In response to increased demand from fleet, Škoda has added the fleet-focused SE Technology trim to the Scala range.

Škoda Scala SE Technology

Priced £400 more than SE trim, the new SE Technology trim option comes with £2,100-worth of equipment extras represting a saving of £1,700. Škoda says the equipment list has been fine-tuned to appeal specifically to fleet customers and business drivers, many of whom cover higher than average annual mileages.

The new Scala SE Tehcnology includes an Amundsen infotainment system with 9.2-inch touchscreen control and Care and Connect, SmartLink+ and Infotainment online (1 year). Front and rear parking sensors and cruise control are also fitted as standard, along with rear LED lights with “dynamic” indicators.

The car additionally comes with 16-inch Alaris alloy wheels, chrome window surround and silver haptic decorative insert on the dashboard.

Initially, the Scala SE Technology will only be offered with one engine option – the 1.5 TSI petrol producing 150hp, with either a six-speed manual or seven-speed DSG automatic – while other engine options are to be added later in the year.

The Škoda Scala SE Technology 1.5 TSI manual model has a P11D value of £20,825 while the DSG (automatic) version has a P11D value of £22,095.

Ordering will open from 24 August with first deliveries expected in September.