Launched at the recent Auto Show 2008 in India, Skoda Fabia is the latest entry from Skoda's stable. The Skoda Fabia Elegance is the top level model in Skoda's premium hatchback range with top level price tag and features.
With a seating capacity of 5 people, it is a compact premium hatch back for the Indian Markets. Posing a veritable threat to Maruti Swift and other premium hatch backs, it features a 1.4 MPI 1390 cc petrol engine with a power delivery of 85 PS @ 5000 rpm and a torque of 132 Nm at 3800 rpm, thus offering optimum performance and acceleration even at low engine speeds.
This model features manual 5 speed transmission. The front suspension is the world famous McPherson strut while the rear suspension is the compound link rear axle. You encounter lighter steering effort with the help of standard power assisted rack and pinion steering.
The Fabia boasts of a range of features that include dual airbags allows wheels, electric sun roof, dual tone interiors, ABS, dual rate brake assist, parking sensors and a lot more. There is ample head room and rear room for even tall drivers. The interiors are well appointed and pleasant enough to make even long journeys comfortable.
Other features include power windows, central locking, rear wiper, rear defogger, steering adjustment, MP3 CD player and others. Other safety features include fog lamp, and rear seat belts.
This model is available in six stunning colours - Brilliant Silver, Corrida Red, Satin Grey, Cappuccino beige, Candy White and Magic Black
The Skoda Fabia is really a great car, it has got great spacious interiors, and the petrol engine is really smooth. It looks very similar in performance and style to the Swift, though it should have really been priced a bit lower than its actual price presently. Though friends suggested I purchase the Swift, I have gone for this absolute Czech beauty!
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