Skoda Superb GreenLine cars

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This is the Superb in all its flagship glory. Where other Superb trim-levels impress with their level of luxury, the 3.6 V6 goes all out and really tries to bowl you over. Finishing is at VW best levels and very nearly on par with Audi. All equipment is of the highest standards and there really is nothing cheap about this Superb. Unfortunately that also includes the price tag.



The general Superb approach is one of giving you the maximum amount of luxury car for your cash, but the 3.6 V6 takes a different approach. Priced from ?885, this Superb is taking on the best from the Mondeo, Insignia and C5 ranges head-on. That said, your cash will still get you much more (including a more powerful engine) than in any of this Superb direct competitorsPowered by the same 3.6-litre V6 powersource as VW flagship R36 FSI Passat (which incidentally costs nearly ?00 more), this range-topping engine creates a maximum power output of 260bhp and torque of 350Nm. Linked to the latest fourth-generation Haldex differential four-wheel drive system via a six-speed DSG gearbox, this chunky powersource has the Superb dashing from zero to 62mph in 6.5 seconds and on to a top speed of 155mph. The Superb does feel quick, if not racy, and when you give it some beans the V6 responds with a sensational snarl.



In slow town traffic the DSG system can be annoying though, sometimes not kicking down when you want it to, or kicking down when not really necessary. Steer it onto the motorway, however, and in the Superb natural laid-back cruising habitat the DSG shines with smooth and seamless changes.



On decent and dry roads the Haldex system channels 96% of the power to the front wheels, and only shifts power to the rear wheels if one or both of the front wheels loose traction. In the UK this system is really only of benefit on icy winter mornings or very wet roads. The downside to it is the added weight which adds to the V6 already bulky burden and in quick bends it does feel slightly more wallowy compared to the GreenLine.Where the 3.6 V6 really scores points, as can be expected, is on the interior front and its reams of standard specification. Electrically adjustable and heated front seats, full leather upholstery, rear mechanical sunblind, hill hold control and a first rate 6-disc autochanger are just some of the items that come as standard on this range-topping model. Our test model was unfortunately not equipped with the optional Park Assist system (?) which uses sensors to scan for a suitable parking spot, and then actually park the car while you only have to regulate the right pedal.

Verdict: Even with a significantly higher price tag than the rest of the range the 3.6 V6 Superb still represents good value when compared to its direct rivals. But ultimately it will only appeal to a very small group of buyers who are willing to spend more than ?00 over the second most expensive Superb, the 2.0 TDI CR 4x4, for the luxury of a V6. Much though the 3.6 V6 impressed us with its luxury, ultimately we hedge our bets on the GreenLine