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|related = [[SEAT Ibiza]]<br>[[SEAT Córdoba]]<br>[[Volkswagen Polo Mk IV]]
|related = [[SEAT Ibiza]]<br>[[SEAT Córdoba]]<br>[[Volkswagen Polo Mk IV]]
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:''"Fabia" redirects here. See also [[Fabius]].''
==First generation (1999-present)==
The '''Škoda Fabia''' is a [[supermini car|supermini]] produced by Czech manufacturer [[Škoda Auto]] since 1999. It was the successor to the [[Škoda Felicia]], which was discontinued in 2001. The Fabia was available in [[hatchback]], [[station wagon|estate]] (named '''Fabia Combi''') and [[sedan|saloon]] (named '''Fabia Sedan''') body styles while from 2007 merging in the second generation - starting with hatchback and awaiting the new estate version. The saloon variant is not planned for the second generation{{Fact|date=July 2007}}.
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==Škoda Fabia Mk1 (6Y) (1999-2007)==
{{Infobox Automobile
{{Infobox Automobile
|name = First generation
|name = Škoda Fabia Mk1 (6Y)
|image = [[Image:Skoda Fabia Sedan.jpg|250px|Škoda Fabia]]
|image = [[Image:Skoda Fabia Sedan.jpg|250px|Škoda Fabia]]
|production = 1999-2007
|production = 1999-2007
|body_style = 4-door [[sedan|saloon]]<br>5-door [[hatchback]]<br>5-door [[Station wagon|estate]]
|body_style = 4-door [[sedan|saloon]]<br>5-door [[hatchback]]<br>5-door [[Station wagon|estate]]
|engine = '''Petrol'''<br/>1.0 MPI (37 kW)<br/>1.2 HTP (40 and 47 kW)<br/>1.4 MPI (44, 50, 55, 59 and 74 kW)<br/>2.0 MPI (85 kW)<br/>'''Diesel'''<br/>1.4 TDI PD (51, 55 and 59 kW)<br/>1.9 SDI (47 kW)<br/>1.9 TDI PD (74 kW)<br/>1.9 TDI PD (96 kW) - vRS only<br/>
|engine = '''Petrol'''<br/>1.0 MPI (37 kW)<br/>1.2 HTP (40 and 47 kW)<br/>1.4 MPI (44, 50, 55, 59 and 74 kW)<br/>2.0 MPI (85 kW)<br/>'''Diesel'''<br/>1.4 [[TDI]] PD (51, 55 and 59 kW)<br/>1.9 [[Suction Diesel Injection|SDI]] (47 kW)<br/>1.9 [[TDI]] PD (74 kW)<br/>1.9 [[TDI]] PD (96 kW) - vRS only<br/>
|wheelbase = {{Auto mm|2460|1}}
|wheelbase = {{Auto mm|2460|1}}
|length = Hatchback: {{Auto mm|3960|1}}<br>Saloon/estate: {{Auto mm|4220|1}}
|length = Hatchback: {{Auto mm|3960|1}}<br>Saloon/estate: {{Auto mm|4220|1}}
|height = {{Auto mm|1450|1}}
|height = {{Auto mm|1450|1}}
}}
}}
The first generation Fabia was officially presented at the [[Frankfurt Motor Show]] in September 1999 and production of this model started in October the same year. The estate version Fabia Combi was introduced in September 2000 at the [[Paris Motor Show]].
The first generation Fabia (given the internal type code ''6Y'') was officially presented at the [[Frankfurt Motor Show]] in September 1999 and production of this model started in October the same year. The estate version Fabia Combi was introduced in September 2000 at the [[Paris Motor Show]]. It was the first model to use the Volkswagen Group's [[Volkswagen A0 platform|A04 platform]], which it shares with the [[Volkswagen Polo Mk IV]] and [[SEAT Ibiza]].
The range starts with the 1.2 6v Classic (which is cheaper than Volkswagen's smaller 3-door 1.0 [[VW Lupo|Lupo]]) to the 1.9 PD TDi vRS.
The range starts with the 1.2 6v Classic (which is cheaper than Volkswagen's smaller 3-door 1.0 [[VW Lupo|Lupo]]) to the 1.9 PD TDi vRS.
===Engines===
===Engines===
The term MPI (Multi-Point Injection) is used by Škoda to differentiate from 16v models and (in the case of the Octavia) FSI engines. The {{Auto bhp|75|0}} version of the 1.4 16v was only mated to Volkswagens four-speed [[automatic transmission]] with [[fuzzy logic]] operation until the addition of earlier sport models which mated it with a manual transmission. The 1.4 8v was dropped in 2003 as it will fail to meet future [[emission standard|emissions]] requirements. Its performance is heavily hampered by its old [[OHV]] (Pushrod) design. The Fabia's overall performance and fuel consumption figures fall behind other city cars and small family cars as it is larger and heavier. However, the 1.2 HTP Engine was developed specifically for the Fabia and offers better performance and fuel economy, but later used in [[Volkswagen]]s own Polo due to its high acclaim. HTP Stands for High [[Torque]] Performance.
The term MPI (Multi-Point Injection) is used by Škoda to differentiate from 16v models and (in the case of the Octavia) FSI engines. The {{Auto bhp|75|0}} version of the 1.4 16v was only mated to Volkswagens four-speed [[automatic transmission]] with [[fuzzy logic]] operation until the addition of earlier sport models which mated it with a manual transmission. The 1.4 8v was dropped in 2003 as it will fail to meet future [[emission standard|emissions]] requirements. Its performance is heavily hampered by its old [[OHV]] (Pushrod) design. The Fabia's overall performance and fuel consumption figures fall behind other city cars and small family cars as it is larger and heavier. However, the 1.2 HTP Engine was developed specifically for the Fabia and offers better performance and fuel economy, but later used in [[Volkswagen]]s own Polo due to its high acclaim. HTP Stands for High [[Torque]] Performance.
In 2007 there have been produced 1,000 Special Edition Fabia vRS’<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.skoda.co.uk/skoda3g/content/whatsnew/specialeditionvRS.aspx|title=Fabia vRS Special Edition| author=Skoda.UK | accessdate=2007-07-27}}</ref> featuring individually numbered black leather seats, sporty red [[Disc brake|brake callipers]] and Race Blue [[metallic paint]].
In 2007 there have been produced 1,000 Special Edition Fabia vRS’<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.skoda.co.uk/skoda3g/content/whatsnew/specialeditionvRS.aspx|title=Fabia vRS Special Edition| author=Skoda.UK | accessdate=2007-07-27}}</ref> featuring individually numbered black leather seats, sporty red [[Disc brake|brake callipers]] and Race Blue [[metallic paint]].
==Second generation (2007-present)==
==Škoda Fabia Mk2 (5J) (2007-present)==
{{Infobox Automobile
{{Infobox Automobile
|name = Second generation
|name = Škoda Fabia Mk2 (5J)
|image = [[Image:Skoda Fabia blue front 20071125.jpg|250px|Škoda Fabia II]]
|image = [[Image:Skoda Fabia blue front 20071125.jpg|250px|Škoda Fabia II]]
|production = 2007–present
|production = 2007–present
}}
}}
The second generation Fabia was officially presented at the [[Geneva Auto Show]] in March 2007<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.euroautotrends.com/skoda-to-launch-fabia-ii/|title=Skoda to launch Fabia II| author=Euro Auto Trends | accessdate=2007-07-19 | date=2006-12-12 }}</ref> and is being sold from April 2007. It is slightly larger than its predecessor and takes styling cues from the new [[Škoda Roomster|Roomster]] [[leisure activity vehicle]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/carreviews/firstdrives/208268/skoda_fabia.html|title=Skoda Fabia| author=Auto Express | accessdate=2007-07-25 | date=2007-04 }}</ref>
The second generation Fabia (internal type code ''5J'') was officially presented at the [[Geneva Auto Show]] in March 2007<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.euroautotrends.com/skoda-to-launch-fabia-ii/|title=Skoda to launch Fabia II| author=Euro Auto Trends | accessdate=2007-07-19 | date=2006-12-12 }}</ref> and is being sold from April 2007. Based on the updated [[Volkswagen A0 platform|PQ25]] platform, it is slightly larger than its predecessor and takes styling cues from the new [[Škoda Roomster|Roomster]] [[leisure activity vehicle]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/carreviews/firstdrives/208268/skoda_fabia.html|title=Skoda Fabia| author=Auto Express | accessdate=2007-07-25 | date=2007-04 }}</ref>
Škoda [[United Kingdom|UK]] has created a television advertisement<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.newfabia.co.uk/|title=The New Škoda Fabia. Full of Lovely Stuff| author=Škoda-Auto.UK | accessdate=2007-07-26 }}</ref> featuring the making of a Škoda Fabia car out of [[cake]] while swapped [[rivet]]s for [[raisin]]s, [[metal]] for [[marzipan]] and [[spark plug]]s for [[sugar]]<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.duncans.tv/2007/skoda-fabia-cake|title=Skoda Fabia Cake| author=Duncan's TV Ad Land | accessdate=2007-07-26|date=2007-05-27 }}</ref>.
Škoda [[United Kingdom|UK]] has created a television advertisement<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.newfabia.co.uk/|title=The New Škoda Fabia. Full of Lovely Stuff| author=Škoda-Auto.UK | accessdate=2007-07-26 }}</ref> featuring the making of a Škoda Fabia car out of [[cake]] while swapped [[rivet]]s for [[raisin]]s, [[metal]] for [[marzipan]] and [[spark plug]]s for [[sugar]]<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.duncans.tv/2007/skoda-fabia-cake|title=Skoda Fabia Cake| author=Duncan's TV Ad Land | accessdate=2007-07-26|date=2007-05-27 }}</ref>.
===Engines===
===Engines===
The petrol engine lineup is a mixture of newer engines from the [[Volkswagen Group]] and some carry overs from the outgoing model. The base 1.2 remains the same (44 kW) while the higher powered version has its power output upped to {{Auto bhp|70|0}}. There is only a single 1.4 litre 16v petrol on this model, producing {{Auto bhp|85|0}}. The range topping petrol engine is the 1.6 16v engine producing {{Auto bhp|105|0}}. There is also an option to link this engine to a 6 speed [[tiptronic]] [[Transmission (mechanics)|transmission]].
The petrol engine lineup is a mixture of newer engines from the [[Volkswagen Group]] and some carry overs from the outgoing model. The base 1.2 remains the same (44 kW) while the higher powered version has its power output upped to {{Auto bhp|70|0}}. There is only a single 1.4 litre 16v petrol on this model, producing {{Auto bhp|85|0}}. The range topping petrol engine is the 1.6 16v engine producing {{Auto bhp|105|0}}. There is also an option to link this engine to a 6 speed [[tiptronic]] [[Transmission (mechanics)|transmission]] sourced from [[Aisin]].
Diesel engines consist of the same {{Auto bhp|70|0}} and {{Auto bhp|80|0}} 1.4 TDI units from before. The range topping diesel is a 1.9 TDI producing {{Auto bhp|105|0}}.
Diesel engines consist of the same {{Auto bhp|70|0}} and {{Auto bhp|80|0}} 1.4 TDI units from before. The range topping diesel is a 1.9 TDI producing {{Auto bhp|105|0}}.
It is rumoured that eventually a 1.4 TSI running at {{Auto bhp|125|0}} will become the range topping petrol for the planned estate version and that the next generation vRS will also receive the 1.4 TSI to the tune of {{Auto bhp|170|0}}<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.briskoda.net/forums/site-news-updates-etc/skoda-fabia-skoda-octavia-model-year-2007-a/55349/|title= Škoda Fabia And Škoda Octavia In Model Year 2007| author=BRISKODA.net | accessdate=2007-07-19 | date=2006-06-06 }}</ref>. The release date for the New Fabia vRS has been cited as May 2008 by some Škoda UK dealers, although specs are unknown. {{Fact|date=September 2007}}
It is rumoured that eventually a 1.4 TSI running at {{Auto bhp|125|0}} will become the range topping petrol for the planned estate version and that the next generation vRS will also receive the 1.4 TSI to the tune of {{Auto bhp|170|0}}<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.briskoda.net/forums/site-news-updates-etc/skoda-fabia-skoda-octavia-model-year-2007-a/55349/|title= Škoda Fabia And Škoda Octavia In Model Year 2007| author=BRISKODA.net | accessdate=2007-07-19 | date=2006-06-06 }}</ref>. The release date for the New Fabia vRS has been cited as May 2008 by some Škoda UK dealers, although specs are unknown. {{Fact|date=September 2007}}
=== Features ===
===Features===
The second generation Fabia equipment levels are Fabia, Classic, Ambiente, Sport and Elegance. It will feature side air bags, which may be fitted as standard in some markets with stringent safety regulations. Also available as an option will be head airbags. Most now come with a central locking system that automatically locks itself if the keys are not in the ignition and the bonnet gets closed. This is a built-in safety measure to stop people hot-wiring the car then driving off. Also to stop people breaking in if the car was locked by the keys only the keys can open it again meaning no one can break the window and open it from the inside if it was locked by the owner.
The second generation Fabia equipment levels are Fabia, Classic, Ambiente, Sport and Elegance. It will feature side air bags, which may be fitted as standard in some markets with stringent safety regulations. Also available as an option will be head airbags. Most now come with a central locking system that automatically locks itself if the keys are not in the ignition and the bonnet gets closed. This is a built-in safety measure to stop people hot-wiring the car then driving off. Also to stop people breaking in if the car was locked by the keys only the keys can open it again meaning no one can break the window and open it from the inside if it was locked by the owner.
=== Safety ===
===Safety===
Škoda Fabia passed the [[Euro NCAP]] car safety tests<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.euroncap.com/Content-CarAssessment/6a9ad78c-19f0-43bd-95d7-a67421791a5e/skoda-fabia.aspx|title= Skoda Fabia| author=Euro NCAP | accessdate=2007-07-26 }}</ref> with these ratings:
Škoda Fabia passed the [[Euro NCAP]] car safety tests<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.euroncap.com/Content-CarAssessment/6a9ad78c-19f0-43bd-95d7-a67421791a5e/skoda-fabia.aspx|title= Skoda Fabia| author=Euro NCAP | accessdate=2007-07-26 }}</ref> with these ratings:
* [[Adult]] occupant = {{rating-5|4}}
* [[Adult]] occupant = {{rating-5|4}}
* [[Pedestrian]] = {{rating-4|2}}
* [[Pedestrian]] = {{rating-4|2}}
=== Awards ===
===Awards===
'''2007''': [[Serbia]]n ''Car of the Year 2007''<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.askaprice.com/torque-article.asp?article=Skoda_Fabia_wins_%C2%B4Car_of_the_Year%C2%B4_award_-_in_Serbia&item=3048|title=Skoda Fabia wins ´Car of the Year´ award - in Serbia| author=askaprice | accessdate=2007-07-27|date=2007-04-29 }}</ref>
'''2007''': [[Serbia]]n ''Car of the Year 2007''<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.askaprice.com/torque-article.asp?article=Skoda_Fabia_wins_%C2%B4Car_of_the_Year%C2%B4_award_-_in_Serbia&item=3048|title=Skoda Fabia wins ´Car of the Year´ award - in Serbia| author=askaprice | accessdate=2007-07-27|date=2007-04-29 }}</ref>
== References ==
==References==
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== External links ==
==External links==
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* [http://www.skoda-auto.com/moss/model/newfabia/home Official Škoda Fabia Site]
* [http://www.skoda-auto.com/moss/model/newfabia/home Official Škoda Fabia Site]
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