New-gen Skoda Fabia globally unveiled; larger, more powerful and efficient

divyadeeptsi · 7th May 2021, 17:01

I wish there was demand for such mature hatchbacks here.

Only if they could produce this Fabia here <4meters and price this along the i20, this could be a hit.

1.0 TSI is leagues ahead of anything & everything that the segment offers. The solid built & the amazing chassis would be an eye candy for the purists.

thechinmay · 7th May 2021, 22:54

That cloth type finish with stitching looks really premium in a car of this segment. Very clean design overall and seems fairly spacious. They can easily price it at a 10-15% premium over the Polo and it should do reasonably well. Though looking at the market and VW's priorities at the moment, there is virtually zero chance of it making to our shores for the next couple of years at least.

LaRoca · 8th May 2021, 12:35

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Originally Posted by VKumar

The only phrase which caught my attention was:

Starting <14,000 Euros

Right at that moment I knew that we are not going to get it. Saw the pics, felt bad - expressed my opinion. Case closed

In a parallel universe...

The only phrase that caught my attention was:
Length>4 Mtr

Right at that moment, I definitely knew we are NOT going to get it. Saw the pics. Droolworthy

Life moves on in India

avm2407 · 9th May 2021, 02:26

As per Autocar India, the length is 3.6-3.8 metres and not more than 4 metres. I think the main reason it won't make it to India is that Skoda it wants to focus on crossovers/SUVs and that's their new strategy.

That being said, hot hatches don't sell in our country anyway and that's a shame.

Interestingly, the Fabia gets a digital instrument cluster but the Kushaq doesn't. LOL.

denny_ace · 9th May 2021, 17:22

CBU route for the new Fabia uncompetitive??? In a way YES; and, in a way, NO!

NO because there's really no competition for a Eurospec premium hatchback like this in India. A nice hatchback like the Fabia will be a driver's car and great for families too! 380L of boot space is quite good for long trips. The rear legroom also looks great which will not be possible if it's built with < 4m length. Consider this fact - the CB units of VW T-Roc (priced above 21 lakhs) were sold out quickly. This one can be priced around 15 lakhs I guess. The 81 kW 1.0 l TSI motor traversing 100 km for just 5 litres of fuel sounds great. If VW-Skoda, expanding* its network under its India 2.0 plan, is able to keep the servicing/maintenance costs in check, it will be a lot nicer.

YES because we, the cost-conscious citizens of India, picking quantity over quality cannot be ruled out. In that case, it will face direct competition from its own sibling, the upcoming Kushaq for the latter's SUV appeal.

Anyway, CBU route would mean lesser number of units for that special category of enthusiasts!! A single shipment of the first batch of CBUs is definitely worth a try. As compared to a shrunk SUV/sedan (compact SUV/sedan as they call it), a premium hatchback such as this would be super cool!

CrAzY dRiVeR · 9th May 2021, 18:55

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Originally Posted by avm2407

As per Autocar India, the length is 3.6-3.8 metres and not more than 4 metres.

That is wrong information buddy. Here is the official infographic from the Skoda press statement -

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That said - reducing length would not be their major concern anyways! If anything, it would only be an excuse to hide their preference for other priority products.

Venkatesh · 10th May 2021, 18:36

Since its market launch in 1999, 4.5 million FABIAs sold in 22 years. It is the second most produced Skoda model after the Octavia

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Czech Republic was the most important sales market for Fabia in 2020 ahead of Germany and Poland.

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Link

volkman10 · 12th May 2021, 09:39

Two facelifts and one new generation. VW Group completes the renovation of its B-Hatchs for Europe.

The classier of the two is the Skoda Fabia, best in class in space management and stunning looks.

However both are ruled out for India as of now.

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CrAzY dRiVeR · 12th May 2021, 10:43

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Originally Posted by volkman10

The classier of the two is the Skoda Fabia, best in class in space management and stunning looks.

When we speak of Europe, Seat Ibiza needs to be included as well!

Makes for three beautiful hatchbacks from the MQB-A0 platform, and I personally prefer the Seat!

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Venkatesh · 12th July 2021, 19:34

2022 Skoda Fabia enters production at main plant in Mlada Boleslav.

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Today, the first fourth-generation Fabia rolled off the production line at Skoda Auto’s main plant in Mlada Boleslav.

Source

KungFuPanda · 13th July 2021, 11:11

Not a big fan of the new fascia of the Skoda cars. I thought it was a one off with the Octavia. Just gives the car a much more angry stance, whereas the earlier iterations looked elegant.

Reminds me of Chick Hicks form the Cars movie.

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Pic courtesy - Pixar Wiki Fandom

Venkatesh · 17th August 2021, 09:07

2021 Skoda Fabia review

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New chassis and sharper looks bring the Fabia up to date for its fourth generation

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Those buyers won’t be in it for the driving experience, sure, but with its easygoing nature and high levels of practicality and convenience – still Skoda’s reason for being – the Fabia will be very difficult to beat at its own game.

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volkman10 · 6th October 2021, 13:57

ŠKODA Fabia - 60 sec review:

- Gets up to 9 airbags

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bWZ-2okIkQ

Venkatesh · 12th October 2021, 17:31

Skoda Fabia review by Carwow

What's good
- Spacious cabin and decent boot
- Feels solid and practical inside
- Economical to run

What's not so good
- Not very exciting to drive
- Uninspiring looks
- Entry-level petrol is very slow

https://youtu.be/EKszuyDoQZo

volkman10 · 8th December 2021, 14:17

2021 Skoda Fabia Euro NCAP tested:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzOr...annel=EuroNCAP

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divyadeeptsi BHPian Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: New Delhi Posts: 75 Thanked: 217 Times	Re: New-gen Skoda Fabia globally unveiled; larger, more powerful and efficient I wish there was demand for such mature hatchbacks here. Only if they could produce this Fabia here <4meters and price this along the i20, this could be a hit. 1.0 TSI is leagues ahead of anything & everything that the segment offers. The solid built & the amazing chassis would be an eye candy for the purists.
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thechinmay BHPian Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: Mumbai Posts: 92 Thanked: 168 Times	Re: New-gen Skoda Fabia globally unveiled; larger, more powerful and efficient That cloth type finish with stitching looks really premium in a car of this segment. Very clean design overall and seems fairly spacious. They can easily price it at a 10-15% premium over the Polo and it should do reasonably well. Though looking at the market and VW's priorities at the moment, there is virtually zero chance of it making to our shores for the next couple of years at least.
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9th May 2021, 02:26	#19
avm2407 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Delhi Posts: 29 Thanked: 82 Times	Re: New-gen Skoda Fabia globally unveiled; larger, more powerful and efficient As per Autocar India, the length is 3.6-3.8 metres and not more than 4 metres. I think the main reason it won't make it to India is that Skoda it wants to focus on crossovers/SUVs and that's their new strategy. That being said, hot hatches don't sell in our country anyway and that's a shame. Interestingly, the Fabia gets a digital instrument cluster but the Kushaq doesn't. LOL.
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denny_ace BHPian Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Kochi Posts: 57 Thanked: 79 Times	Re: New-gen Skoda Fabia globally unveiled; larger, more powerful and efficient CBU route for the new Fabia uncompetitive??? In a way YES; and, in a way, NO! NO because there's really no competition for a Eurospec premium hatchback like this in India. A nice hatchback like the Fabia will be a driver's car and great for families too! 380L of boot space is quite good for long trips. The rear legroom also looks great which will not be possible if it's built with < 4m length. Consider this fact - the CB units of VW T-Roc (priced above 21 lakhs) were sold out quickly. This one can be priced around 15 lakhs I guess. The 81 kW 1.0 l TSI motor traversing 100 km for just 5 litres of fuel sounds great. If VW-Skoda, expanding* its network under its India 2.0 plan, is able to keep the servicing/maintenance costs in check, it will be a lot nicer. YES because we, the cost-conscious citizens of India, picking quantity over quality cannot be ruled out. In that case, it will face direct competition from its own sibling, the upcoming Kushaq for the latter's SUV appeal. Anyway, CBU route would mean lesser number of units for that special category of enthusiasts!! A single shipment of the first batch of CBUs is definitely worth a try. As compared to a shrunk SUV/sedan (compact SUV/sedan as they call it), a premium hatchback such as this would be super cool!
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KungFuPanda BHPian Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Mumbai Posts: 52 Thanked: 174 Times	Re: New-gen Skoda Fabia globally unveiled; larger, more powerful and efficient Not a big fan of the new fascia of the Skoda cars. I thought it was a one off with the Octavia. Just gives the car a much more angry stance, whereas the earlier iterations looked elegant. Reminds me of Chick Hicks form the Cars movie. Pic courtesy - Pixar Wiki Fandom
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