Skoda Fabia Combi is a spacious superminy with a large number of necessary and useful additions, or technical solutions, standard equipment and low operational costs. But let's consider in more detail all its advantages, so to say the pros and shortcomings, or, cons.
Skoda Fabia 2015 model year in the body wagon is not so many competitors. In addition to Cheap Dacia Logan MCV, its only true competitor is - Seat Ibiza St - a leaving from the same part of the bunker on the VW Group. Nevertheless, the new model of Fabia station wagon currently went on sale, and on it engineers together with designers implemented some new smart technologies to make it even better and in motion, and even more spacious than before. Now, in its third generation, Fabia Combi has become an order of magnitude higher than the car she replaces. Of course, the growth of the new generation price is also inevitable, but the automaker hopes that in the end, all customers are pleased with the new stationer Skoda Fabia.
So, for analyzing the practicality, positive and negative points, the Skoda Fabia model Combi with a 1.2 TSI engine, which can develop 90 power horses and SE labeling. The maximum assessment is 5 points. Let's proceed.
Design - 3.4 points
The first plus is the modern design and appearance of Skoda Fabia Combi in a new appearance. In front, we already open familiar features from the entire family of Skoda. An elongated body compared to the Hatchback version adds more space in the cabin, as well as increases the luggage compartment, thereby increasing the practicality of the station wagon in comparison with the short version.
Looking inside, we see a new dashboard. And although it is not so outstanding as, for example, on Volkswagen Polo, but is definitely more practical than that of his predecessor and is excellent competition in the superminent sector. It is much more modern than the Seat Ibiza St and it can be said that several light years ahead for Dacia Logan MCV, although a higher price means that you will pay for this privilege. Dials are easily read, and thanks to their RW \u200b\u200bGroup roots, an information and entertainment system is easy to operate.
All models received a worthy "catch" of standard equipment. Even the simplest windows are electrical windows, pressure control in tires and DAB radio with the ability to connect Bluetooth. Well, if you take more expensive versions and configuration, you will receive 15-inch alloy wheels, a three-spoke leather steering wheel and the onboard system with support for the MirrorLink function. If you break on the top versions of Fabia Combi, then you will get more LED daytime running lights, climate control and engine start-stop system without ignition key.
What is a minus and why this beauty did not receive the maximum ball? The main disadvantage in terms of design is the low quality of the separation materials of the cabin. This is not the best plastic and not the most good seats and door cards. But this is the answer - the price of Skoda models. If the manufacturer starts to make a leather interior and a soft plastic finish, the cost of its cars will increase dramatically and the popularity will immediately decrease.
Driving - 3.6 points
Despite the fact that VW and Skoda bosses say that the new Fabia platform consists of 44 percent of the MQB platform, in fact it is a bit not so and Fabia moves on a strongly recycled platform of the old model. This is a small minus, which immediately turns into unambiguous advantages - designers were able to make a car lower and wider than before, and the wheelbase was longer, thereby raising the cabin space in this model. You can read more about the size and technical characteristics of the new station wagon Skoda Fabia in the article published before this and the reference to which is below.
As a result, this well affected the movement, which undoubtedly refers to the advantages of the Combi version of the updated Skoda Fabia. It has become more sharp, light and flexible. Despite the increase in the trunk for 200 -LTers in comparison with the hatchback, which pulled the body's elongation, differences in behavior on the road between them almost no. On the car body, the universal creates a slightly greater resistance to the oncoming wind, because of the aerodynamics other than the hatchback, as a result, we get a little more fuel consumption and slightly increased CO2 emissions into the atmosphere with the same power plants.
While the sports Fabia remained in the past, and in the body the wagon was never ever, in the third generation it still has a lot of available power, if you decide to push the accelerator pedal, especially if under the hood there is a gasoline turbocharged motor. Body rolls are well holding a suspension. Like many other models of the VW concern, Fabia wagon is endowed with a well-weighted steering - unambiguous plus.
The main minus in this category of assessment is the noise from the suspension when driving on a paving or uneven roads. It creates some noise and discomfort in the cabin. Also, due to the increase in the back of the back of the back, the car slightly fades the back of the bumps, that some competitors immediately turn into a plus.
Reliability and safety - 4.3 points
From the point of view of security, all models received six airbags, reminder of non-fastened front safety belts, stability control system and low-speed collision warning systems. A more detailed report on this, you can see in the Crash test of the new Skoda Fabi 2015 model year. She is the only one of the new products in its class received the maximum rating of five stars.
In expensive equipment, the driver's fatigue control sensor is also installed. But such functions as control of blind zones and adaptive cruise control unfortunately are not yet available, this can be attributed to minuses, but it is difficult to do, since the price of the car will increase as a result of their installation, which will also become even more minus.
Practicality - 4.5 points
If the hatchback Skoda Fabia is not practical for you, then Fabia in the body of the wagon will be able to fully satisfy all your needs and this is probably the most important plus of this car. It is easy to notice when to look inside both. The new Fabia wagon boasts a more spacious lounge than hatchback, and even a big trunk than before.
Behind the rear seats you will find as much 530 liters of luggage space, which are not just huge for supermini, but almost the same as on a large Ford Mondeo, which is not alone, but for as many as two classes above Fabia. Fold the backs of the rear seats and get a flat surface for the carriage of a large cargo.
There are so-called "smart solutions" in the form of grids, pockets for storing a different kind of cargo throughout the salon. Side door cards are not very big, but there is a place for a bottle with water and enough space for other things that can be folded there, whatever they would scatter them throughout the cabin. You will find two cup holders in front of the parking brake, as well as comfortable hidden pull-out boxes under the front seats. All this refers to the pluses of the car.
Operational costs - 4 points
In the technical description, you can find all the variants of the power plants that provide a new Fabi in the body of the wagon, as well as their passport characteristics (acceleration, fuel consumption, etc.). In practice, they differ slightly, but not much. Therefore, the wagon turned out to be rather economical and with low costs for its operation - unambiguous plus.
Gasoline engines will be "voracious" than diesel, and when the version of Fabia Greenline appears with a diesel unit, then it will be possible to say that this car is very profitable for those people who go well and take care of ecology.
Recently, several new products appeared on the Russian market in the affordable price segment. The Hyundai Solaris sedan immediately became a bestseller, and then followed the modification with the body of the hatchback. It was such a car that we took a test drive, and Skoda Fabia and Renault Sandero were picked up in the opponents. All modifications - with 1,6-liter motors and automatic transmissions.
The oldest car in our test is Skoda Fabia. But last year the hatchback passed the planned restyling, thanks to which it began to look modern. The update occurred three years after the start of the model that appeared in car dealers in 2007, all external changes focused on the front, which seems more rapidly at the expense of the new Radiator lattice and the "smiling" bumper with large "fog-tums". Slightly corrected the form of the main headlights. The back did not change at all. From the inconspicuous eye of updates - optimized aerodynamics of lateral mirrors, thicker glass of the front doors and improved sound insulation of the engine compartment.
Prices for the basic version begin with 399,000 rubles, and for the top modification of the RS, the buyer will have to lay out at least 799,000 rubles. A modification with a 1.6-liter engine and a "automatic" box will cost 539,000 rubles in the Ambiente configuration, but our test copy was in the top version of Elegance, which costs at least 619,000 rubles.
The next participant of our test is Renault Sandero. Now few people remember that initially this hatchback was made only for South America, and he reached the Russian market only last year. The premiere of Sandero took place in 2007. The engineers of the Brazilian branch of Renault were engaged in the development of the car, and they projected it, naturally, for their own market. But, as it turned out, even in rich countries of Europe, many were not averse to buy cheap and unpretentious car maintenance. At first, it is clear, the hatchback was released only in Brazil, but in 2008 it began to produce him in Argentina, and a little later in Romania - under the Dacia brand. Finally, in 2010, the car received a Russian registration at the Autoframos plant.
Sandero is built on the chassis of the Logan sedan with a crown of 4 cm with a wheelbase. Car has a completely different appearance and an absolutely identical interior, although in Sandero there is less place for the feet of the rear passengers. But he has, unlike Logan, the back of the rear seat is folded. The engines are naturally the same.
Our test drive got the most powerful version with a 4-range automatic transmission. As for prices, the base 75-strong Sandero costs from 339,900 rubles, and the most expensive modification of STEPWAY with a 16-valve motor and automatic will cost the buyer at least 509,000 rubles. The cheapest option with an automatic transmission costs 445,000 rubles. It is such an instance that turned out to be on the test.
The design of the Korean-Russian car was created within the framework of the "flowing lines" concept, which assumes refined and elegant surfaces. This concept is traced not only in appearance, but also in the interior - Solaris Salon is the most interesting in our Trinity. The bends of the front panel are pleasant in appearance, and the finishing materials though tough, but do not seem frankly cheap, like Sandero. Just why is such a concentrated smell of a cheaper flavoring agent? Maybe thus tried to beat off the "aroma" of plastics?
Assembly quality at height. Pretty SuperVision optimile devices (privilege of more expensive versions). True, at night, the bluish backlight has to be removed to a minimum, otherwise the bright blue display on the central console is strongly corp. I did not like the internal door handles, or rather, their almost complete absence. I remember, at one time, for a similar drawback, we swore Logan. Now Logan, and Sandero has normal door handles - the truth, just in front. Looks like the creators of Solaris stepped on the same rake.
Planting behind the wheel Skoda is also typically Volkswagenovskaya. Everything in this landing is good, only when lowering the seat down the front of the pillow is up and puts up and puts on a poning fold, which makes it move towards the steering wheel. I don't want to lift the chair above, since the driver is already sitting high. But here only here the steering column is adjustable both in height and by departure. On the other hand, if you transfer here from Sandero, the landing will seem very low.
In French hatchback, the driver sits vertically. Seat flat, pillow and back short. However, the person of medium-sized dimensions sitting down without problems, and in the presence of adjustment in height, a person will fit here even with an increase in 190 cm. But, in any case, the seats of competitors are noticeably more convenient, especially at Skoda Fabia. The plastic steering wheel does not have keys, while rivals allow you to manage "music" from the steering wheel.
The front seats Solaris have good lateral support - no worse than Skoda Fabia. True, the back is adjustable stepped, and its profile is not so comfortable as the Czech hatchback. And on geometry landing, the Korean car exceeds both rivals. In Solaris, you feel like a driver of a normal car, while in Skoda and especially in Renault you feel like in a small bus. And the steering wheel goes into his hands, although some of us still wanted to push him a little.
On the second row of the Czech competitor, it is rather spacious if the passengers two, they are medium-sized and ahead are not giant. From our Trinity only in Renault Sandero, three adults are easily placed on the rear sofa - due to the greater the width of the cabin and the low central tunnel. But for two Fabia saddles, it is more convenient for two. In Czech car, the shape of the sofa and a little more space for the feet than that of competitors.
In Solaris, like Sandero, the central tunnel is practically absent, but the width is noticeably less. Landing the lowest. If the second row passenger recreses as if in the aquarium, and Skoda is located just below, then in Solaris, hidden from foreign explosions, it feels like a cozy cradle. And the seat cushion is the mild. True, a man with a rise above 180 cm will sit with handled knees. But in general, we liked the rear places exactly in Solaris.
The difference of characters
Skoda Fabia, equipped with a 6-range "automatic", is riding a very loaf. Even in the usual mode, the box switches very competently, and when moving to a sports algorithm, it is longer than the reduced transmissions, while the reaction to pressing the accelerator pedal is sharpened - they become almost instant. Feels, 105-strong Fabia accelerates the faster Solaris, whose engine develops 123 hp However, its motor is already growing on medium turnover so that I want to take insert earless. But we remember that the restyling model received improved sound insulation of the engine compartment. Maybe you forgot to install it in our test copy? On the roar of the engine with a Czech car can only compete with Renault Sandero, but its motor begins to howstweet at higher speeds. But the Fabia is not in the example better than the French-Russian hatchback, and solaris is inferior to the "CHEX" according to this parameter.
Surprisingly, but the old 4-band "automatic" Renault Sandero does not cause irritation to his slowness at all. Of course, he is not a champion in "rapidness" and "Kickdown" does not always respond adequately, but the dynamics even compared to the version with a manual transmission is quite acceptable. In this case, there is no vibration of the accelerator pedal, for which we often swore Sandero and Logan with "mechanics". And when comparing with competitors, the French hatchback, in sensations, if he is inferior to them in the intensity of overclocking, then quite a bit. There are very soft gears in this case, and the engine is surprisingly in surprise. In general, the dynamics are more than enough in the city, and there is no problems on the suburban highway at the permitted speeds.
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Unlike rivals, the Solaris engine at idle works completely without vibrations. If quiet music is playing in the cabin, you can even think that the motor is turned off. Yes, and when moving the power unit, it is reported about his presence absolutely unobtrusively. Even at maximum turnover, its noise does not become annoying. The automatic transmission is running slightly less smoothly than that of Sandero, but at the same time "concerned" is much better. True, with a practically perfect transmission of Czech hatchback, it cannot be compared.
Fabia suspension is broadcast to the cabin every asphalt crack, and the micropograph of the pavement coverage is on the floor and even on the seat. Rivals on the dough on urban irregularities is clearly more comfortable. On a broken road frankly shakes, especially behind. True, the top package of our copy involves the presence of 16-inch wheels with tires of a rather low profile, and the basic version with 14-inch wheels is much more comfortable. But even on 16-inch discs, the energy intensity of the Fabia suspension is excellent - better only at Renault Sandero. Skoda is perfectly adapted for fast driving on dirt roads - see, not in vain, the Czech company is involved in the rally. True, insulation mediocre. In addition to the engines, tires are very noisy. But there is no humus without good: these two sources of sounds vote so that all other noises are drunk, and even the whistle of wind at high speed is almost not heard. On the other hand, it is difficult to find a car with good sound insulation, and Fabia is far from the most noisy option.
Renault Sandero pendant is phenomenal. Elastic, like a tennis ball, it manages to swallow the irregularities of almost any size and shape. And on the broken primer, Sandero rises more confident than Fabia, regardless of what is happening under his wheels. Not every crossover will be able to digest pits so painlessly. For this you can forgive Sandero and an outdated interior, and poor complete set.
But the best smooth course on urban ughabs in our test is Hyundai Solaris. The driver has a feeling of continuous air driving - so soft and almost imperceptibly the car is spreads with various irregularities, including temperature seams on bridges. And on the broken asphalt, the energy intensity is excellent, although it does not reach the "tank" junction of impedes. And on noise insulation, the Korean car simply puts rivals on the blade. We have already spoken about the engine, but the tires are not too heard, and the aerodynamic noise at high speed is a bit.
Steering from Skoda Fabia is a standard in class. It's a sharp, sufficient accurate, at low speeds is quite light, on high heavy, informative in turns. In a word, exactly the same as VW Polo. Rivals can not oppose a strict German calculation. Although it should be noted that, according to the part of the steering, Solaris is not much inferior. But in terms of grazing, in high speed resistance and in the unshakability of the course on the roads with an uneven profile, Czech hatchback there are no equal in our test. And in general, in terms of handling in this class, Fabia is only one opponent - the "cousin" VW Polo.
Renault Sandero at low speed pleases, though not instant, but completely understandable reactions, and its steering wheel turns out to be the most tougy in our Trinity. The main thing is not to go fast. The fact is that after 100 km / h, the hatchback expands the dynamic corridor, especially when a hitch appears, with the feedback on the steering wheel leaves much to be desired. And it is necessary to rebuild from a number of in a row - because of the delay in reactions that are accompanied by large rolls. And when braking the pedal fails deeper than the expected and car leads to the right. Probably, this is a lack of a particular copy, since before we went more than once on Sandero and Logan models and have not experienced any problems with brakes.
The main claims of buyers and automotive experts to the Solaris sedan was the unsatisfactory work of the rear suspension. Too soft shock absorbers forced the car to vive the "feed" even on the speeds permitted by the Rules, and all this was accompanied by a strong slate on the "waves". Now the sedan received new shock absorbers, and they are installed on the hatchback from the very beginning of production.
As a result, the car pleases a good course stability not only on a flat highway, but also on a wavy and a buggy secondary road. We checked the hatchback behavior and at maximum speed. Special claims for the behavior of the car did not appear. Is that there is a routine on "waves", but its amplitude has become less and discomfort does not cause. By resistance at high SOLARIS Speed, the truth is inferior to unshakable Skoda Fabia, but Renault Sandero he surpasses. And in the steep drives "Korean" dives even the more youthful Czech car, while a rather lightweight steering wheel is surprisingly informative.
RESULTS
All three of our opponents are perfectly prepared for Russian operating conditions. If we set points for individual consumer quality cars, then Skoda Fabia would become the unequivocal winner. Czech car exceeds rivals in all respects, except for noise insulation and smoothness. But it is these two parameters that can become decisive when choosing a machine. And it is more comfortable to move in and in the city, and outside the city at Hyundai Solaris. Yes, and controlled Korean-Russian hatchback perfectly. Renault Sandero trumps - a non-shifting suspension and unpretentious, simple design. But in the struggle for the title of "People's" car, this may be not enough.
The popularity of compact hatchbacks is difficult to underestimate in a large city. Objects of our further comparative review are the latest generation of SEAT Ibiza and Skoda Fabia models. Both brands are subsidiaries of the German global giant Volkswagen. This makes our comparison even more interesting, as the manufacturers have made every effort to give their own models of special personality. Let's try to deal with those who have it better.
Seat Ibiza (2013)it is the front-wheel drive hatchbeck of the B-class of the 4th generation. Available options for a hatchback for 3 or 5 doors, and another wagon. SEAT Ibiza engine gamma offers a large number of power units. They can be both gasoline and diesel. Working volumes have a distinguished from 1.2 liters to 2.0. The engines are completed or a 5-speed "mechanics", or a 7-speed "robot" of the DSG system.
Skoda Fabia (2015)it is a front-wheel drive hatchback related to the class "B". The model is presented in the third generation, has a hatchback body and universal. The list of available Skoda Fabia engines includes a gasoline 1.0-liter unit, as well as 1.2-liter. The diesel version is represented by a 1.4 liter installation. Engines both manual gearbox and preselective modern "robot" of the DSG system are equipped.
We will compare the most demanded configuration in the body of 5-door hatchback, which received 1.2 turbocharged gasoline engines and mechanical gearbox.
Seat Ibiza.
The front part attracts attention to its aggressiveness of the front headlights with optional DRL. A wide hood is narrowed to the upper radiator grid of a small size, which has large plastic cells, chrome edging and stylized Literature-logo "S". The bumper is visually divided into two parts by a power belt on which the dotting points of the license plate are located. Bottom is a wide sports insert of a black radiator grille and strict fog.
The onboard part has a peculiar rising stamping line, running from the rear wheel arch to the top of the head optics. Side view mirrors have sports vertical racks. The glazing zone is extensive, with a narrow roof strip at the top point. Hatchback rear door looks powerfully and solid. Aggression and the back of the back are slightly diluted with small rear stop headlights.
Skoda Fabia.
The design of the nasal part is made strictly, replete with straight lines. Expressive stamping in the center of a wide hood summons to the brand logo. Radiator grille is large, with vertical blades. It has a chromed line in its contour. Head optics strict, received chopped forms. The configuration with DRL and lenses in the headlights look pretenuate and expensive. The lower part of the bumper has a narrow black grille with huge rectangular cells. Fog lights are also almost rectangular.
The profile of the machine has a pronounced longitudinal line slightly above the door handles. It stretches from the rear optics to the front, conditionally divided the hatchback in half. Side glazing is extensive, form do not have obvious roundings. Rear bumper massive, attached. A complex stamping on the 5th door is also highlighted in the license plate. Rear lights are simple, almost rectangular shape, have a wide edging with dimming.
Comparison of models allows you to clearly distinguish them for the design send. The hatchback model from SEAT transparently hints at pseudo-positionability, has an obviously aggressive and sporty look. It is worth noting that for the driver of the average years, such a car will be a rather crushing solution, while remaining a model exclusively for young guys and girls. This conclusion has a wide color gamut, consisting of bright and elegant colors. Skoda demonstrates the focus on self-confident business people, representing a sample of traditional German design for Europe, concluded in the concept of "Simply Clever". The specified "reasonable simplicity" will suit almost all motorists: from modest youth to successful business representatives. After analyzing the overall impression of the exterior of the specified hatchbacks, the Skoda Fabia car becomes the undisputed winner at this stage.
Salon
Seat Ibiza.
Acquaintance with the inner space leaves extremely positive emotions only in those sets that are close to top. The basic versions received an unbroken black gamut, which is not particularly combined with an extravagant exterior.
Completion can be seen only in cars with branded magnetic and climate control. These items play a huge role in the hatchback interior. So, about everything in order.
Ourselves finishing materials Salon have good quality. All panels and details are perfectly fitted. The texture of plastic elements, which in the finish the majority, nothing special is allocated, but successfully creates visual goodness. Round air duct deflectors with edging from chromium look very organically. They are perfectly combined with smooth tides on torpedo, there can be even a borrowing of solutions from real sports-karov. Designers unequivocally sought not to permeate the interior of German asceticism.
Central Console It has a small turn to the driver. Such an orientation is inherent in sports cars and top-class machines. Rectangular tape recorder with soft edges fit perfectly into its landing niche. Such a solution is perfectly combined with deflectors, as they are located in one common unit with a music system equipped with a narrow and long information screen. Under the radio, there is a number of functional buttons with a traditional emergency room in the central part.
Special attention deserves a separate "regiment" on which the control unit is located climatic system. It was made separately from the general plane of the torpedo, placing over the beginning of the central tunnel. There are three standard round regulators in one row with air conditioner. The electronic climate system is capable of significantly change the impression for the better. The beautiful information display, the modes and direction control buttons create a conclusion, significantly upgrade the interior.
Chairs Made of high-quality material, the fabric is solid and dense. With the prospect of cleaning, there should be no problems. The seats profile demonstrates the balance between rigidity and comfort, securely holding the saddle in the chair. Side support is well developed, there is no slipping onto the bottom pillow and on the back. Available adjustment in height. Seats for car class unexpectedly pleasant. More often such buckets are put in the highest echelon machines.
Central tunnel did not perform with a continuation of the torpedo, interrupting the design of the functional shelf, where you can lay small items, such as documents or smartphone. Next, follow the holders of the middle depth and the lever itself. It is quite comfortable in hand, since the handle has a perfectly thoughtful shape.
The location of the parking brake lever is classic, centered. Over the lever can be observed flap armrestwhich adds comfort and convenience in long-distance travel.
Steering wheel Small diameter, with excellent material on the rim. Available adjustment on the departure and angle of inclination. Inner straightforward prevents the steering wheel. A pretty pillow in the central part, three knitting needles and matte inserts of gray do not stop tune the driver to the active drive.
Dashboard It has a classic layout. Widely spaced tachometer on the left and speedometer on the right. At the top there were a small rectangular screen of the route computer. Its sizes are sufficient for a comfortable reading of the necessary information. To the left of the steering wheel, traditionally for machines related to Volkswagen, is a round control control to switch lighting modes. The overall illumination of all devices and functional elements is a combination of white and red glow.
Skoda Fabia.
The German-Czech Pedanticity completely moved to the hatchback salon. Strict lines, excellent combination of black plastic and silver inserts. Materials are good, but tough. The quality of the assembly of the salon at the highest level. All parts are securely fixed, and the sections of the panels are so high quality that different elements look even monolithically.
Side deflectors Have a small slice and a soft rounded line closer to the driver. Central deflectors are strictly rectangular. The configuration in the middle positions is offered a chrome finish that significantly revives the interior. The base looks uniquely poorer, some may seem even too boring and unbelievable. The surveying car received a wide insertion "under aluminum" in the central part of the torpedo and chrome edging of the side deflectors of the blowing. Insert visually divides the entire central element of the car on the conditional third.
An excellent solution will be the installation multimedia system With a big screen. This unit significantly improves the impressions of the central part of the torpedo. It is worth noting that the designers consciously did not select the central console with the forms of casting, leaving it in the same plane. Visual emphasis is beaten by a wide silver insert on a sufficiently rigorous form of a strict front panel.
The thin row of function keys with the central button on the alarm is visually completing the base of the front panel, sitting under the music system. Climate Management Located in a kind of niche over the central tunnel. The climatic installation has received a small longitudinal screen with round gray-black system controls. The lower row of the buttons in this block contains functional controls of modes and the direction of air flow.
Steering wheel New Fabia small size, with three knitting needles. It is possible to adjust the departure and angle of inclination. The abundance of chrome lines is harmoniously combined with the overall design concept of the interior. The grip of the steering wheel is reliable, the material of the rim does not slide. The shape of the central pillow on the steering wheel forms a rectangle with soft edges and align in the bottom. The steering wheel is multi-function, with the elements of the audio system and multimedia options. On the left of the steering wheel, a round light control control regulator, typical of the models of the VAG concern.
Seat In the car quality, made using practical materials. The profile has a middle rigidity designed for a dynamic ride with maximum comfort. Side support is excellent for hatchback of this class. Reliable fixation in turns is provided.
Central tunnel It is impossible to call high. From the torpedo it did not connect it. At the very beginning, this element received a functional niche and cup holders, followed by a gearbox lever average length. A small armrest took place above the handle of the parking brake. For more convenience, it can be thrown back in the opening between the front chairs. The width of the armrest will be enough for comfort on long journeys.
Dashboard Typical for Skoda. The scales of the instruments have branded digitization with their step. Under a small visor on the left tachometer, to the right speedometer, and the center is the middle size of the on-board computer. Read information is very convenient, the quality of the display is at the height. Illumination of devices and controls controls to the lunar white color.
Quality of materials, interior assembly and ergonomics in both models at the same level. The main features can be considered exclusively design. In the basic configuration, SEAT Ibiza looks more interesting than Skoda Fabia. Sports Spirit in all lines and forms is felt everywhere. Skoda looks inside gray, too modest and squeezed. Everything changes in trimming trim. Determine unambiguously becomes much more difficult. Anyway, but the chromium package, the presence of the expensive multimedia system and climate block allow Skoda Fabia to get ahead of Seat Ibiza, which also significantly goes ahead with the growth of the list of options and riches of equipment.
Challenges
Overview models obtained 1.2 liter gasoline turbocharged engine and mechanical gearbox.
Seat Ibiza.it is pleasant to surprise with her vigorous responses to the gas pedal. The low-clear heart with a turbine has a decent traction reserve, and the mechanical gearbox gives the opportunity to turn the engine in the entire range without thoughtfulness. In the track mode at reasonable speeds, things are also excellent, the wake of up to 140 km / h is provided.
The suspension is typical for the class: MacPherson in front and half-dependent beam from behind. Energy intensity and endurance at the level, and the stiffness of the beams sometimes even enjoy on a bad road. Small irregularities are fine smoothed on the go. Only pits can annoy. There is no significant swing on the comb. Separately pleased the absence of rolls, which allows you to be wounded. The reactions to the steering wheel are sharp and clear. The car is well holding straight, and demolitions in turns are insignificant at moderate speed.
Bashes the car confidently, although the abs is sometimes too early to work. Front disc brakes, rear traditional drums.
Skoda Fabia.does not lag behind a competitor, because the motor is similar. Good return from the aggregate allows you to achieve good dynamics on an empty or slightly loaded car. From the traffic light, the car is spending the speed, a bit of the noise of the promoted motor.
The front suspension has MacPherson, rear torsion beam. A strong, knocked and energy-intensive suspension begins to seem tight only on the excessive lines of the road. Minor nuances are greatly braked. The body is not inclined to roll in turns, no side and longitudinal roll. The steering is configured to the sharpness and speed of the response. Significant demolitions on the axes, especially the rear, begin to appear with a serious deviation from permitted speeds.
The front model has a disc, and behind drum brake mechanisms. The brakes are well customized, all reactions are predictable, the main thing is to dispense the effort on the pedals.
Cars showed excellent driving characteristics. Moved on them comfortably and safely. Handling delivers separate pleasure. The suspension on the machines is energy-intensive, elastic and reliable. SEAT Ibiza seemed a little more gambling. To such a solution, those who are different from Skoda Fabia settings of the chassis are inclined. Seat is a little tougher, but the car is better to manage and maneuver at high speeds. Fabia is more relaxed, soft and family. So the victory in the test drive remains for the model from SEAT.
Capacity
Seat Ibiza.allows you to comfortably feel in the front row to almost anyone. There is enough places in width and height, but the reserve is very small, especially for the tall sedocks. Excellent ergonomics makes it possible to comfortably accommodate the driver.
In the back row, two will be full, the third passenger will be a significant burden for the rest. There can be few people above the head with an increase in 190 cm. In the legs of the space enough, but it is not necessary to talk about any reserve.
The trunk is not the most convenient for hatch. It is distinguished by a narrowed loading opening and a small supply in height.
Skoda Fabia.gives the front row of comfort and free space in all planes. There is not much stock, but it is enough for most potential sedams. The pedal node is conveniently decorated, and the settings of the chairs and steering wheel allow you to achieve high-quality landing for the driver.
The rear row is designed for comfort for two passengers. The third Sedoka is also possible, but this trip will be significantly less comfortable for the entire row. There is enough space for the feet, but there is practically no stock, and the tall seats will get the knees to the back of the peels in front.
Road roomy for class, but has a narrow loading opening. This complicates the process of loading overall objects.
If there are no problems with the front side of the seats in both models, then the rear provides a little more space at a height of Skoda Fabia. This is important for a compact hatchback. The second advantage of Fabia is becoming a more spacious trunk. The combination of these qualities allows you to more advantageously differ in this model relatively with the SEAT Ibiza competitor.
Economy
According to the characteristics of the costume, the Czech Skoda Fabia leads. The car also demonstrates a slightly improved dynamics relative to the SEAT Ibiza.
Safety
Basic model Seat Ibiza:
- aBS system
- eSP system
Basic model Skoda Fabia:
- aBS system
- eSP system
- frontal driver / passenger airbags
The result of the EURO NCAP crash test: 5 stars.
Characteristics of active and passive safety of both models are the same. It should be noted that the renewed Fabius seems more profitable for security issues, since the rate is made on the novelty of the model and the annual growing tightening of European requirements during the crash tests.
Obligatory attitude towards compact hatchbacks in class in Russia has only one exception. Skoda Fabia beat all record records was desirable and popular. Only the output of the SOLARIS and Sandero hatchbacks Yes Localization of our rat permanent RAPID with the change of generations of the model laid the end of this success story.
We fell in love with practicality, gutter handling and for the low price of operation. However, there were enough complaints about reliability. In particular, in Europe, the car received surprisingly low positions in reliability ratings. However, this did not prevent success, because the car turned out very successful - Simply Clever as it is. There is also a beautiful ergonomics of an amazingly large cabin, and a good trunk volume. Driving the car is also excellent - the handling turned out to be truly exemplary, as, however, and the "relative" VW Polo, with whom she divided the platform.
The set of power units corresponded to the constructive European tastes: Motors from atmospheric 1.2 to 1.4 with a double reducing capacity of 180 liters. C., In addition, options were offered with DSG boxes and with a conventional six-speed automatic machine.
Slightly stories
Announced a new model at the "volophilixvage" platform PQ 24 in March 2007 at the Geneva Motor Show. Contrary to popular belief, at first she was considered only the development of the ROOMSTER who came out a little earlier, and did not produce a special furore, because the design of the front and the salon completely coincides. "Told" the car buyers a little later.
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In Russia, the attitude towards Fabia has developed quite good from the very beginning - the pricing policy of the company in those years was still very interesting. As a result, the "Audi for the poor" used much higher demand than the "original" VW Polo, the price of which came close to the prices on Octavia Tour of those times. The choice of motors was originally limited to three-cylinder 1.2 and four-cylinder 1.4 and 1.6 motors. And only 1.4TDI and 1.9TDI with pump-nozzles were offered from diesel engines.
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But the success of the sports program gave rise to the demand and "charged" versions of the machine, which appeared after restyling 2010. There were not only the correction of small shortcomings, but also a significantly expanded gamut of engines, which have long been known for other models of the concern Motors 1.2TSI and 1.4TSi. Mr. Ammu Diesels were supplemented with compact and powerful 1.6 TDI, and Diesel 1.4 replaced to a more powerful three-cylinder 1.2 motor, all with CommonRail injection system and the diesel filters. However, we did not officially sell diesel cars.
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Russian sales amounted to a small proportion among the world's 1.2 million sold cars, but nevertheless the car turned out to be very popular. And for our country, the company prepared a replacement in the face of the Skoda Rapid model, which due to deeper localization was cheaper, and he plays already in the class of B ++ - market sales leaders. By the way, the Rapid platform is still the same as Fabia Mk 2, only after the last restyling, EA 211 power units from the MQB platform appeared.
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The steering is ideal if the version is worthless without an amplifier, but there are practically no such machines. Most cars are egur - it is a combination of an ordinary hydraulic rail and electric pump. Compensates the sealing material and not quite good oil, after five to six years and the mileage of 90-100 thousand kilometers is strongly polluted, and the pump begins to push. According to the regulations, the replacement is not allowed, but it is better to make it immediately, the benefit of the oil is on sale, but any "Pentosi-Compatible" liquid will be suitable. When replacing the displacement, the entire liter will be required, and with a good probability of the electric pump will live for a long time. If you are hard to listen to howl, the pump will be periodically disconnected and ultimately die at all. Judging by the practice, he does not succumb to restoration - it will take at least 25 thousand rubles for replacement. In addition, "for the company", most likely, fails and the rake - in the glands are hampered by the pump wear.
The electric powerlier appeared on restyled cars, but it is found relatively rarely and not noticed in special troubles. Probably attention should be paid to the wiring, as well as on other similar devices.
Transmission
Most Fabia with manual gearboxes and from the point of view of reliability of work is very good. After all, the mechanics on them are quite good, except with 1.2 TSI motors and 1.6 boxes reach their threshold of strength. But with 1.4 already no problems.
Motors 1.4 have the best out of the piston group possible for Fabia. For 1.6 shorter T-shaped pistons and there are all problems familiar to Polo Seadan owners with Motors of the CFNA series - small cylinder loans and pistons, rapid wear of valves, and even the chain is noise, then jumps, especially on versions with the old front Engine cover and old type of chain and tensioners.
The main troubles of motors are the thermostat, poor quality of gaskets and seals, very slow warm-up and complexity with the choice of oil. With short oil runs with a viscosity of SAE 30 are highly recommended, but if the car stands in traffic jams, then it is better to pour out SAE 40 or even SAE 50 - very narrow crankshaft necks and a small oil pressure make it sensitive to loss of viscosity. In addition, radiators are weak, easily polluted.
Another regulation of the replacement of spark plugs provokes failure of individual ignition coils, there is a consumers. Motor control system for 1.4 Magneti Marelli 4HV can deliver a bit of trouble, there are difficulties with the diagnosis. Motors are very sensitive to pollution of the throttle valve and the pressure of the fuel pump - the power system without a return highway is used. The fuel pump, by the way, is frankly weak, often change it on Bosch from the VAZ models, and it seems that it is a good replacement of the original.
Under the hood ŠKODA Fabia Greenline UK-SPEC (5J) "2009-10 The design of three-cylinder motors 1.2, which are leading in the prevalence, is much less successful. The timing chain here is almost the same as on the motors of 1.6, but it is loaded stronger due to the presence of a balancing shaft drive. The resource of its consistently less than 100 thousand kilometers, which is usually becoming a very big surprise for the owners. In addition, the Motor is soluminous, with Namic coated sleeves. It is used here that durable Nacassil is applied, and not alusyl, like other manufacturers, but there are problems with it, especially if piston rings are destroyed, which, unfortunately, happens.
However, in most cases, the oil appetite is caused by the rings and their strong wear. The selection of materials for the rings came out in the designers not very successful, and the pistons tritely erased about the solid coating of the cylinder. For some reason, most of the owners of VW and Skoda machines believe that the oil consumption of the engine is normal, and employees of car services are concerned with them. But if the oil is stubbornly, it will be erased and the nickname, and then "turns" the crankshaft, and the motor will go to the garbage. Surprisingly, just in case, the manufacturer even produces the repair dimensions of the pistons, although there are few people taken to sharpen, and the price of repair dimensions bite - with a boaronte, the sleeves from the VAZ are more likely.
The operating temperature of the engine is 1.2 is also high, but it warms it only in traffic jams - also sums up the thermostat. The problems with the throttle are almost the same as the motors of 1.4 and 1.6, but the motor control system is easier to carry its easy pollution. By the way, the vibration on a three-cylinder motor is often not "bias", but signs of the end of the timber - because of the blows it cuts off the key on the balancing shaft. With oil features the same as the senior "brothers", and even the load on the liners above, in general, the quality of oil and pressure should be monitored. With the slightest signs, the lack of pressure to measure and look for the cause.
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Oil appetite at 1.2 engine is expressed weakly, the difficulties with the liners are rare, but they are added to the troubles associated with the system of superimposure - a small resource of the TNVD, sensitivity to the quality of fuel, contamination of M injectors, breakdowns of turbines (especially on machines until 2013 release) and failures of the intermediate air cooling system. But the thrust is excellent, and the motor is very economical. The 1.4 engine has a much more complex boost system and a tendency to be a piston defense, but it is unlikely that it stops the one who wants Fabia RS.
What to take?
Simple design and pretty high quality performance make Skoda Fabia Mk 2 very good choice as the machine "for every day." Pretty pleasant on the go, she will not deliver a lot of trouble, if the configuration is simple and the mileage is not cosmic. This is especially true of 1.4 motors, which can clearly be considered the best option.
In the photo: Škoda Fabia RS (5J) "2010-13 The more powerful 1.6 engine is slightly bothering due to the unsuccessful Timing assembly with a chain, but at neat operation will delight and the second and third owner. But cars with very common motors 1.2 can deliver a lot of trouble. Their power is enough for unhurried ride, but with the resource of the trouble. And often cheap bulkhead is no longer separated, they are tritely launched to such a state that it is easier to buy a new one. With an oil appetite in half liters per thousand kilometers, the owners often miss the oil level - thanks to a small amount of crankcase. Very many drivers instead of full repair change piston rings and sell cars, but such a repair is enough for a while, if Namil has risks and scuff. And if you probably liked this option, then be very vigilant.
If you put an eye on the fresh and expensive machines with a 1.2 TSI engine, for example, in a fashionable configuration of Monte Carlo, just remember that the turbo engine does not forgive service errors, and the DSG seventure just attracts problems, so try to find an instance with Minimum mileage and famous "biography".
Minor refuses of electricians will annoy those who do not know how to cope with the problems independently, because in most cases girls will be owners. But in essence it is unstable, for large expenses in the presence of a competent wizard can be easily avoided. If you know about the features of the work of Egur, the tendency to damage to the wiring of doors, the weaknesses of the fuel pump, the thermostat and the characteristics of the motors, the price of the operation will be low. And if you still carefully follow the body and to eliminate the foci of corrosion in time, without hoping on the bike about the mythical double galvanized, the car will last for a very long time.
Would you get Skoda Fabia?
Choose a test car. Requirements: hatch, mechanics, condo, pig-chairs. 2 options left:
Kia Rio (2009GV, Restayl-2010, 1.4) 455 thousand
Skoda Fabia (2009 GW, 1.4) 475 thousand
The configuration is approximately the same: there are no music in the Skoda and there are heated fuses and casting, and kia - climate control
for some reason I am for Fabia
Wow, price tag for it!
And you find the hatch cheaper! Matiz does not mention;)
Wrap range (without Matiz, Vause and Chinese) at a price of up to 475 thousand rubles. - Spark, Aveo, Lacetti, C3, Getz, I20, Picanto, Colt, 107, 206, maybe something else.
And what's bad for the testing Matiz?
Most of the listed cars have already stepped over the frontier 500, or too small
Still in these two machines and the engine is not the most dead, and the size is not mini.
Chevrolet and I20 can be filled, but disappeared on subjective reasons.
And what kind of price tag do you need? Buy a prior, she apparently costs more adequately.
Of course Fabia, in every sense.
No need to be nervous
The machine was not considered in principle. And Fabia for 475 is a discount dealer
If you are so smart, I think with the choice handle yourself.
Zy.: Minuses I set.
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Fabia is New 4 Engine: 1.2 (60 hp), 1.2 (70 hp), 1.4 (80 hp), and 1.6 (105 hp).
Fabi's owners on their forum seemed to conclude that the engines 1.4 and 1.2 (60 hp) are less successful than 1.2 (70 hp) and 1.6. It may make sense to look at Fabia 1.2 (51 kW) in a configuration "Sport" for 474 thousand rubles.? The configuration "Elegance" (from the words of the owners) unsuccessful insuming material of the salon - it attracts the garbage. Although I'm not sure that you can find in the salons live by Fabia 2009 for this money, and I join DRVAD - it will be more expensive.
In Fabia, there was a price tag at all. Nursingly large - now Volkswagen Polo Polo New 1.2 in the database (Trendline, MCPP) are the same 475 thousand rubles.
Let's do without fantasy. These are real cars
Only you note that the polo is empty, like a drum and for each "Chih" you will flip good money there! And personally, Polo seemed less spacious inside than Fabia, although they were made on one platform. Most likely it is because of the chlorosity of the polo saloon.
ZY In total, Vaga is inadequate price in general!
I also agree that Fabia for 475 tr. You are unlikely to find. But it is not harmful to dream)) I advise you to look at Rio (I bought it myself)
KIA now raised the quality of their cars, but at the specified prices, I would take Skoda. There would be a difference in price more - it would be possible to think something!
To all of the other Fabia will be more expensive when resale!
