Škoda Fabia facts for kids

The Škoda Fabia is a popular car made by a company called Škoda Auto. It has been around since 1999 and has had several different versions, called "generations." The newest version, the third generation, came out in late 2014.

The First Škoda Fabia: 1999 to 2007

The very first Škoda Fabia cars were launched in late 1999. In the UK, they arrived in Spring 2000. At first, it was mainly a hatchback car. Later, in 2001, Škoda added other styles like a longer estate car and a saloon car (which has a separate boot). The car got a small update in 2004 to make it look a bit fresher.

What Types of Fabia Cars Were There?

The first generation Fabia came in a few different shapes to suit different needs:

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  This is the 5-door hatchback, the most common type.

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  This is the 4-door saloon, which has a separate boot.

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  This is the 5-door station wagon, also known as the Combi, which has more space in the back.

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  This is the 5-door panel van, called the Praktik, used for carrying goods.

What Engines Did the First Fabia Use?

Cars need engines to make them move! The first Fabia had different engine options, both petrol and diesel, which gave them different amounts of power.

Petrol Engines for the Fabia

• 1.0
• 1.2 HTP
• 1.4 MPI
• 1.4 16V
• 2.0 MPI

Diesel Engines for the Fabia

• 1.4 TDI
• 1.9 SDI
• 1.9 TDI
• 1.9 TDI RS (a sportier version)

The Second Škoda Fabia: 2007 to 2014

The second version of the Škoda Fabia came out in Spring 2007. This time, Škoda kept the popular hatchback and estate car styles. However, they stopped making the saloon version because it didn't sell as well.

This generation of the Fabia also got some updates. It had a facelift in 2010, which means its look was refreshed. There was also a small update in 2013. When this car launched in the UK, it had a very famous TV advert where the car was made entirely out of cake! The advert used the song "My Favourite Things" from the movie The Sound Of Music.

What Types of Second Generation Fabia Cars Were There?

The second generation focused on the most popular body styles:

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  The 5-door hatchback, often with a two-tone paint job.

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  The 5-door station wagon, or Combi, offering more space.

What Engines Did the Second Fabia Use?

Just like the first generation, the second Fabia had a range of engines to choose from, giving drivers different options for power and fuel efficiency.

Petrol Engines for the Second Fabia

• 1.2 HTP
• 1.2 TSI
• 1.4 16V
• 1.4 TSI RS (a powerful, sporty version)
• 1.6 16V

Diesel Engines for the Second Fabia

• 1.2 TDI
• 1.4 TDI
• 1.6 TDI
• 1.9 TDI

Images for kids

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  A sporty version of the Fabia after its facelift.

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  A modern hatchback version of the Škoda Fabia.

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  The inside (interior) of a Škoda Fabia.

See also

In Spanish: Škoda Fabia para niños