Used Skoda Superb 2015-2024 review

What's the used Skoda Superb like?

The Skoda Superb isn't short of intimidating competition. Being an executive car – and a rather large one, too – it has to deal with a fair few premium rivals also vying for your hard-earned cash.

We're talking about the Audi A6, BMW 5 Series and Mercedes E-Class, among other compelling options, so does the Superb feel like the clear odd one out? Absolutely not.

Overview

The incredibly spacious Skoda Superb is comfortable, well equipped and great value used

Pros

• Vast interior and boot
• Good value for money used
• High-quality materials

Cons

• Some rivals are more fun to drive
• Diesel engines are occasionally gruff
• 2.0-litre petrols are quick, but rather thirsty

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£23,995

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£23,999

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£24,100

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£24,895

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£24,970

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£25,295

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£25,311

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£25,790

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Firstly, no other car in its class can match it for space, so if that's what's most important to you, the Superb has won the vote before it even turns a wheel. There’s more to buying a used car than that, of course – but the good news is that the Superb delivers just about everywhere else too.

• Looking for an older car? Read our 2008-2015 Skoda Superb and 2002-2008 Skoda Superb used buying guides

Engines: The Superb sits on a stretched version of the Volkswagen Golf platform and comes with a wide choice of excellent engines. The 123bhp 1.4-litre petrol props up the range, followed by a more powerful 148bhp version (replaced with a 1.5-litre petrol with the same power output from 2018 onwards).

There are also a couple of versions of the 2.0-litre petrol (217bhp or 276bhp), but it’s the 118bhp 1.6-litre and 148bhp 2.0-litre diesels that dominated sales and are the most prevalent on the used market. The 2.0 TDI is also available with 187bhp and can be had with a dual-clutch automatic gearbox and four-wheel drive. Later models also introduced a 1.4-litre petrol-electric hybrid option.

Trims and equipment: As far as trims go, entry-level S models are better equipped than most cars for the money, featuring a 6.5in touchscreen, air-con, Bluetooth connectivity and a DAB radio. SE adds 17in alloy wheels, dual-zone climate control, rear parking sensors and adaptive cruise.

SE Technology is a business-based trim that adds sat-nav, front parking sensors and an electric driver’s seat with memory function. Even the pricier SE L Executive and Laurin & Klement models are great value for money compared with similarly equipped offerings from Audi, BMW and Mercedes.

Sportline and Sportline Plus trims, which sit between SE L Executive and Laurin & Klement, were added later, offering larger alloys and extra styling details, including sporty carbon fibre exterior ones.

Ride and handling: On the road, all the engines give the Superb reasonable pace despite its generous proportions, and on-paper fuel economy is impressive for such a competent executive car. The Superb rides and handles well, too, although not with the outright vigour of some of the smaller VW Group cars that share its platform. It doesn't have quite the panache of some rivals, but it’s a refined companion on motorways.

Interior and practicality: Turning to the interior, the driving position is good, the dashboard and major instruments and controls are all laid out in a clear and logical way, and the quality of the materials used is high. There is masses of interior space up front and even more lounging room in the back.

The boot – which is easily accessed via a hatchback tailgate – is long and deep, and holds significantly more than those of the Superb's main rivals. If you want an even longer load bay, there's the estate version, which has an even bigger boot. Head on over to our used Skoda Superb Estate 2015-present review if you're interested.

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Ownership cost

What used Skoda Superb will I get for my budget?

It’s possible to pick up a Superb for around £6000, but it's likely to be one with a high mileage. If you increase the budget slightly to between £10,000 and £12,000, you’ll have your pick of good 2016 and 2017 cars, all with an average mileage for the year, a full service history and bought from an independent or franchised dealer. For £13,000-£15,000, you can get an excellent 2019 car that'll satisfy the same criteria. Expect to spend £18,000 to £20,000 on a 2020 and £22,000 to £25,000 on a 2021 or 2022 car, more for a 2023 or 2024 model.

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Our recommendations

Which used Skoda Superb should I buy?

Specification

As far as trim goes, the S model is fine, but we’d be tempted to spend a bit more money and find an example in SE Technology trim, which has the best compromise of equipment and price. SE L and SE L Executive add a number of tempting luxuries, while the top-of-the-range Laurin & Klement model will appeal to those who appreciate an upgraded stereo and not having to scrape ice from the windscreen (it has an electrically heated one).

Engine

Among the later post-2018 cars, we prefer the 1.5 TSI 150 engine, which is smooth, punchy and economical. The earlier 1.4-litre petrol is similarly refined. Neither of the two 2.0-litre petrol engines is worth the added expense in fuel unless you do mainly urban driving.

Our favourite Skoda Superb 1.5 TSI 150 SE Technology

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Alternatives

What alternatives should I consider to a used Skoda Superb?

The Volkswagen Passat is a cousin of the Skoda Superb and is just as good to drive and huge inside. It rides well, too, and the diesel engines are a touch more refined than those in the Superb. The interior is a classy place to be and it’s good value on the used car forecourts.

The Vauxhall Insignia Grand Sport is relatively cheap to buy both new and used, as well as being well-equipped and reasonable to drive. Its rear head room is a little tight for an otherwise large car and the boot is much smaller than a Superb's but it’s still worth a look.

Though it may not be quite as practical as the Superb, the Mazda 6 is a solid alternative. Examples are widely available on the used market – often for cheaper prices than the Superb. It offers good value for money, is fuel efficient and comes with an easy-to-use infotainment system.

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