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Skoda Fabia Sedan I (6Y, facelift 2004) 1.4 (75 Hp) Automatic
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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)
Sedan I (6Y, facelift 2004) Overview:
Skoda Fabia (Sedan I (6Y, facelift 2004)). With 126 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1125 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17.3 s). The top speed reaches 166 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4 (75 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Underpowered for its class, with the automatic gearbox further dulling acceleration. Best suited for relaxed city driving.
Fuel Economy
Below average fuel economy for a 1.4L engine, especially when paired with the older automatic transmission.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical and spacious sedan body style for its class
- • Robust build quality and reliable VW Group components
- • Excellent fuel economy from TDI diesel engine options
- • Comfortable ride for daily commuting
- • Good value for money on the used market
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines are underpowered or thirsty (e.g., 1.4 75hp auto)
- • Interior plastics can feel basic compared to some rivals
- • Uninspiring design, particularly the sedan variant
- • Limited rear headroom for taller passengers in the sedan
- • Older automatic transmission can be sluggish
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (6Y): July, 2001 - July, 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Skoda |
| Model: | Fabia |
| Generation: | Sedan I (6Y, facelift 2004) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 (75 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | July, 2004 |
| End of production: | December, 2007 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 54 Hp/l [272mm more] |
| Torque: | 126 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | BBY More details about the engine BBY |
| Engine displacement: | 1390 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| 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: | 3.2 l |
| Coolant: | 5.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 166 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15 kg/Hp, 66.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.9 kg/Nm, 112 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1125 |
| Max. weight: | 1640 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 515 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 789 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 438 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 800 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 450 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 50 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4232 mm mm [272mm more] |
| Width: | 1646 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Height: | 1449 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2462 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1890 mm |
| Front track: | 1430 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1425 mm |
| Front overhang: | 837 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 933 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 120 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 16° |
| Departure angle: | 16° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best 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 | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 155/80 R13; 165/70 R14; 185/60 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 13; 5J x 16; 6J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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