"While Scala embodies the many virtues of a small hatch, it also takes the fight to the SUVs in a number of ways. It has a massive 467-litre boot and the cabin reeks of the kind of clever touches you might normally associate with family focused SUVs."

"The Scala Ambition’s handling was effortless, the ride was comfortable, making it one of the best in its segment. It’s no wonder the Scala has gained five star rating from overseas motoring publications and won UK’s Which? family car of the year for 2020."

"Overall the Scala cabin is a happy place. The quality is good, the ergonomics impressive and the accommodation excellent. The front occupants enjoy those heavily bolstered seats and those in the rear enjoy a vast amount of space for this size of car. It’s enough to make you wonder whether you need an SUV."

"We took both the Sport and Style on independent tests in the greater Auckland area and I have to say I was impressed. The powertrain is responsive and the handling is precise, it feels nimble as a hatchback should yet offers plenty of room to be very practical. "

"Ride and refinement are extremely impressive for a car of this size and price."

"The Scala does a cracking job, and it has a fair amount of style and quality, too."

"The Scala also gets the latest version of Škoda’s infotainment system. The interface is as slick as ever, and quick to respond to inputs."

"Its steering is light but precise, there’s decent road-holding and solid body control, all of which inspire confidence."