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About the Skoda Scala
Last updated Sep 28, 2025The new Skoda Scala is a medium-sized car offered in a 5D Hatchback body style. Available in Australia from $32,490 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Select variant and topping out at $43,890 for the Monte Carlo.
There are 2 variants of the Scala available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2025.
Engine options include 1.5L turbo (110kW/250Nm) and 1.0L turbo (85kW/200Nm). All variants feature 7-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2025 Scala is offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
Comparative Rating
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Power to Weight
64.15 - 81.18 kW/t
46.48 kW/t
250.88 kW/t
Boot Space
467 litres
228 litres
640 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.2 - 5.6 L/100km
0.4 L/100km
8.2 L/100km
Vehicle Range
893 - 962 km
635 km
10,000 km
Price
$32,490 - $43,890
$24,990
$189,950
Warranty (Years)
7 years
4 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
80,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 year
2 years
2 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
24 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,697 - 1,729 kg
1,697 kg
2,730 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,200 - 1,250 kg
400 kg
1,700 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
149 mm
100 mm
160 mm
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2025 Skoda Scala Price
Select
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $32,490 |
| 1.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $33,990 |
Monte Carlo
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $42,390 |
| 1.5L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $43,890 |
*excl. on-roads
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2025 Skoda Scala Specs
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2025 Skoda Scala Fuel Economy
There are 3 different fuel economy figures for the Skoda Scala
The most fuel efficient Skoda Scala is the Monte Carlo with a 7-speed Automatic which is powered by a 1.5L Turbo and uses 5.2L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Skoda Scala that uses the most amount of fuel is the Monte Carlo with a 7-speed Automatic which is powered by a 1.5L Turbo and uses 5.6L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
| Skoda Scala | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Premium Unleaded | 5.4 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Skoda Scala?
The Skoda Scala has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.
2025 Skoda Scala Warranty
What is the warranty on a Skoda Scala?
The Skoda Scala offers a 7 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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Skoda Scala FAQs
The cheapest Skoda Scala is the Select that starts from $32,490.
The most expensive Skoda Scala is the Monte Carlo that starts from $43,890.
The best towing capacity of a Skoda Scala is offered by the Monte Carlo which can tow 1250 kg
The largest Skoda Scala is the Monte Carlo which measures 1793mm wide, 4362mm in length and sits 1471mm tall.
The most powerful Skoda Scala is the Monte Carlo which has 110kW of power from its 1.5L Turbo engine.
The Skoda Scala is built in Czech Republic and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Skoda Scala is the Monte Carlo which weighs 1729 kg (kerb weight).
The Skoda Scala uses Premium Unleaded.