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Skoda Fabia III (facelift 2018) 1.0 MPI (60 Hp)
Overall Rating
Skoda Fabia:
The Škoda Fabia is a series of passenger cars produced by Czech manufacturer Škoda Auto since 1999. It is the successor of the Škoda Felicia, which was discontinued in 2001. The Fabia was available in hatchback, estate and saloon body styles at launch, and from 2007, the second generation was offered in hatchback and estate versions. The third generation Fabia was launched in 2015, and the fourth in 2021. @media all and }@media all and body. skin-vector-2022. mw-parser-output. tocleft. mw-parser-output. tocleft-clear-both. mw-parser-output. tocleft-clear-none}....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (facelift 2018) Overview:
Skoda Fabia (III (facelift 2018)). With 95 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.8 l/100km). Weighing only 1086 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 16.6 s). The top speed reaches 157 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.0 MPI (60 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This entry-level naturally aspirated engine offers very basic performance, suitable primarily for urban driving. Acceleration is sluggish, making highway merges and overtakes challenging.
Fuel Economy
While decent for its power output, its real-world economy can suffer when pushed hard outside of city limits. It's not as efficient as the turbocharged TSI units.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent value for money in its segment
- • Practical and spacious interior for a supermini
- • Efficient and refined TSI engines
- • Solid build quality and reliability
- • Good safety rating (5-star Euro NCAP)
Cons:
- • MPI engines lack power for anything beyond city driving
- • Interior design can be a bit bland compared to rivals
- • Ride can be firm on larger wheels
- • Some rivals offer a more engaging driving experience
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Combi (facelift 2010): March, 2010 - 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Skoda |
| Model: | Fabia |
| Generation: | III (facelift 2018) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 MPI (60 Hp) |
| Start of production: | March, 2019 |
| End of production: | November, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 60 Hp @ 5000-6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 60.1 Hp/l [250mm less] |
| Torque: | 95 Nm @ 3000-4300 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA211 / CHYE More details about the engine EA211 / CHYE |
| Engine displacement: | 999 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 76.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 16.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 16.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 157 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 18.1 kg/Hp, 55.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 11.4 kg/Nm, 87.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 15.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1086 |
| Max. weight: | 1541 |
| Max load: | 455 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1150 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 330 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 800 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 540 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 50 kg |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 1000 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3997 mm mm [250mm less] |
| Width: | 1732 mm mm [90mm more] |
| Height: | 1467 mm mm [31mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2470 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1958 mm |
| Front track: | 1463 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1457 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 133 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Semi-dependent beam with stabilizer lateral stability |
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