Skoda Fabia 2017 SUV: Review, Price, Rivals And Release Date; New Fabia Estate To Get A Facelift?

The latest Skoda Fabia 2017 SUV has been spotted undergoing test drive in the Alps. The Skoda Fabia estate appears to have been given a facelift and the leaked spy pictures provide a glimpse of what the 2018 SUV model is going to be like. Although the prototype wears a light camouflage, the new grille design, adjusted headlights and redesigned bumpers are clearly visible.

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Skoda's 2017 Fabia model is probably going to be larger than either of the upcoming SEAT or VW. The Car Manufacturer has been trying to avoid getting complaints of it being a baby SUVs as they don't offer more than a supermini. Although the name of the upcoming model has not been revealed yet, Skoda has been reported earlier to have applied for both Aratan as well as Airon.

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SKODA FABIA 2017 EXTERIOR:

The latest layout of the new Skoda Fabia 2017 appears to be streamlined and much more pleasing than the outgoing model. The exterior of the Fabia has also been restyled, however, the grille is still encompassed by a chrome body. The engine hood has been remodeled and features the classic business organization's logo.

The front side bumper along with the backstop has been body shaded. Fabia's front lights and taillights are redesigned and have beautiful illumination. Showing up at 57.8", the SUV has a period of 157.2", 61.8" breadth and arrives with a wheelbase of 97.2". The 4-doorway automobile is expected to weigh between 2326 pounds and 2568 lbs.

SKODA FABIA 2017 INTERIOR:

Fabia's interior has also been significantly modified. The SUV has a 6.5" touch -screen infotainment system, which also includes the Smartlink feature. The interior has a real smart fashion as that seen in the cabins of other top ranking Skoda cars. The cabin also includes the twin road map wallets at the back of car seats, fine mesh pockets, doorway wallets, compartment managers, trash containers, and also a tiny mug. The seats are covered in high-quality fabric with center armrests.

The 2017 Skoda Fabia cabin can comfortably accommodate 5 travelers. The cabin also does provide plenty of freight space. The Wagon version features a 505 L room that can be increased to 1,370 L by flipping back the car seats. The hatchback, on the other hand, has a 305 L room with 1,125 L with the seats folded away.

Another rival to the #Nissan #Juke - #Skoda's new #Fabia #SUV to arrive in 2018 https://t.co/TB3ZvKx0UH pic.twitter.com/Caqay00ei7 #automobi… — Le monde de l'auto (@mondedelauto) October 21, 2016

SKODA FABIA 2017 SPECS

The Skoda Fabia 2017 features a turbocharged 1.2 L and a 4-pipe engine. Rated at 66kW, the engine will give an output between 4,400 rpm and 5,400 rpm with 160 Nm of torque. The engine is significantly more fuel economical giving 88 miles per gallon in comparison with the earlier version's 83 mpg. The engine has a 5-velocity handbook gearbox.

The Skoda Fabia 66TSI manual hatchback version is expected to start at $15,990. The reduced-stop wagon, however, is much more expensive starting at $ 17,140. The Skoda Fabia 81TSI DSG is expected to arrive at $ 21,290 and another $1,150 for the wagon. The Skoda Fabia is going to compete with the Ford Fiesta, Opel Corsa, Renault Clio and other SUVs in the market.