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Skoda Fabia I (6Y) 1.4 16V (75 Hp) Automatic
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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) Overview:
Skoda Fabia (I (6Y)). With 126 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1075 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17 s). The top speed reaches 166 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 16V (75 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Performance is sluggish, particularly due to the 4-speed automatic gearbox, making acceleration feel laboured.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel consumption for a small petrol engine paired with an older automatic transmission.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical interior for its class
- • Good build quality and reliability due to VW Group underpinnings
- • Wide range of efficient engines, especially the TDI diesels
- • Excellent value for money, particularly in the used market
- • Solid safety performance for its era with a 4-star Euro NCAP rating
Cons:
- • Some entry-level petrol engines are significantly underpowered
- • Interior design can be a bit bland compared to some rivals
- • Automatic gearbox options were often sluggish and inefficient
- • Ride can be firm on certain trims or with larger wheels
- • Lacks modern infotainment and safety features found in newer cars
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV: November, 2021 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Skoda |
| Model: | Fabia |
| Generation: | I (6Y) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 16V (75 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | October, 1999 |
| End of production: | July, 2004 |
| 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 [148mm less] |
| 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: | 10.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 166 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.3 kg/Hp, 69.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.5 kg/Nm, 117.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1075 |
| Max. weight: | 1570 |
| Max load: | 495 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1015 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 260 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3960 mm [148mm less] |
| Width: | 1645 mm [135mm less] |
| Height: | 1450 mm [9mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2462 mm [90mm 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 | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad 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 |
| Tires size | 165/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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