With the launch of this hatchback,
Skoda has entered into the compact cars market of India. The company is already catering to the buyers of D-plus segment of luxury cars. The sporty looks of Fabia make it stand out from the crowd, while its interiors are quite impressive. Skoda Fabia is first-of-its-kind in its sort. The super-hatch delivers good fuel efficiency and is perfectly suited for all types of Indian roads.
Engine : The diesel model of Skoda Fabia is powered by 1422 cc 1.4 L PD TDI engines, which generates a power of 69 PS @ 4000 rpm and torque of 155 Nm @ 1600 rpm. On the other hand, the petrol version of Fabia is powered by 1390 cc 1.4 MPI engine, which churns out a power of 85 PS @ 5000 rpm and torque of 132 Nm @ 3800 rpm. The company has also introduced a gasoline driven version, which is powered by 1198 cc 1.2L MPI engine that delivers an output of 70 PS @ 5400 rpm and a torque of 123 Nm @ 3000 rpm.
Design And Comfort : The sporty design of Skoda Fabia is accentuated with a sleek chrome front grille, projected headlamps and fog lamps in the frontage. The rear portion of the car is beautified by newly designed taillights. Adding to its appeal are alloy wheels, with wide tyres. The cool design element of Skoda Fabia also includes an electrically controlled sunroof, which can be slide-opened at the touch of a button. Five people can enjoy a very comfortable ride in this five-door hatchback.
Interiors : The dual tone designed interiors of Skoda Fabia give its occupants a lavish feel. The cabin of Fabia comes with a large space for luggage and ample head and legroom for its passengers. The layout of dashboard is simple, but looks graceful. The multi-textured seat fabric of Fabia gives a touch of flair to its interiors. Small storage areas are logically placed within the cabin. Large items can be loaded with ease, because the rear seats of the car are foldable.
Ride And Handling : The steering wheel of Skoda Fabia can be adjusted according to the height and reach of the driver. The hatchback is based on PQ25 platform. The car's chassis is equipped with a sophisticated suspension system, with MacPherson strut at the front and a strong lower A-arm and non-independent at the rear. The light steering of Fabia enables effortless navigation through slow moving traffic as well as highways.
Safety : Skoda Fabia is fully loaded with myriad safety features. These include front seat belt pretensioners, dual air bags, Motor Speed Regulator (MSR), dual Brake Assist System and Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). The dual front air bags automatically deploy in the event of accidents and inflate in order to shield the driver and front seat passenger from the impact of collision.
Variants, Price And Color : The variants of Skoda Fabia are Ambiente 1.2 MPI HTP, Elegance 1.4 PD TDI and Elegance 1.4 MPI HTP. The automobile is priced between
Rs. 4.5 lakhs and Rs. 7.9 lakhs. The car is available in six colors, including Corrida Red, Satin Grey, Brilliant Silver, Magic Black, Candy White and Cappuccino Beige.
Technical Specifications of Skoda Fabia
Overview
Model :Skoda Fabia
Body Type : Hatchback
Number Of Doors : 5
Seating Capacity : 5
Fuel Capacity : 45
Dimensions
Length : 3992 mm
Width : 1642 mm
Height : 1513 mm
Wheelbase : 2462 mm
Ground Clearance : 146 mm
Weight : Minimum
Turning Radius : 1050/1060 /1125
Engine
Kerb Weight : 1.4L PD TDI (Diesel)1.2L MPI HTP (Petrol)1.4L MPI HTP(Petrol)
Type : 3
Number Of Cylinders : 1422 cc (1.4L PD TDI)1198 cc (1.2L MPI HTP)1390 cc (1.4L MPI HTP)
Displacement : Manual
Transmission : 69 PS @ 4000 rpm(1.4L PD TDI)70 PS @ 5400 rpm(1.2L MPI HTP)85 PS @ 5000 rpm(1.4L MPI HTP)
Max. Power : 155 Nm @ 1600 rpm(1.4L PD TDI)123 Nm @ 3000 rpm(1.2L MPI HTP)132 Nm @ 3800 rpm(1.4L MPI HTP)
Suspension
Front Suspension : McPherson suspension with lower triangular links and torsion stabilizer
Rear Suspension : Compound link crank-axle
BrakesFront : Ventilated discs
Rear : Drums
Steering TypeRack and Pinion, Power-assisted
Steering Type
185/60 R 14
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