Skoda Fabia 2022 - 6 most important news

Larger, more economical, more mature - by striving about the buyers of city cars, Skoda Fabia has closely approached the compacts.We have collected 6 key novelties of the new, fourth generation of the best -selling model.

Skoda Fabia number 4 is already in the showrooms.As befits a new generation, compared to its predecessor is distinguished by a fresh design, an updated engine range and equipment unavailable previously known from higher class cars.

But that's not all - the changes go much further.Skoda in the case of New Fabia did what she can do best: she offered her clients more a car.In this way, it tries to respond to the challenges of our time: a modern city car should be maneuverable and economical in traffic jams, and at the same time safe and comfortable on further routes.

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How has the new Skoda Fabia changed?We bring up the six most important news.

1

More space

The fourth generation of Fabia measures up to 411 cm long - so it is 11 cm longer than its predecessor.The width and wheelbase, which are already close to compact cars, also increased noticeably (enough to mention that with a width of 178 cm new fabia is only 1 cm narrower than compact scratches).

As a result, there is a lot of space in the cabin - both on the legs, over the heads and width.Mature, spacious seats in which you can comfortably take not only a short route are also significant.Even people with a height of about 190 cm can travel on the back.There are even ventilation holes in the middle tunnel.

Fabia's trunk has also grown - it now has 380 liters of capacity, so more than many compact.Traditionally, for Skoda, there are numerous amenities to attach luggage, such as hooks for bags or fasteners.The cargo space can be enlarged to 1190 l.Plus for the high lifted trunk lid.

Importantly, the increase in the dimensions of the new Fabia is not attached to the maneuverability - the turning diameter is 10.4 m, so it is 20 cm smaller than its predecessors.

2

Design

Fabia has grown to length and width, but it is also slightly lower than before.As a result, her body has more dynamic proportions.Attention is drawn to the expressive front belt with wide air intakes and elegant, horizontal rear lamps that optically increase the width of the body.And two more curiosities - the characteristic creases at the bottom of the door refer to the pattern of the Czech flag, and a roof in a different color is available for an extra charge.

The cockpit of the new Fabia is also more stylish.Just look at eye -catching door handles and ventilation holes or upholstered inserts on the dashboard, thanks to which the interior looks extremely cozy.The top version of the Style equipment even offers a mood backlight (Ambiente).

Of course, the most impressive is the richer versions, but even the interior of the Active base variety (price from PLN 62,000) looks acceptable-the standard is an analogue indicators with the on-board computer and a colorful touch screen 6.5 "of the multimedia system with buttons-pads on the sides.

3

Aerodynamics

Many of the new Fabia body touches have important aerodynamic functions.As a result, the car has the lowest air resistance factor in the segment - from 0.28.These include M.in.Blinds in the front air inlet, chassis covers, optimized shape of light alloys and a specially profiled rear spoiler.In addition to the beneficial effect on fuel consumption at higher speeds, refined aerodynamics is conducive to lowering the noise level in the cabin.

4

Equipment

Also in terms of available add -ons, Fabia strongly approached the compacts.On request, among others, the Travel Assist system is available, which combines, among others, the centering of the vehicle in the lane and adaptive cruise control.He even works with the manager known from more expensive cars, which detect the touch of the hand - thanks to this when driving straight ahead, the lane assistant does not attack the driver with unnecessary messages.

Fabia can also be ordered with digital clocks known from other models.The driver has several information display modes to choose from, including a classic view and a large navigation map.

The multimedia system has also changed, which offers a personalized main page, intelligent voice service and interfaces for smartphone integration - both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (the first one, behind the extra charge, can be connected wirelessly).

5

Engines

Currently, the engine range of the new Fabia includes 3-cylinder gasoline EVO units-modified for greater efficiency, i.e. more economical with fuel.Basic naturally aspirated unit 1.0 MPI develops 80 HP (5-speed manual transmission), and two more powerful are turbocharged engines 1.0 TSI- with a power of 95 or 110 HP (respectively: 5- and 6-speed manual transmission).The latter, as the only one, can be combined with a 7-speed DSG dual clutch transmission.

Unit 1.0 MPI is characterized by M.in.optimized for limiting friction pistons and a crankshaft and more effective cooling, and in addition works in an economical Atkinson cycle (delay in closing suction/intake valves, which backs part of the mixture to the collector) and has a high compression level - 12.0: 1.Motors 1.0 TSI received a plasma coat of cylinders.The 0.15 mm thick coating replaces cast iron coats and allows you to reduce friction, and at the same time is characterized by better distribution/heat distraction.In addition, TSI engines work in a more effective Miller cycle (analogous to the Atkinson cycle), their injectors operate under a "gasoline" pressure of 350 bars, and the turbocharger has a variable geometry of turbine blades.

Interesting fact: for PLN 200, a standard 40-liter fuel tank can be replaced with a 50-liter tank, which with unhurried ride on the route should provide a new Fabia range at the level of OK.1000 km.

Our type is 110-horsepower Fabia with a manual or automatic transmission.Acceleration to 100 km/h in less than 10 seconds means that you can successfully take it even further trips with several people on board.

Regardless of the version, as in previous fabias, the "soft", not requiring power of the clutch pedal (plus for the pedals distant from each other) and the very precise operation of the gear shift lever.Against the background of the predecessor, the engines are better soundproofed-despite the 3-cylinder structure in the car, you do not feel vibration, and the "growing" sound characteristic for such units reaches the cabin only at higher speeds and even then it is strongly suppressed.

Later, an extremely dynamic variant 1 will join the offer.5 TSI with 150 HP.

6

Simply Clever

Skoda would not be herself if she did not "packed" the new Fabia with practical solutions that are in vain to be found in competitive cars.The umbrella in the door will be useful on rainy days, the USB port in the rearview mirror housing will facilitate the connection of the on -board camera, and travelers from the back can put the smartphone in their pocket based on.It is also not difficult to appreciate the funnel built into the filler filler for washer - especially from autumn to spring.

Skoda Fabia 2022 - prices and equipment

The new Fabia is available in three equipment versions.Already the base offers M.in.air conditioning, Bluetooth, 6.5-inch touch screen, LED headlights and anti-color system with emergency braking function.Model prices start from PLN 62,000.Plus for attractively priced add -on packages: e.g..Comfort for the ambition version (M.in.15 ″ alloy wheels, a multifunctional leather steering wheel and a reversing camera for PLN 3300)

It is worth considering here that all competitive models have increased in recent years.The new fabia is no longer a strictly urban car, but rather a car bordering a compact class.On the one hand, still agile and economical, on the other - in terms of comfort and safety growing above its segment.