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Skoda Felicia II Combi 1.6 (75 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)
II Combi Overview:
Skoda Felicia (II Combi). With 135 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1005 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13 s). The top speed reaches 170 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.
1.6 (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily driving and light highway use, feeling reasonably responsive for its output.
Fuel Economy
Combined fuel economy of 8.2 l/100 km is average for a petrol engine of its era and size, not particularly efficient by modern standards.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent cargo space for its size
- • Highly reliable and simple mechanics
- • Very affordable to buy and maintain
- • Practical and functional design
- • Good visibility
Cons:
- • Poor safety rating (Euro NCAP 1.5 stars)
- • Underpowered engines (especially 1.3L variants)
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Lack of modern features and refinements
- • Basic ride quality and handling
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (791): August, 1996 - 1997).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Skoda |
| Model: | Felicia |
| Generation: | II Combi |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | January, 1998 |
| End of production: | August, 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 4500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 46.9 Hp/l [352mm more] |
| Torque: | 135 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AEE More details about the engine AEE |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.9 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.4 kg/Hp, 74.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.4 kg/Nm, 134.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1005 |
| Max. weight: | 1490 |
| Max load: | 485 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1365 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 447 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4237 mm mm [352mm more] |
| Width: | 1635 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1420 mm mm [5mm more] |
| 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.] |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 165/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 13 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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