Cabin and equipment
Inside the cabin, Skoda have introduced plenty of new features, making the Yeti an even more comfortable and well-equipped place to be. While the interior appears similar to the previous version in the first look, subtle, but very useful changes have been made on the inside.
The most striking alteration is the introduction of the new three spoke, leather wrapped multifunction steering wheel. Cruise Control is a new inclusion on the Yeti and the controls can be seen integrated on the lights stalk below the steering wheel on the left.
The fabulous sounding Bolero audio system on the Yeti is now offered with Bluetooth connectivity. In addition, Skoda have also introduced the Multimedia Device Interface socket on the Yeti’s centre console. MDI allows you to easily play music from external devices (MP3 player, cell phone) in your car. The connected device is controlled via Skoda radio or navigation system. Connecting cables with the iPod, iPhone, mini USB, USB or Aux-in (3, 5mm jack) are available from the Skoda Genuine Accessories. Even with a world of connectivity options we did miss the USB socket, though the system comes equipped with an SD car reader as an alternative.
Other new inclusions on the dashboard comprise of a keyless entry and stop start system with the Stop/Start button positioned under the steering wheel, where you generally have a car’s ignition slot. Skoda have also introduced tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) on the new Yeti with a dedicated reset button on the centre console.
A nice touch to the interior is the steel pedal set with rubber ribs. The driver’s seat is now powered and also features memory for three positions. Another new, but invisible feature is the light assistant feature which keeps the headlights on while approaching or leaving the vehicle for illumination and guidance.
The new Yeti now comes with power foldable external RVMs. The rear central armrest is wide, table-like and comes with twin cup-holders. The seat belt for the central (third) occupant at the rear seat winds back into the roof, with the buckle slotting neatly into a designated slot.
As before, the Yeti comes with the incredibly versatile Varioflex seat concept which allows you to either fold the seats flat in a 40:20:40 ratio or remove them completely to fit in a bunch of mountain bikes.
The list of new features on the 2014 Skoda Yeti, over and above the features available in the previous version are provided below. For the 2014 version, the Yeti will be available only in the top of the line, fully loaded Elegance variant. The Active and Ambition variants have been discontinued
- Bi-Xenon headlights
- LED daylight and retractable washers
- LED tail-lamps
- Cruise control
- Power Driver seat with memory for 3 seat
- Power folding external mirror
- Bluetooth Connectivity for audio system
- MDI connectivity with Bolero Audio system
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring
- Light assist
- Bi-color roof (black/white/silver)
- Keyless Entry and Start-Stop system
- Side door mouldings with polished Aluminium insert
- Table function on rear middle seat with cup holders
- Polished Aluminium-look pedal set with rubber inserts
- 16”Alloy wheels
In addition, the features from the previous gen Yeti continue to be available. The list is provided below
- ABS+ASR+ESC stabilty control
- Cornering front fog lights
- Sun shades and under-seat storage cases
- Power and heated door mirrors
- Auto dimming external mirrors
- Rain sensor
- Front & rear parking sensors
- Front & rear power windows
- Rear windscreen wash-wipe and defogger
- Silver roof rails
- Dual front + side + curtain airbags
- Bolero audio player w/ CD changer, 8 speakers
- Multi function steering wheel with audio controls
- Off-road Assistant with hill descent control (4×4)
- Climatronic AC with rear vents
- Leather upholstery with wood inserts
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