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Skoda Rapid I (2012–2020): specs

Skoda Rapid I (2012–2020) photo
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The Skoda Rapid I is a liftback produced from 2012 to 2020.

Engines: 1.6 (CWVA (1.6 MPI)), 110 hp. Transmission: automatic; front-wheel drive. Length 4,483 mm, wheelbase 2,602 mm, ground clearance 170 mm, fuel tank 55 L.

Facelift: 2017. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia; assembled in Russia.

Specifications

Production years2012–2020
Bodyliftback
Engine1.6
Engine codeCWVA (1.6 MPI)
Displacement1.6 L
Fuelpetrol
Power110 hp
Torque155 Nm
Transmissionautomatic, 6-speed
Gearbox model6AT Aisin 09G
Drivefront-wheel drive
Length4,483 mm
Width1,706 mm
Height1,461 mm
Wheelbase2,602 mm
Ground clearance170 mm
Fuel tank55 L

Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan

EngineUnder 10 years10–20 years (×0.7)
1.6≈ 13,675 ₸≈ 9,572 ₸

Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →

Also 1.4 TSI 125 hp

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Japanese Aisin automatic
  • Local assembly: Russia

Cons

  • Engine VW 1.6 MPI (CFNA, CWVA): cold piston slap
  • Gearbox Aisin 09G (VW 6-speed automatic): harsh 2–3 and 3–4 shifts

Common problems and what to check

Engine: VW 1.6 MPI (CFNA, CWVA)

  • piston slap when cold
  • oil consumption on early engines

What to check when buying: knocking in the first minutes after start; oil consumption.

Tip: Simple engine; the unpleasant cold noise is usually not critical, but oil consumption needs monitoring.

Gearbox: Aisin 09G (VW 6-speed automatic)

  • shocks on 2–3 and 3–4 shifts
  • valve body and solenoid wear

What to check when buying: shocks and delayed shifts with a warmed-up gearbox.

Tip: Oil every 60k km; sensitive to old oil.

Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.

Tyre and wheel sizes

Factory sizes: tyres 185/60R15, 195/55R15, 215/45R16, 215/40R17; bolt pattern 5x100. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →

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FAQ

What engine does the Skoda Rapid I have?

1.6, code CWVA (1.6 MPI), 110 hp, 155 Nm.

What transmission does it have?

automatic (6AT Aisin 09G).

What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?

Ground clearance 170 mm, fuel tank 55 l.

How much is the vehicle tax on the Skoda Rapid I in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, about 13,675 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.

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