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Skoda Felicia I Combi (795) 1.3 LX (54 Hp)
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Skoda Felicia:
The Škoda Felicia is a supermini car produced by the Czech carmaker Škoda Auto from 1994 to 2001. It was the last model on Škoda's own platform, but was one of the first models to benefit from Škoda Auto's takeover by the German company Volkswagen Group. The Felicia was a heavily reworked version of the Favorit, retaining its core structure but with new outer panelwork to give it a fresh, more modern appearance, with a redesigned front end and a wider range of VW-sourced engines....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Combi (795) Overview:
Skoda Felicia (I Combi (795)). With 99 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.8 l/100km). Weighing only 1100 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 18 s). The top speed reaches 151 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.
1.3 LX (54 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Underpowered for a combi, offering sluggish acceleration and struggling on inclines or with a full load.
Fuel Economy
Modest fuel economy for its power, with urban consumption being notably high for a small engine.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent cargo space for its class
- • Affordable to buy and maintain
- • Simple, robust mechanicals
- • Practical and functional design
- • Good fuel economy on diesel variants
Cons:
- • Poor Euro NCAP safety rating
- • Unrefined and noisy engines (especially 1.3L)
- • Basic interior quality and features
- • Sluggish performance on lower-powered models
- • Dated design and driving dynamics
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Fun (797): 1997 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Skoda |
| Model: | Felicia |
| Generation: | I Combi (795) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 LX (54 Hp) |
| Start of production: | August, 1996 |
| End of production: | 1997 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 54 Hp @ 4500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 41.9 Hp/l [10mm less] |
| Torque: | 99 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AMG More details about the engine AMG |
| Engine displacement: | 1289 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Single-point injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 72 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 18 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 18 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 151 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 20.4 kg/Hp, 49.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 11.1 kg/Nm, 90 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 17.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1100 |
| Max. weight: | 1600 |
| Max load: | 500 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1365 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 445 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4235 mm mm [10mm less] |
| Width: | 1635 mm mm [45mm less] |
| Height: | 1420 mm mm [45mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2450 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1420 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1380 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.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 165/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 13 |
| Front suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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