Well Fabia is what I would like to call as a Fabulous little Skoda. Skoda has been in indian market for quite some time now, and is synonymous to its most popular Octavia. Skoda Fabia was globally launched in 2002 but India launched was constantly postponed. Major factor being the Indian market was not matured enough to accept a premium hatchback. But with the success of Swift, Chevy U-AV and Getz Skoda is all set for the launch of the most awaited Fabia.
Fabia In India is expected to be annouced at the Auto Expo in Jan 2008. In India it will have either 1.2 litre or 1.4 litre engine. There are rumours that Skoda may reduce the overall length of the Fabia to try and meet the requirements for the lower excise duty benefit. Skoda Fabia is based on the Volkswagen platform. It will be Skoda's first small car in India. The car will compete with Chevrolet Aveo UV-A, Hyundai Getz, and ofcourse the Swift for the market share.
Skoda Fabia has got seven engine options, however, India will get maximum three i.e. 1.2L Petrol, 1.4L Petrol and 1.4L Diesel. Among these three too, 1.4L Petrol is very unlikely. 1.2L (1198cc), 3-cylinder, 12V Petrol engine produces 70ps of power and 123Nm of torque. 1.4L (1422cc), 3-cylinder, 12V TDI Diesel engine produces 80ps of power and 195Nm of torque. Though neither of the engine is class-leading in power/performance, they are powerful enough to give you wonderful drive. Diesel engine is 3-cylinder version of Laura’s engine and is a little noisy like its bigger sibling. Last but not least, both Petrol and Diesel engines are quite fuel efficient.
Skoda Fabia is far bigger than any hatchback in India hence is hugely spacious in cabin as well as in boot. Standard boot is of 300 liters, if rear seat is folded, it can be extended to 1100+ liters. Fabia has ample legroom at front, knee-room at rear and head-room at front/rear. Goodies available as standard will be more than adequate too. Overall, a highly desirable hatch.
Well, if Fabia really comes to India, consider it as revolution in Indian B+ car segment. No car in India is able to match what Skoda Fabia is about to offer. It can be considered as India’s first truly premium hatchback. With Fabia, India is bound to have world-class styling, luxury, technology and safety features. If rightly priced, this highly sturdy, hot hatch will sell like hot cakes.
Estimated Price: Rs 5.5-7 Lakh estimated
8 comments:
lot of new cars in 2008.but the really exciting 1nes are few..fabia looks like one of them.
am sure going inn for this 1.the bookings have already started here in mumbai.
hey shyamuni hav u visited www.fabiafeelspecial.com got some cool fabia screensavers
yes richard i did ..cool website for a really cool car.
people,am up for the fabia road test this weekend-keep u guys posted
has any 1 chkd out the greeting option on www.fabiafeelspecial.com
Ritz is a very spacious car..there are ample of storage options in the front though there is none at the rear.Its interiors are better than swift and has a fresh look from the outside...its quite comfortable and the tall boy design ensures cabin feel is quite spacious.Also it offers a better rear leg room than swift..Another good thing about ritz is the colours option.There are some new swanky colours to choose from albiet white and silver fetch a better resale value and touching of a dent is quite easy
With the Skoda Fabia series, Skoda Auto has established a strong foundation for its five-car portfolio.Skoda Fabia Scout is a luxurious hatch with classy features.
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