All-new Skoda Fabia features, specs, and other details out

KUALA LUMPUR: For long, Skoda has been teasing us with the images of the upcoming Fabia. And now the automaker has revealed a handful of information about the crossover. So, without any delay let's get to know the new Fabia in detail starting with its exterior inclusions.

All-new Skoda Fabia platform & dimensions

The 4th-gen model sits in the Volkswagen Group MQB A0 platform. It is the same base that supports the Skoda Scala. Despite its compact dimensions, the MQB A0 assures a roomier cabin. Also, the manufacturer promises a sportier and safer car.

The upcoming Fabia dimensions chart reads - 4,107 mm in length, 1,780 mm in width, and 1,460 mm in height. The wheelbase measures 2,564 mm and the track widths at both ends are 1,525 mm and 1,509 mm. The boot capacity stands at 380-litres and it increases to 1,190-litres with rear seats folded.

All-new Skoda Fabia exterior

The new Fabia benefits from a revised exterior design that now includes elements like LED lighting units all around. The side features wheels with aero-optimized plastic inserts.

Furthermore, the automaker claims the Fabia offers the lowest drag coefficient in the segment with the Cd value down from 0.32 to 0.28. The front bumper features active shutters that reduce drag when less cooling is needed, this improves fuel consumption as well.

Also, the front bumper comes with air curtains that guide the air along the sides of the vehicle. The wing mirror housing is designed to reduce the drag and direct a targeted airflow at the back. Similarly at the rear, the side finlets and spoiler manage the airflow.

At the bottom, twelve panels cover a large section of the car's underbody. These panels cover some crucial areas like the axles and engine bay.

All-new Skoda Fabia interior

The 4th-gen Fabia is packed with several connectivity and comforting features, depending on the model. Like, the Style variant gets a folding front passenger seat backrest that comes in handy while transporting long items. Speaking of luggage, the boot area gets a multi-functional storage pocket underneath the boot cover that can be used to store items weighing up to 3.5 kgs.

While the driver enjoys the Virtual Cockpit instrumentation setup, the rear passengers get smartphone pockets at the back of the front seats. An optional USB-C socket on the rear-view mirror powers the dashcam.

All-new Skoda Fabia engine

Skoda is offering the new Fabia with five petrol engine options. They are -

• a 65PS/95 Nm churning 1.0-litre three-cylinder MPI Evo mill
• a 95PS/175Nm pumping 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo TSI EVO unit
• an 80PS 1.0-litre TSI engine
• a 110PS/200Nm making 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo TSI EVO unit
• 150PS/250Nm generating 1.5-litre four-cylinder TSI Evo mill

The former three engines utilize a 5-speed manual gearbox, while the more powerful 1.0L unit is paired with either a 6-speed manual or 7-speed DSG dual-clutch gearbox

All the turbocharged engines are fitted with particulate filters that help the car comply with Euro 6d emissions standards.

All-new Skoda Fabia safety

The 4th-gen Fabia benefits from Park Assist aka Blind Spot Monitoring which is now improved and can detect vehicles up to 70 meter away. As for the Park Assist can be standby for 40 kmph and can detect suitable perpendicular and parallel parking spaces. The new Fabia also gets Manoeuvre Assist that detects obstacles at the front and rear when parking, it can also apply brakes automatically.
It is for the first time, that Skoda has fitted the car with Traffic Sign Recognition.

Also, optional Travel Assist is available that includes Lane Assist and adaptive cruise control.

Skoda has revealed a lot about the new Fabia, now we are just waiting to see the car without camouflage.

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