Later, electrically heated exterior mirrors and heated wiper nozzles were added, ensuring they did not freeze even in sub-zero temperatures. Today there are many other features, such as auxiliary heating and an innovative heat pump in S?KODA models – for even more warmth and comfort in winter.
A heated windscreen quickly improves visibility, which means that S?KODA’s trademark ice scraper only needs to be used on the side windows. In the S?KODA models SCALA and KAMIQ, fine heating filaments in the windscreen, which are barely visible to the driver, can rapidly thaw a thin layer of ice. For the S?KODA KAROQ and models above, this task is performed by a completely invisible film in the laminated windscreen.
Warm hands and heated rear seats
A heated steering wheel, available as an option in all S?KODA model series, offers additional comfort. Cold fingers or thick gloves are now a thing of the past. S?KODA not only provides the comfort of heated seats to the driver and front passenger; the two outer seats in the rear can also be heated on request from the SCALA and KAMIQ model series and above. An optional auxiliary heater, available for the S?KODA KAROQ and above, offers even more comfort. Even before driving off, it warms up the vehicle’s interior to a pleasant temperature and defrosts frozen windows. In addition, the engine is also pre-heated, which reduces fuel consumption and significantly reduces the load during the cold start phase. The S?KODA auxiliary heaters can be activated via remote control or the MyS?KODA App, or they can be programmed in advance for a specific start time.
Innovative interior heating and extended range in electric S?KODA iV models
Owners of S?KODA iV models can also conveniently pre-heat their vehicle during the charging process, controlled and programmed via the MyS?KODA App. The energy required for pre-heating comes from the mains supply and not from the vehicle’s lithium-ion battery, which means the maximum electric range is maintained. A heat pump will also be available as an option for the all- electric S?KODA ENYAQ iV. All-electric vehicles are designed in such a way that less waste heat is produced for heating the interior than in models with an internal combustion engine. This is where the heat pump comes in. It works in a similar way to an air conditioner in terms of technology, but with a different operating principle.
Hot tip from S?KODA Genuine Accessories
For anyone looking to take the edge off cold winter mornings, S?KODA Genuine Accessories offers another hot accessory: A mobile espresso machine, which fits in the cup holder in the centre console and is powered by the 12V socket, prepares a hot Italian pick-me-up in two minutes.
