Powertrains: Debut of mild hybrid, plug-in hybrid with up to 120 kilometres of electric range

› Six powertrain options: 1.5 TSI with mild-hybrid technology, plus two 2.0 TSI petrol engines and two 2.0 TDI diesels
› Power outputs: ranging from 110 kW (150 hp) to 195 kW (265 hp), DSG as standard, top diesel and the top petrol model come with all-wheel drive
› Improved plug-in hybrid for the Combi estate, to become available for the Superb Hatch later on: second generation offers up to 120 kilometres of electric range
› Well-tuned chassis: DCC Plus adaptive chassis control for even better comfort and improved driving dynamics

Mladá Boleslav, 28 August 2024 – The new Škoda Superb is available with six different powertrains with outputs ranging from 110 kW (150 hp) to 195 kW (265 hp). Three petrol engines, including a 1.5 TSI now equipped with mild-hybrid technology, are joined by two diesels. The Superb Combi iV features a second‑generation plug-in hybrid drive that enables an all-electric range of up to 120 kilometres as well as DC charging. The plug in hybrid drive will later on also become available for the Superb Hatch. All models come with DSG. All-wheel drive is standard on the top diesel and the top petrol model. The improved DCC Plus adaptive chassis control now supports an even wider range of damping characteristics.

In the second-generation plug-in hybrid drive, Škoda now combines the electric motor with a 110 kW (150 hp) 1.5 TSI petrol engine, for a joint system output of 150 kW (204 hp). This power is transmitted to the front wheels via a 6-speed DSG. Another new feature is the high-voltage battery with a gross capacity of 25.7 kWh, around twice as much as in the predecessor model. As a result, the Superb Combi iV’s all-electric range increases by over 50 kilometres to up to 120 kilometres on the WLTP cycle. The plug-in hybrid drive will also become available for the Superb Hatch at a later date. The battery can be charged from 0 to 100 per cent in 2.5 hours, with a maximum charging rate of 11 kW at domestic wallboxes and AC charging points. For DC charging, the maximum charging rate is 50 kW*. Recharging the battery from 10 to 80 per cent takes 25 minutes. The PHEV’s fuel tank for the petrol engine has a capacity of 45 litres.

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In addition to the plug-in hybrid version, which will also become available for the Superb Hatch later on, there are three petrol engines and two diesels to choose from. All are mated to a 7-speed DSG. The 1.5 TSI petrol engine is the first in the model series to feature mild-hybrid technology with a closed system consisting of a 48‑volt belt‑driven starter‑generator and a 48-volt lithium-ion battery. The battery is located under the front passenger seat. Energy recovered during braking supports the internal combustion engine with an electric boost or allows the vehicle to coast with the engine completely switched off. In addition, ACT+ active cylinder deactivation enables the 1.5 TSI to switch off two cylinders when their power is not needed in order to reduce fuel consumption. The 142 kW (193 hp) top-of-the-range diesel and the 195 kW (265 hp) petrol range-topper are equipped with all wheel drive as standard. Up to 100 per cent of the drive torque can be directed to the rear axle and as much as 85 per cent to a single wheel. All engines come with a 66-litre fuel tank.

The DCC Plus adaptive chassis control system offers an outstanding blend of increased comfort and improved dynamic driving behaviour. The new system utilises two independently controlled valves per shock absorber instead of a single one. This allows the rebound and compression stages to be controlled separately. In addition, the dampers respond more quickly and extend the range of available damping characteristics. DCC Plus is available as an option for the Selection trim level and above, as part of the Drive Plus Package, and comes as standard on the Superb L&K.

The powertrain line-up for the Škoda Superb
Engines	Power	Torque	Transmission	Drive
PHEV
1.5 TSI iV**	150 kW / 204 hp	350 Nm	6-speed DSG	Front-wheel
Petrol
1.5 TSI mHEV	110 kW / 150 hp	250 Nm	7-speed DSG	Front-wheel
2.0 TSI***	150 kW / 204 hp	320 Nm	7-speed DSG	Front-wheel
2.0 TSI	195 kW / 265 hp	400 Nm	7-speed DSG	All-wheel
Diesel
2.0 TDI	110 kW / 150 hp	360 Nm	7-speed DSG	Front-wheel
2.0 TDI	142 kW / 193 hp	400 Nm	7-speed DSG	All-wheel

* The value for the customer-relevant charging process is 40 kW, determined in accordance with DIN 70080.
** The plug-in hybrid powertrain is currently only available for the Superb Combi estate. It will subsequently also become available for the Superb Hatch.
*** To become available later this year.