The SKODA Fabia is taking the world by storm
The SKODA Fabia is now on Australian shores. With global sales of over 1.5 million cars, the Fabia is nothing to sneeze at.
BOTANY, AUSTRALIA, September 28, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The Fabia balances the needs of its passengers with the demands of its driver and comes standard with six airbags and ESC (Electronic Stability Control) including ABS, ASR, EBD and Brake Assist.
In terms of design, the Fabia features McPherson struts mounted to a three-part subframe. This assembly is attached to the bodywork with anti-vibration mounts that help to keep noise and vibration transfer into the cabin to a minimum.
The Fabia enjoys excellent body control and feels remarkably secure through corners. Spring and damper settings have been tuned to give a smooth ride without compromising handling ability. As a result, the Fabia glides over poor surfaces and filters out imperfections before they reach the cabin. At the rear, a lightweight semi-independent set-up ensures that the optimum wheel angle is maintained at all times.
Another key element of the Fabia's dynamic package is the steering system. All Fabia models are equipped with electrohydraulic power steering as standard, and a combination of a tight 10.0 metre turning circle and an unobstructed view makes manoeuvring and parking simple. The steering system has also been designed to minimise power drain and draws significantly less power away from the engine than a fully-hydraulic system.
The Fabia is also designed to protect outside the car. Pedestrian safety was a major target in the development and the bonnet and front bumper are designed in such a way that they deform on impact and absorb energy.
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
The Fabia comes available with a 1.2-litre TSI engine producing 77kW. Designed and engineered to offer more performance, lower emissions and improved fuel consumption, this engine combines significantly lower running costs with improved drivability and refinement.
The 1.2-litre TSI engine uses direct injection and turbocharging to deliver a smooth and economical driving experience which also delivers a low combined fuel consumption of 5.5L/100km (128 g/km CO2.) Peak power is reached at 5,000 rpm and maximum torque of 175 Newton-metres is available between 1,500 and 4,100 rpm.
The Fabia is fitted as standard with a five-speed fully synchronised manual transmission. Here the connection between the gearbox and the gear lever is via two gearshift cables, which makes it easy to position the gear lever smoothly and precisely with short movements while at the same time reducing vibrations from the engine.
The clutch is a dry, single-disc plate with hydraulic control. All SKODA cars with manual gearboxes include a gear selection indicator to encourage fuel efficient driving. An arrow on the dashboard insert screen suggests when to change gears in order to keep the engine in its most efficient rev range.
FABIA MONTE CARLO 77TSI
The most stylish car in the Fabia family is the Fabia Monte Carlo. This model is enhanced by sporty styling and a bespoke interior. Launched to celebrate 100 years of the legendary Monte Carlo Rally, and to commemorate the 110-year anniversary of SKODA's motorsport involvement, this special edition model is a nod towards the brand's sporting pedigree.
From the outside, the Fabia Monte Carlo boasts a dynamic look, underlined by the introduction of piano-black body trim, which extends over the wheelarches and down the full length of the car, a black roof, black wing mirror covers, a black radiator grille, smoked headlights and black 16" lightweight alloy wheels.
Inside the Fabia Monte Carlo, customers can choose between all black or red and black sports seats which boast additional side support. Both versions come with black roof lining, a perforated leather steering wheel with red stitching, and leather handbrake and gearstick gaiter with red stitching (with the red-black interior option). To complete the enhanced sporty appeal silver chrome kick plates and steel pedals are fitted as standard.
Fabia Monte Carlo 77TSI comes with the 1.2-litre 77 kilowatt TSI engine and 5-speed fully synchronised manual transmission.
VALUE AND EQUIPMENT
Fitted with power steering, six airbags (dual front, front side and curtain airbags) and remote central locking, the Fabia enjoys a high standard of safety. Reach and rake adjustable steering column, height-adjustable driver's seat, electric front and rear windows, 60/40 split rear seat, a passenger airbag deactivation switch and an integrated CD player that features a 3.5mm jack input for MP3 devices, all come as standard in every Fabia.
The three-spoke leather steering wheel with radio and phone controls, multi-function trip computer, cruise control and Bluetooth phone connectivity as standard further adds to the high comfort and convenience levels. Chrome-trimmed airvent inserts, gear lever frame and handbrake button enhance the interior quality feel, and so does the available touchscreen technology with optional Mobile Device Interface (MDI) for use with iPod, Aux-In, USB and Mini-USB devices.
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