The word Superb is defined in the dictionary as “admirably fine or excellent”, so it’s a big call to apply it to a motor vehicle. But this hasn’t stopped Skoda from using the name and its ability to produce quality vehicles remains most evident in the current model Superb Sedan and Combi (wagon). But what exactly is so exceptional about this machine that it can embarrass more expensive competitors and change brand perception in a single bound. Car and SUV spent a week with the load lugging Superb Combi to find 
the answers.
Visually the Combi is conservatively styled but it isn’t boring and despite lengthy proportions, appears nicely balanced. Up front, chrome trim frames the broad Skoda grille and a large single-piece bumper houses head lights, air dam and fog lamps. A deeply creased bonnet pushes into a raked back windscreen and indicator lights are repeated on the wing mirrors. Along the flanks more chrome trim is used and an elegant roofline tappers away into the rear hatch. Finishing off the luxury look is handy integrated roof rails and smart 18-inch optional alloys on our tested TDI 125 model (17-inch is standard). Overall, it’s a very sleek looking wagon and the design hides its length (4.8m) well, the only clue being a long rear overhang.
