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Skoda Fabia I Combi (6Y) 1.9 SDI (64 Hp)
Overall Rating
Skoda Fabia:
The Škoda Fabia is a series of passenger cars produced by Czech manufacturer Škoda Auto since 1999. It is the successor of the Škoda Felicia, which was discontinued in 2001. The Fabia was available in hatchback, estate and saloon body styles at launch, and from 2007, the second generation was offered in hatchback and estate versions. The third generation Fabia was launched in 2015, and the fourth in 2021. @media all and }@media all and body. skin-vector-2022. mw-parser-output. tocleft. mw-parser-output. tocleft-clear-both. mw-parser-output. tocleft-clear-none}....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Combi (6Y) Overview:
Skoda Fabia (I Combi (6Y)). With 125 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.2 l/100km). Weighing only 1160 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 19 s). The top speed reaches 158 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.9 SDI (64 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Underpowered and sluggish, particularly for highway speeds, but offers robust, no-frills diesel reliability and impressive low-end torque.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy, making it a very cheap car to run despite its lack of outright power, ideal for budget-conscious drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical estate body
- • Good build quality for its class
- • Economical diesel engine options
- • Reliable VW Group mechanicals
- • Excellent value on the used market
- • Comfortable ride for its segment
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines are underpowered
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Limited advanced safety features
- • Can be noisy at higher speeds, especially with smaller engines
- • Automatic gearbox is unrefined and slow
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (facelift 2010): May, 2010 - 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Skoda |
| Model: | Fabia |
| Generation: | I Combi (6Y) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 SDI (64 Hp) |
| Start of production: | November, 1999 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 64 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 33.8 Hp/l [222mm more] |
| Torque: | 125 Nm @ 1600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | ASY More details about the engine ASY |
| Engine displacement: | 1896 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 6.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 95.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 19.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 19 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 19 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 158 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 18.1 kg/Hp, 55.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.3 kg/Nm, 107.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 18.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1160 |
| Max. weight: | 1675 |
| Max load: | 515 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1225 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 426 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4222 mm mm [222mm more] |
| Width: | 1646 mm mm [4mm more] |
| Height: | 1452 mm mm [46mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2462 mm mm [3mm less] |
| Front track: | 1419 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1408 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/60 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
Behind the wheel of the Skoda Fabia. How does it handle on the road?