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Skoda Launches Fabia at Auto Expo 2008

12/21/07

Skoda Launches Fabia at Auto Expo 2008

Permalink 10:41:48 am, Categories: Launch Pad, Scoops  

Skoda has officially launched the Fabia hatchback at the Auto Expo 2008. (we reported: New Fabia Launching at Auto Expo 2008).
The Fabia is being branded as a 'super hatch' by Skoda to place it at a premium over other B segment hatchbacks in the market. The Fabia has been intitially lauched with a 1.4 petrol (85 bhp) and a 1.4 diesel (69 bhp) engine with a 1.2 litre petrol unit expected to come in later part of 2008. The power seems on the lower side expecially in the diesel considering that the Fabia is going to be heavier than the Swift which has 87 bhp in petrol and 75 bhp in diesel form. If we pit this motor against the one in the Hyundai Getz diesel which has a 110 bhp 1.5 litre diesel motor Skoda clearly has lost the plot here. Skoda would be banking on the discerning customer who would appreciate the build, fit and finish and quality levels and not bother all that much about performance.

The price range is wide and varies betweenRs. 4.99 to 7.68 lakh (ex-showroom Maharashtra) depending on engine type and variant and is the highest in the premium hatchbatch category (excluding the Optra SRV and the Ford Fusion). To validate this pricing equipment levels are very lavish for a hatchback thereby getting rid of the notion that all hatchbacks are for the budget oriented buyer. The top end variant 'Elegance' has goodies like ABS, EBD, dual front airbags, sunroof, 2 din sound system, alloy wheels, parkatronic, projector headlamps etc. The diesel variant is likely to sell the most in the Indian market so here are the expected performance figures of the Fabia 1.4 Tdi:

Top Speed: 168 kmph
Mileage: 16-17 kmpl
Acceleration: 0-100kmph in 15 seconds

It's clear from these figures that the Fabia is beat on performance by many other hatchbacks including the Swift, Getz & even the Palio 1.6, but urban buyers are likely to lap up the Fabia for the upmarket feel & quality in a hatchback which is convenient for in city driving. Lets see how fabulous are the Fabia's sales.
View the Fabia India Website

SKODA FABIA PICTURES FROM THE NEW DELHI AUTO EXPO 2008

Skoda Fabia Car Launch Auto Expo 2008 Delhi
Skoda Fabia Auto Expo 2008 India Launch Pictures
Skokda Fabia Car Hatchback India Price Picture
Skoda Fabia Dashboard and Interiors Picture
Skoda Fabia Rear Seating and Legroom Picture
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Comment from: vishal madevan [Visitor]
heated ORVMs, PARKTRONICS & ROUGH ROAD PACKAGE...I am sure fabia scores over most of its competitors.for more details on features its worthwhile goin to www.fabiafeelspecial.com
PermalinkPermalink 12/28/07 @ 12:59
Comment from: dhaval desai [Visitor]
vishal did visit the website,really cool. thanx bro.
PermalinkPermalink 01/01/08 @ 12:40
Comment from: Mustafa Kamal [Visitor] Email
Sir,
Much awaited Skoda-Fabia is on the way. After a week in DElhi Auto Expo, this may be available to us.
Thanks,
Mustafa Kamal.
(Advocate)
PermalinkPermalink 01/01/08 @ 18:59
Comment from: anant anand [Visitor] Email
Yes, fabia bookings are on. Corrida Red &
Magic Black are in demand alongwith usual
grey & silver. My wife selected Satin Grey which she feels is different hue from all other shades
PermalinkPermalink 01/02/08 @ 11:18
Comment from: dhvani jivani [Visitor] Email
I am so happy about fabia having parking
sensors. Even after drving for six years my
parking instincts are primitive. Fabia
thanks. I am booking one very soon.
PermalinkPermalink 01/02/08 @ 12:26
Comment from: astha chopra [Visitor] Email
I have driven most of the hatchbacks on
scene. Very sight of fabia on the website
www.fabiafeelspecial.com excited me. Will take the test drive with my husband tomorrow.
PermalinkPermalink 01/02/08 @ 13:03
Comment from: pranali oza [Visitor] Email
dhvani has said exactly wat was in my mind.
with parking sensor women like me will
breathe easy
PermalinkPermalink 01/02/08 @ 14:01
Comment from: R. K. Verma [Visitor] Email · http://www.indimoto.com
Our wish full fill if we get a chance to buy Skoda Fabia.
PermalinkPermalink 01/02/08 @ 15:29
Comment from: jimmy narang [Visitor]
has any 1 uploaded their special videos on www.fabiafeelspecial.com???
PermalinkPermalink 01/02/08 @ 15:49
Comment from: Dipak Parijat [Visitor] Email
Fabia is excellent choice for even private
taxis.
PermalinkPermalink 01/03/08 @ 14:48
Comment from: Shekhar Wagh [Visitor] Email
Performance of Fabia disel was gud. With increasing fuel rpices it is choice car
PermalinkPermalink 01/03/08 @ 16:03
Comment from: Shyamsundar [Visitor] Email
Ati sundar Fabia has won my heart after just one test drive
PermalinkPermalink 01/03/08 @ 16:13
Comment from: mahendra mehta [Visitor] Email
Can any one tell about Active Variant of
Fabia? Wonder if it is being launched simultaneously.
PermalinkPermalink 01/04/08 @ 10:44
Comment from: Parminder gulati [Visitor] Email
I am always runing around as dresser for
brides. I carry lot of stuff with me. Fabia looks like rite choice
PermalinkPermalink 01/04/08 @ 11:10
Comment from: T.S.Balu [Visitor] Email
Used a fabia for two years in switzerland.It has smooth run up, gives good mileage and is comfortable. In India it would be a roaring success
PermalinkPermalink 01/04/08 @ 12:17
Comment from: Chatura Chainani [Visitor] Email
Most of the comments on cyberspace are from
people in Europe. Many are Indians. Their comments are more relevent. Fabia must be good
PermalinkPermalink 01/04/08 @ 12:37
Comment from: pashi patnaik [Visitor] Email
Appreciate Parminder's idea. Fabia is gud for working ladies
PermalinkPermalink 01/04/08 @ 12:57
Comment from: mukul mukherjee [Visitor] Email
My friends are awaiting my comments on Fabia.
Thumbs up is my message
PermalinkPermalink 01/04/08 @ 13:11
Comment from: sachin matheran [Visitor] Email
Customer always wins in brand wars. Fabia
is improvement on all existing hatchbacks
PermalinkPermalink 01/04/08 @ 13:37
Comment from: Russel Craso [Visitor] Email
Crasto clan at Khar is Skoda loyalist.No wonder already Fabias have been booked
PermalinkPermalink 01/04/08 @ 13:45
Comment from: Ashok Tagdiwala [Visitor] Email
Read the blog about Fabia & Mumbai marathon Connection. Touching story of children gifting a Fabia to father on 5th marathon run coinciding with 60th Birthday
PermalinkPermalink 01/04/08 @ 15:10
Comment from: Madhumita Mastakar [Visitor] Email
People always tease me 'cause of my sirname.
I liked Fabia car and don't mind being called Fabia mastakar
PermalinkPermalink 01/04/08 @ 15:22
Comment from: Irfaan Khot [Visitor] Email
Well done Skoda. Fabia is coming to India at the right time
PermalinkPermalink 01/04/08 @ 15:28
Comment from: jiah shaikh [Visitor]
booking amount is 50,000/- for the fabia.deliveries start in jan. visit www.fabiafeelspecial.com for more.
PermalinkPermalink 01/06/08 @ 17:28
Comment from: robin jain [Visitor] · http://indimoto.com
happy new year and special gift for in the form of skoda fabia
PermalinkPermalink 01/06/08 @ 17:28
Comment from: Joginder Randhawa [Visitor] Email
Hatchbacks are too many on Indian roads. New ones would sell only if there is something extra
on offer. Fabia has more sapce
PermalinkPermalink 01/07/08 @ 11:44
Comment from: Ujjwal Marathe [Visitor] Email

Spaciousness in fabia is evident from larger legroom for all passengers making it true travelling comfort.
PermalinkPermalink 01/07/08 @ 13:05
Comment from: Himmat Narangpura [Visitor] Email
Very little is written about safety aspects.
Fabia has airbags for front. In the rear special child belt. It has ABS.
PermalinkPermalink 01/07/08 @ 13:46
Comment from: Sangarm Parchure [Visitor] Email
It is time people having taken a test drive start posting. My dealer can give ride only after 10Th
PermalinkPermalink 01/07/08 @ 14:36
Comment from: samuel pereira [Visitor]
right sangram..i guess there is a lot of excitement on this 1.hope skoda lives up to it.
PermalinkPermalink 01/07/08 @ 15:47
Comment from: joshua [Visitor]
are they really giving test rides right now?have just registered myself for a preview at www.fabiafeelspecial.com
PermalinkPermalink 01/07/08 @ 15:50
Comment from: simi nigam [Visitor]
I pray that this one does not disappoint me like the other hatchbacks.
PermalinkPermalink 01/07/08 @ 15:53
Comment from: Shaswati Sen [Visitor] Email
Calcutta may react slowly to new car arrivals. But I have made up my mind about Fabia whether hubby dear approves or not
PermalinkPermalink 01/08/08 @ 15:37
Comment from: Harihar Krishnamurthy [Visitor] Email
Several bloggers from european countries have fullsome praise for performance of Fabia. As a Skoda car it should be good. Indians have to only think whether it is within their budget
PermalinkPermalink 01/08/08 @ 15:55
Comment from: joshua [Visitor]
right said harihar.but i guess its time we start appreciating quality and pay a price for it.
PermalinkPermalink 01/08/08 @ 16:41
Comment from: nitin mattoo [Visitor]
really cool website www.fabiafeelspecial.com must visit for fabia lovers
PermalinkPermalink 01/08/08 @ 16:44
Comment from: jayant [Visitor]
when are the deliveries being promised by the dealers?
PermalinkPermalink 01/08/08 @ 16:45
Comment from: brijesh kher [Visitor] Email
Fabia Dealers are saying all four variants will launched simultaneously
PermalinkPermalink 01/09/08 @ 12:39
Comment from: Kasturirangan V [Visitor] Email
Wat kind of competition will Fabia have? It
is the only premium car.
PermalinkPermalink 01/09/08 @ 13:27
Comment from: Lekhraj Rudra [Visitor] Email
Deliverise of Fabia will start end of Jan
PermalinkPermalink 01/09/08 @ 14:45
Comment from: Kumar [Visitor] Email
I have read a lot about the skoda fabia...waiting for the test drive. Have registered for a
preview. All comments Ihave read are
positive... It should turnout to be one of the best hatch backs in India !
PermalinkPermalink 01/09/08 @ 18:52
Comment from: A A Khan [Visitor] Email
Its superb ! Physical looks match the digital photos. I am loving it !!!!!
PermalinkPermalink 01/09/08 @ 23:34
Comment from: Badrinath [Visitor] Email
All is well that ends well. Fabia comes to
India at fabulous price of 4.99 lacs.
PermalinkPermalink 01/10/08 @ 12:49
Comment from: santkumar sethi [Visitor] Email
think many guys did not book fabia only for the fear of high pricing. order books will fill fast now.
PermalinkPermalink 01/10/08 @ 13:17
Comment from: justin cohello [Visitor]
i agree with khan the pictures on the website www.fabiafeelspecial.com are the actual photos of the car and not used for representaional purposes.
PermalinkPermalink 01/11/08 @ 12:01
Comment from: sunny chabbria [Visitor]
guys please dont book the fabia because u fear the pricing..atleast i get my fabia delivery early...thank u
PermalinkPermalink 01/11/08 @ 12:03
Comment from: shilpa desai [Visitor]
why are people comparing the fabia with the mini cooper?
PermalinkPermalink 01/11/08 @ 12:08
Comment from: Diksha Asgaonkar [Visitor] Email
I thought Fabia is very exciting car
PermalinkPermalink 01/11/08 @ 13:08
Comment from: mohini dravid [Visitor] Email
Fabia has a kind of exclusivity that other
cars lack
PermalinkPermalink 01/11/08 @ 13:44
Comment from: shilpa desai [Visitor]
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dAPPuch_PA the new tv commercial for the fabia makes you feel extra special
PermalinkPermalink 01/11/08 @ 16:13
Comment from: jinesh shah [Visitor]
the one with the contrast roof really looks cool
PermalinkPermalink 01/13/08 @ 16:51
Comment from: nitin dandekar [Visitor]
Thank u shilpa.saw the fabia commercial.loved it.
PermalinkPermalink 01/13/08 @ 16:52
Comment from: vishal madevan [Visitor] Email
Fabia pictures from Auto Expo are stuning.
Looks the most desireable car.
PermalinkPermalink 01/14/08 @ 10:45
Comment from: Bhaskar Shastri [Visitor] Email
Fabia has promises to keep and those who buy it know, it will
PermalinkPermalink 01/14/08 @ 11:59
Comment from: Sooraj [Visitor] Email
Ridiculous price tag for a small car. Looks boxy. May be little more spacious than swift. Interiors are disappointing. Not huge improvement from Swift. Low ground clearance. Combined with poor service network & costly spares of Skoda India, Fabia will be a huge flop.
PermalinkPermalink 01/15/08 @ 11:23
Comment from: jer [Visitor] Email
Skoda makes agret cars and part of the Volkswagen Group really helps....great value for money car....long term product..with great market potential....have the Laura so speak from expereince
PermalinkPermalink 01/16/08 @ 10:26
Comment from: shyamsaseendaran [Visitor] Email
that`s agood ones
PermalinkPermalink 01/17/08 @ 12:18
Comment from: santo [Visitor] Email
It is a nice cute car suited for city driving, i believe
PermalinkPermalink 01/18/08 @ 14:16
Comment from: Varun [Visitor] Email
Skoda fabia is fablous.i loved the car from the first drive,its very smooth to drive.dosn't feel ny difference wether ur driving petrol or diesel one,looks very solid.&very spacious &i liked satin grey colour,&i booked that one.delivery will we within a months time.@m loving it.
PermalinkPermalink 01/27/08 @ 16:06
Comment from: shashikala [Visitor] Email
right lovely colours and feel good site.
PermalinkPermalink 01/31/08 @ 12:47
Comment from: jaywant [Visitor] Email
The fabiafeelspecial.com website is crap. No information is available to help customer buy the car. And, the dealerships do not return the call even after registering several times. the interior 360degree calls for a 20MB download! I think this entire blog is fabricated.
Drive the Fabia and the experience is no better. The interiors are luxury, but the diesel engine and its performance leave a lot to be desired. What os super about this super hatch?

PermalinkPermalink 02/26/08 @ 08:55
Comment from: rahul [Visitor] Email
The car as a whole is overpriced and underperforming. I had a look and the interior space is nothing to write home about.. my Palio seems to be more spacious, esp if you are 6 foot plus.
And as far as the dummy feel special website and contest goes, no results have been posted more than 18 days after the competition website rules say they should have been made public.
The skoda website itself has no mention of the Fabia.
The dealership I visited does not even have the car on display but is parked out in the back, and the sales rep urged me to invest 4 lakhs more and buy a regular octavia instead, which seems to definitely make more sense!
Seems to be a con job operating on more than one level here. Bad, Skoda, bad.
PermalinkPermalink 03/18/08 @ 09:06

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