfectly
intuitive and responds to your inputs in a relatively slick fashion.
Its graphics don’t exactly stand out as being market leading in
terms of their sophistication, but the screen is certainly clear
and easy to read.
z Test car has analogue dials, although it’s possible
to option the Scala with a fully digital instrument
binnacle, in the style of its Audi and VW cousins.
z Attractive, leather-clad steering wheel houses
switches for infotainment volume and the display’s
menus. Cruise control settings are on a separate stalk.
z Dash trim varies with spec and feels avant-garde by
Skoda’s hitherto utilitarian standards. There’s visual
interest elsewhere, too, but it’s not always convincing.
Multimedia system AAABC