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  • Skoda Fabia vRS 2000 Concept

    Skoda has also revealed a nice concept at the exhibition by Lake Wörthersee. The model is Fabia vRS 2000, which is specially prepared for this anniversary meeting. Besides the latest innovations in its sports models, Skoda will be offering a packed programme of entertainment.

    “These days, the GTI-Treffen is rightly hailed by fans of powerful engines and sporty customisation as the Mecca of car tuning,” commented Skoda CEO Prof. Dr Winfried Vahland.

    “Anyone who comes to the event once never wants to miss another year of this fascinating get-together. The jubilee year of 2011 is a welcome opportunity for us to show off our sports models and make sure that everyone knows that Škoda really has something to offer here.”, he added.

    Fabia vRS 2000 Concept car is based on the Skoda Motorsport’s broad rally car and offers plenty of room for four occupants. There are no further details about the interesting vehicle, so the visitors can look forward to the Fabia Super 2000, which was unbeatable last season as it dominated the IRC world championship series.

    However, Skoda stand, covering an area of ​​600 m2, will host a lot of events for the visitors including in a rally simulation, experience a free fall, and race RC models.

    Skoda Fabia vRS 2000 Concept

    Skoda Fabia vRS 2000 Concept
    Skoda Fabia vRS 2000 Concept

    Source: Skoda

  • Skoda Fabia Greenline II – 2006 km on a single tank of fuel

    Skoda Fabia GreenLine II has achieved 2006km (yes, two thousand and six), which is 1246 miles on a single tank of fuel. The driver was Gerhard Plattner, who started in Reutte, Austria, Plattner drove to Bov, Denmark and back. The Austria-based economy driving world champion used Germany’s longest motorway, the A7, for his trip from Austria to Denmark and back.

    The fuel consumption is just amazing – 127.8 mpg – 2.2 liters / 100km (although the official consumption figure is 83.1 mpg (combined cycle).

    “We work hard to reduce the fuel consumption in our vehicles. The primary goal of these efforts is to offer efficient technology in all of our models at affordable prices, and our second-generation GreenLine models meet this requirement perfectly. The Fabia GreenLine is going to show what can be achieved by combining refined technology with economy driving.”, commented Dr. Eckhard Scholz, head of technical development for Skoda Auto.

    The trip was supervised by the International Police Motor Corporation (IPMC) who also sealed the fuel tank before Plattner set out from Reutte.

    “The Škoda GreenLine models are perfect for fuel-efficient driving. In light of the current fuel prices, not only is that important for one’s own wallet, but also for lowering environmental pollution. With a fuel consumption well below the specified norm, I want to show that besides the car manufacturers, every driver can contribute to further reduce this environmental pollution. It already starts with small details such as the proper tyre pressure.”, Gerhard Plattner finished.

    The new Fabia GreenLine II is powered by a 1.2 litre TDI diesel with 75bhp and is fitted with technological advancements such as a Stop/start system, gear change recommendation, and energy recuperation, improving economy and lowering CO2 emissions even further.

    With these systems, the small hatch emits just 89 g/km CO2, with a combined fuel economy of 83.1 mpg making it the most economical Skoda ever!

    Skoda Fabia Greenline II

    Source: Fabia

  • Skoda now offers SE Plus Trim Level

    Skoda now offers an all-new trim level – SE Plus, which is available across the entire multi-award winning model range. The SE Plus trim level is right between SE and Elegance. The new specification level offers customers savings of up to £1310.

    There are also two new engines available exclusively on SE Plus trim. The first is 1.8 TSI with 152PS available on Yeti, Octavia and Superb and 2.0 TDI CR with 110PS for Octavia.

    “SE Plus offers lots of extra equipment beyond SE trim at a considerably reduced cost to the customer. We’ve tailored the offering on each model to reflect the features that are most desirable.  SE Plus isn’t a special edition, but a completely new trim level that will run until the end of each vehicle’s life-cycle.”, said Chris Horrell, Škoda UK’s Product Marketing Manager.

    :” Features such as Bluetooth, a multi-function steering wheel and Škoda’s Amundsen touch-screen sat-nav system on the Octavia, Superb and Yeti will boost the appeal of SE Plus for both retail and corporate buyers.”, he added.

    SE Plus in detail:

    Octavia Hatch SE Plus (priced from £16,365 OTR)

    Additional features above SE trim include 16-inch Proxima alloy wheels, unique Kristal upholstery, rear parking sensors, Isofix front passenger seat, Amundsen touch-screen satellite navigation system, Bluetooth telephone connectivity, multi-function steering wheel and Media Device Interface (MDI) with connecting cable.

    Equipment value over SE £2,270
    Customer premium over SE £960
    Saving £1,310

    Superb Hatch SE Plus (priced from £21,350 OTR)

    Additional features above SE trim include Amundsen touch-screen satellite navigation system, Bluetooth telephone connectivity, multi-function steering wheel, sunset privacy glass and Media Device Interface (MDI) with connecting cable.

    Equipment value over SE £2,485
    Customer premium over SE £1,210
    Saving £1,275

    Yeti SE Plus (priced from £17,410 OTR)

    Additional features above SE trim include unique Kristal upholstery, Amundsen touch-screen satellite navigation system, CD autochanger, Bluetooth telephone connectivity, multi-function steering wheel, electric driver and passenger seats, rear passenger folding tables on back of front seats.

    Equipment value over SE £1,310
    Customer premium over SE £700
    Saving £610

    Fabia Hatchback SE Plus (priced from £11,825 OTR)

    Additional features above SE trim include unique Kristal upholstery, sunset privacy glass, climate control, multi-function steering wheel, electric rear windows, storage boxes under the front seats, protective black side mouldingsand Media Device Interface (MDI) with connecting cable.

    Equipment value over SE £1,210
    Customer premium over SE £590
    Saving £620

    Roomster SE Plus (priced from £13,560 OTR)

    Additional features above SE trim include 15-inch Antares alloy wheels, unique Kristal upholstery, roof rails, climate control, multi-function steering wheel and Media Device Interface (MDI) with connecting cable.

    Equipment value over SE £945
    Customer premium over SE £530
    Saving £415

    Skoda’s new SE Plus trim level goes on sale from 3 May 2011.

    Skoda now offers SE Plus Trim Level

    New Engines:

    Octavia Hatch Octavia Hatch Octavia Estate Octavia Estate
    SE Plus 1.8 TSI 152PS SE Plus 2.0 TDI 110PS SE Plus 1.8 TSI 152PS SE Plus 2.0TDI 110PS
    Emissions
    CO2 (g/km) 158 126 158 126
    Engine & Drivetrain
    CC 1,798 1,968 1798 1,968
    Transmission type Manual Manual Manual Manual
    Performance
    0 to 62 mph (sec) 7.8 11 7.9 11.1
    Engine power – PS 152 110 152 110
    – at RPM 4500-6200 4200 4500-6200 4200
    Engine torque – NM 250 280 250 280
    – at RPM 1500-4500 1750-2750 1500-4500 1750-2500
    Top speed (mph) 135 121 136 121
    Fuel consumption
    Urban (mpg) 29.7 46.3 29.7 44.8
    Extra urban (mpg) 51.4 70.6 51.4 65.7
    Combined (mpg) 40.9 58.9 40.9 57.6
    Superb Hatch Superb Estate Yeti
    SE Plus 1.8 TSI 152PS SE Plus 1.8 TSI 152PS SE Plus 1.8 TSI 152PS 4×4
    Emissions
    CO2 (g/km) 169 170 189
    Engine & Drivetrain
    CC 1,798 1,798 1798
    Transmission type Manual Manual Manual
    Performance
    0 to 62 mph (sec) 8.6 8.6 8.4
    Engine power – PS 152 152 152
    – at RPM 4,500-6,200 4,500-6,200 4300-6200
    Engine torque – NM 250 250 250
    – at RPM 1,500-4,500 1,500-4,500 1500-4500
    Top speed (mph) 137 135 125
    Fuel consumption
    Urban (mpg) 30.1 29.7 28
    Extra urban (mpg) 47.9 47.9 40.9
    Combined (mpg) 39.2 38.7 35.3

    Prices:

    Fabia SE Plus Recommended basic VAT RRP Recommended OTR
    Hatch 1.2 12V 69PS 5spd £9,383.33 £1,876.67 £11,260.00 £11,825.00
    1.2 TSI 86PS 5spd £9,895.83 £1,979.17 £11,875.00 £12,440.00
    1.2 TSI 105PS 5spd £10,445.83 £2,089.17 £12,535.00 £13,100.00
    1.2 TSI 105PS 7spd DSG £11,041.67 £2,208.33 £13,250.00 £13,815.00
    1.6 TDI CR 75PS 5spd DPF £10,575.00 £2,115.00 £12,690.00 £13,255.00
    1.6 TDI CR 90PS 5spd DPF £11,066.67 £2,213.33 £13,280.00 £13,845.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS 5spd DPF £11,254.17 £2,250.83 £13,505.00 £14,070.00
    Estate 1.2 12V 69PS 5spd £10,091.67 £2,018.33 £12,110.00 £12,675.00
    1.2 TSI 86PS 5spd £10,604.17 £2,120.83 £12,725.00 £13,290.00
    1.2 TSI 105PS 5spd £11,154.17 £2,230.83 £13,385.00 £13,950.00
    1.2 TSI 105PS 7spd DSG £11,750.00 £2,350.00 £14,100.00 £14,665.00
    1.6 TDI CR 75PS 5spd DPF £11,283.33 £2,256.67 £13,540.00 £14,105.00
    1.6 TDI CR 90PS 5spd DPF £11,775.00 £2,355.00 £14,130.00 £14,695.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS 5spd DPF £11,962.50 £2,392.50 £14,355.00 £14,920.00

    Roomster SE Plus Recommended basic VAT RRP Recommended OTR
    1.2 TSI 69PS 5spd £10,720.83 £2,144.17 £12,865.00 £13,560.00
    1.2 TSI 86PS 5spd £11,270.83 £2,254.17 £13,525.00 £14,205.00
    1.2 TSI 105PS 5spd £11,825.00 £2,365.00 £14,190.00 £14,870.00
    1.2 TSI 105PS 7spd DSG £12,429.17 £2,485.83 £14,915.00 £15,595.00
    1.6 TDI CR 90PS 5spd DPF £12,445.83 £2,489.17 £14,935.00 £15,500.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS 5spd DPF £12,633.33 £2,526.67 £15,160.00 £15,725.00
    Yeti SE Plus Recommended basic VAT RRP Recommended OTR
    1.2 TSI 105PS £13,929.17 £2,785.83 £16,715.00 £17,410.00
    1.2 TSI 105PS DSG £14,887.50 £2,977.50 £17,865.00 £18,560.00
    1.4 TSI 122PS £14,566.67 £2,913.33 £17,480.00 £18,210.00
    1.8T TSI 152PS 4×4 £16,041.67 £3,208.33 £19,250.00 £20,260.00
    2.0 TDI CR 110PS DPF £15,058.33 £3,011.67 £18,070.00 £18,750.00
    2.0 TDI CR 110PS 4×4 DPF £16,475.00 £3,295.00 £19,770.00 £20,500.00
    2.0 TDI CR 140PS 4×4 DPF £17,162.50 £3,432.50 £20,595.00 £21,325.00
    2.0 TDI CR 140PS 4×4 DSG DPF £18,120.83 £3,624.17 £21,745.00 £22,575.00
    2.0 TDI CR 170PS 4×4 DPF £17,858.33 £3,571.67 £21,430.00 £22,160.00
    Octavia   SE Plus Recommended basic VAT RRP Recommended OTR
    Hatch 1.4 TSI 122PS £13,058.33 £2,611.67 £15,670.00 £16,365.00
    1.4 TSI 122PS DSG £14,025.00 £2,805.00 £16,830.00 £17,525.00
    1.8 TSI 152PS £13,516.67 £2,703.33 £16,220.00 £16,950.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS DPF £14,695.83 £2,939.17 £17,635.00 £18,200.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS DSG DPF £15,662.50 £3,132.50 £18,795.00 £19,360.00
    2.0 TDI CR 110PS DPF £15,125.00 £3,025.00 £18,150.00 £18,715.00
    2.0 TDI CR 140PS DPF £15,729.17 £3,145.83 £18,875.00 £19,440.00
    Estate 1.4 TSI 122PS £13,975.00 £2,795.00 £16,770.00 £17,465.00
    1.4 TSI 122PS DSG £14,941.67 £2,988.33 £17,930.00 £18,625.00
    1.8 TSI 152PS £14,433.33 £2,886.67 £17,320.00 £18,050.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS DPF £15,612.50 £3,122.50 £18,735.00 £19,300.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS DSG DPF £16,579.17 £3,315.83 £19,895.00 £20,460.00
    2.0 TDI CR 110PS DPF £16,041.67 £3,208.33 £19,250.00 £19,815.00
    2.0 TDI CR 140PS DPF £16,645.83 £3,329.17 £19,975.00 £20,540.00
    Superb  SE Plus Recommended basic VAT RRP Recommended OTR
    Hatch 1.8 TSI 152PS £17,100.00 £3,420.00 £20,520.00 £21,350.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS DPF £17,462.50 £3,492.50 £20,955.00 £21,520.00
    2.0 TDI CR 140PS DPF £17,975.00 £3,595.00 £21,570.00 £22,265.00
    2.0 TDI CR 140PS DSG DPF £19,066.67 £3,813.33 £22,880.00 £23,610.00
    2.0 TDI CR 170PS DPF £18,737.50 £3,747.50 £22,485.00 £23,180.00
    2.0 TDI CR 170PS DSG DPF £19,829.17 £3,965.83 £23,795.00 £24,525.00
    Estate 1.8 TSI 152PS £18,150.00 £3,630.00 £21,780.00 £22,610.00
    1.6 TDI CR 105PS DPF £18,512.50 £3,702.50 £22,215.00 £22,895.00
    2.0 TDI CR 140PS DPF £19,025.00 £3,805.00 £22,830.00 £23,525.00
    2.0 TDI CR 140PS DSG DPF £20,116.67 £4,023.33 £24,140.00 £24,870.00
    2.0 TDI CR 170PS DPF £19,787.50 £3,957.50 £23,745.00 £24,475.00
    2.0 TDI CR 170PS DSG DPF £20,879.17 £4,175.83 £25,055.00 £25,785.00

    Source: Skoda

  • 2011 Skoda Fabia Monte Carlo

    Skoda Fabia will introduce a special edition – Monte Carlo, which is a  new model with enhanced sports styling and bespoke interior. The vehicle is launched specially to celebrate 100 years of the Monte Carlo Rally.

    The exterior boasts a dynamic look with piano-black body trim extended over the wheel arches and down the full length of the car, (more…)

  • Skoda Fabia vRS+ and Octavia vRS+ at 2010 Worthersee

    Skoda Auto presented several vehicles at the GTI Worthersee tuning event which was held between 12th and 15th May in Austria. Some of the displayed cars were two tuned Fabia vRS+ and Octavia vRS+. Two Fabia S2000 race cars are also exhibited.

    The Fabia vRS+ concept is based on the new Fabia vRS. It features included the headlamps and the radiator grille. Additionally, the car has black spoilers and diffusers, and the bonnet is decorated with visible air intakes. The interior, including sports seats, comes with new materials in the exclusive colours of this concept car. (more…)

  • Skoda Fabia vRS goes on sale in the UK from 29 July

    Skoda Fabia vRS will be launched in the UK on 29 July 2010.  The new vRS is the fastest production Fabia ever built, which make the small car perfect value for money, what is more it has low running costs and high performance.

    vRS is powered by 1.4TSI 180bhp engine combined with a 7-speed DSG transmission with ESP, HHC (Hill Hold Control) and XDS (Electronic Differential System). The acceleration is astonishing for compact class – 0-100 km/h in 7.3 secs and top speed of 140 mph (225 km/h).   (more…)

  • Skoda introduces GreenLine II Fabia and Roomster

    Skoda has announced its second generation, eco-friendly GreenLine rides – Skoda Fabia Estate GreenLine II and Skoda Roomster GreenLine II. (more…)

  • Russia has begun production of 2010 Skoda Fabia facelift

    Skoda Auto Russia has started a full production of the new Fabia in Kaluga factory. This is the second model, which has begun its full-cycle production in the factory. The first one was the Skoda Octavia.

    Fabia is a best-selling model of Skoda in Russia. Last year, 264 173 cars were sold, which is an increase of 7.1 per cent on the previous year. Skoda Fabia is also the best selling car in Russia in 2009.

    Reinhard Jung, head of Skoda Auto board of directors  said : “Over the past few years, Skoda has been very successful and record sales were once again achieved in 2009. A main contributing factor for this market growth is the continued development in areas such as Russia, India and China. With our investments in Kaluga production, dealer network and products we will continue to strengthen our position in the Russian market,”.

    Petr Janeba, Head of Skoda Russia added: “Russia is one of the key markets for Skoda and we expect to see sustained future growth.  One of our primary objectives is to increase our production capacities and we are already achieving success in this as all Skoda models are produced at the Russian factory in Kaluga; providing attractive price-quality ratio to our clients, faster reaction to the local market changes and to our Russian customers’ requirements. In October 2009, we started full-cycle production of the Skoda Octavia and today we are ready to announce the start of the second
    model production by CKD.

    Skoda Fabia Facelift (2010)
    Skoda Fabia Facelift (2010)
    2010 Skoda Fabia Facelift
    2010 Skoda Fabia Facelift

    “The Skoda Fabia is such a popular vehicle in the Russian market and we happy to say that it is now the second all-Russian car of our brand. We are pleased to showcase it for the first time at our factory!”

    “Skoda Fabia is the third model in the Group to be produced in full-cycle including welding, painting and assembly. Our Kaluga factory with its wide model line-up is unique for Volkswagen Group and we intend to increase the number of models in the future. Most importantly, we produce all vehicles in accordance with the highest quality standards,” concluded Dietmar Korzekwa, General Director of Volkswagen Group Rus.

    The new Fabia will be available at all official Russian dealerships from the beginning of May 2010.  Because of the good price of Fabia, Skoda gained a leading position in Russia’s compact car segment.

    Last decade, Skoda has proven themselves in the Europe as a reliable and high quality make.  Now they are expanding the production and dealerships in Asia. Definitely a smart move, because of the huge market and good opportunities.

  • Skoda teased facelifted Fabia ahead of Geneva

    Škoda Auto is unveiling the new-look Fabia and Roomster at this year’s Geneva Motorshow.  Škoda’s compact cars have been given an exciting exterior redesign, plus a fresh range of engines, packed with new technology.

    The new design accentuates the cars’ width, with a totally redesigned face that gives both cars a more dynamic look, increasing their road presence.  Scout models have also been redesigned, with a new Fabia hatch version making its debut in Geneva. (more…)

  • Skoda starts producing a modernised three-cylinder 1.2l engine

    Škoda Auto has started producing a modernised 1.2 HTP engine in its engine manufacturing plant in Mladá Boleslav, the place of the car manufacturer’s head office. (more…)

  • Skoda Auto At The Shanghai Motor Show

    Škoda will have its official launch of the Superb Hao Rui at the Shanghai Motor Show this week. Škoda’s flagship will become the third model to be produced by the Shanghai Volkswagen plant following the introduction of the Octavia Ming Rui and the Fabia Jing Rui. (more…)

  • NEW Skoda Fabia Scout BREAKS COVER

    Škoda has unveiled the first official photographs of the Fabia Scout. The new addition to the Scout family will make its world debut at this year’s Geneva Motor Show.

    The design of the brand new Scout includes distinct features and attractive protective elements, giving this functional and economical car, new emotional dimensions.  A uniquely-shaped bumper and plastic cladding give this new version of Škoda’s popular estate enhanced, robust features.  In addition, protective elements on the sides of the body and a silver roof-rails underline the Fabia Scout’s bold shape. (more…)