Skoda has brought the fourth generation of its Fabia to its debut. This is a very important model for the car manufacturer as, since its arrival on the market in 1999, more have been delivered; of 4.5 million units & agrave; (including the Wagon variant). Over the last few weeks, the manufacturer had anticipated several details of this new car. Now, however, we can know all its remaining characteristics. Prices for the Italian market have not yet been disclosed.
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DESIGN AND INTERIORS
New Skoda Fabia size 4,108 mm long x 1,780 mm wide x 1,460 mm high, with a pitch of 2,564 mm. The trunk has a capacity; of 380 liters which rise to 1,190 liters by folding down the rear seat backrests. Therefore, compared to the previous generation, the new model is; 111 mm more long and longer; 44 mm wide. Even the step is; increased by 94 mm. The larger dimensions of the car have also had a positive impact on the trunk which offers a capacity; of 50 liters more; than before.
The new model is also based on the Volkswagen Group's modular platform MQB-A0 . Speaking of design, the car at the front level is characterized by offering a new headlight design with LED technology right from the basic set-up. Instead, the rear light clusters have stylistic features inspired by the geometry of the crystals and are always LED. New Skoda Fabia also features a particularly sought-after aerodynamics that allowed reduce the Cx to 0.28 from 0.32 . We find, for example, a roof spoiler more & ugrave; large with side flaps, larger rear view mirrors; small and aerodynamic and air intakes in the front bumper with actively adjusting louvers that can close when there is little need cooling. This work has made it possible to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
Available wheels from 15 to 18 inches depending on the model chosen. The car will be able to be requested in 9 colors for the bodywork. The interiors also present several novelties; starting from a greater space for people thanks to the pi & ugrave; long car. The new interior design further enhances the feeling of spaciousness. The dashboard offers a symmetrical structure with the central display at s & eacute; standing and horizontal decorative strips made in different colors depending on the set-up. Speaking of the set-ups, the Ambition and Style versions will be available in Italy at launch (the Monte Carlo variant will arrive later).
For the first time, & egrave; It is possible to have the digital instrumentation with 10.25 inch display . As standard, the new Fabia & egrave; equipped with an analog instrumentation with a 3.5-inch mini display. In addition, this new model can & ograve; also be equipped with the bi-zone Climatronic. There is no shortage of news; also on the technology front. Customers will be able to choose between different infotainment systems : Bolero with an 8-inch screen and Admundsen with a 9.2-inch screen which offers a range of digital services such as online map updates. On request you can & ograve; have voice assistant Laura. Through the MySkoda app & egrave; the car can be managed remotely.
ENGINES AND SAFETY
Speaking of engines, the new Skoda Fabia will be able to & agrave; rely on petrol engines compliant with Euro 6d emissions regulations. Below is the offer for the Italian market.
- Skoda Fabia 1.0 MPI EVO: 48 kW (65 HP) 93 Nm with 5-speed manual gearbox – speed; maximum of 172 km/h – 0-100 km/h in 15.5 s
- Skoda Fabia 1.0 MPI EVO: 59 kW (80 HP) 93 Nm with 5-speed manual gearbox – speed; maximum speed of 179 km/h – 0-100 km/h in 15.1 s
- Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI EVO: 70 kW (95 HP) 175 Nm with 5-speed manual gearbox – speed; maximum 195 km/h – 0-100 km/h in 10.6 s
- Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI EVO: 81 kW (110 hp) 200 Nm with 6-speed manual gearbox or 7-speed DSG automatic gears – speed maximum of 205 km/h – 0-100 km/h in 9,7/9,5 s
In Italy it will not be & agrave; the 1.5 TSI with 110 kW (150 hp) is available. On the security front we find the most & ugrave; recent ADAS devices. For example, for the first time, the car will be able to have Travel Assist and Park Assistant . In addition, the new Fabia is equipped as standard with driver and front passenger airbags, curtain airbags and front side airbags.
Finally, the Bohemian carmaker continues the tradition of offering Simply ideas. Clever also in the fourth generation of its popular compact. Depending on the specifications, the car offers a total of 43 solutions designed to make it more enjoyable; easy everyday life. Think, for example, of the ice scraper in the fuel tank flap with measuring scale for checking the tread, the ticket holder on the front pillar and the umbrella in the driver's door.
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