The latest generation of Skoda cars are -rightfully, in our opinion- considered by most consumers as budget-priced Volkswagens under disguise, a notion that has helped the Czech automaker go from post-Communist joke to a global success story. Their newest "VW Group Transformer" is the 2010 Fabia RS that will make its world debut at this week's Geneva Motor Show
The sportiest version of the Fabia range shares a common platform as well as its engine, transmission and other hidden hardware with the VW Polo GTI and Seat Ibiza Cupra models (and certain parts with the Audi A1...).
But with one significant difference: whereas the Polo GTI and Ibiza Cupra are available only as hatchbacks, the Fabia RS also offers a Station Wagon model that could open up a new market for Skoda.
Like its German and Spanish siblings, the Fabia RS hatchback and Estate models are motivated by the VW Group's 1.4-liter double-supercharged four-cylinder gasoline engine that delivers an output of 180 horsepower.
A seven-speed dual-clutch DSG transmission with paddle-shifters transfers power to the front wheels.
Skoda said that 0-100km/h (62mph) acceleration comes in 7.3 seconds for both versions with the hatchback reaching a top speed of 225km/h or 140mph, and the Estate 227km/h or 141mph.
Combined fuel consumption for both models is estimated at 6.4lt/100km, equal to 36.8mpg US and 44mpg UK.
It's worth mentioning that the previous Fabia RS model was offered exclusively with a diesel engine.
Being a sporty model and all, Skoda's err VW's engineers tweaked the Fabia's suspension and brakes and added the firm's new XDS electronic differential which is also found on the Ibiza Cupra and Polo GTI cars.
In the styling department, both versions of the Fabia RS features subtle cosmetic upgrades that include the new front bumper with integrated LED daytime running lights 17-inch alloy wheels, red brake callipers, tinted windows and a new rear bumper with a diffuser and dual exhaust.
Depending on the color of the body, the roof, rear spoiler and wheels for the Fabia RS hatchback can be finished in black, white or silver.
As for the interior, both cars get sports seats with "RS" logos on the backrests, a new three-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel and aluminum pedals.
10 Comments:
The car look overweight, or its wheels and wheel arches are too small! Very ODD looking car...
I think it looks good. Well done, Skoda! Bring Fabia to Australia! This hot hatch will kill Clio RS here.
Seriously Skoda, Who use a Nokia these days?
Too bad it's still in the trend of big & ugly front projectors...
I had that same exact phone back in 2004.The year is now 2010.Kinda sums up the whole message about Skoda really.
Once again...this is a Czech-rework version of the Suzuki Swift hatchback...
You can check and compare (don't worry...it is the official Suzuki Swift website)http://www.globalsuzuki.com/swift/index.html
Yeah, well done!
Pure thing without any snobbery.
Like it.
I have taken Maruti Ritz two month back the performance of the the vehicle is very nice. Space inside is very good and vehicle is very comfortable for the small family. I am getting milage of 14 to 15 and have done only first servicing. Nice and power full vehicle...
This is one of the ugliest cars of all time. The last Fabia at least looked like a car, the current one is a design joke...
Ritz is a cool car and it’s came with all new K-12 Engine…The K12M is essentially a 1197cc petrol engine that is capable of putting out 85 PS of power at 6000rpm in its current state of tune. Torque figures stand at 113Nm @ 4500rpm - which should make the Ritz a sprightly performer With the K12M, Maruti has taken yet another step forward to providing India with cutting edge technology in their cars.
I like this car. I had a 1.6 16v 105 hp one. It was just perfect, shame on you those of you who blame skoda. I had it for 2 years, no engine problems, no transmission problems, no electronic problems. I had a terrible accident, someone hit in my driver's door, airbags blowed and saved me. If i was in a suzuki swift, now i would be DEAD! I'm waiting the 1.4 tsi 7-dsg one with 180 hp, I will buy it!!!
AGAIN: suzuki swift is a japanese rubbish, you can't compare it with Fabia.
SUZUKI SWIFT: lack of engine power, too much noise IN the car, no PASSIVE SAFETY, no CURTAIN-SIDE AIRBAGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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