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Skoda Fabia I (6Y, facelift 2004) 1.4 (75 Hp)
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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 (6Y, facelift 2004) Overview:
Skoda Fabia (I (6Y, facelift 2004)). With 126 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.6 l/100km). Weighing only 1060 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.8 s). The top speed reaches 167 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4 (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate performance for daily commuting, with better responsiveness than the automatic variant.
Fuel Economy
Improved fuel economy compared to the automatic, making it a more economical petrol choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent value for money
- • Practical and spacious for a supermini
- • Wide range of economical diesel engines
- • Solid build quality
- • Respectable safety rating for its time
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines are underpowered
- • Dated interior design by modern standards
- • Ride can be firm on poorer roads
- • Automatic gearbox is sluggish and inefficient
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (6Y): July, 2001 - July, 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Skoda |
| Model: | Fabia |
| Generation: | I (6Y, facelift 2004) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | July, 2004 |
| End of production: | December, 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 54 Hp/l [10mm more] |
| Torque: | 126 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | BBY More details about the engine BBY |
| Engine displacement: | 1390 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.2 l |
| Coolant: | 5.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75.6 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 167 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.1 kg/Hp, 70.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 118.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1060 |
| Max. weight: | 1575 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 515 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1016 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 260 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 800 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 450 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 50 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3970 mm [10mm more] |
| Width: | 1646 mm [1mm more] |
| Height: | 1451 mm [1mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2462 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1435 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1424 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 120 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m [above average] |
| 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 | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 155/80 R13; 165/70 R14; 185/60 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 13; 5J x 16; 6J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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