This version of the new Fabia features the same engine and
transmission as the class-winning Roomster and, as you would
expect, its performance figures are about the same. It's a little
bit lighter but it handles a caravan almost as well despite having
a noseweight limit of just 50kg.
Top gear (5th) is usable when towing but don't expect too much
in the way of acceleration without dropping down a cog or two.
Brakes are a strong point, including a firm and easy-to-use
handbrake. Top of the class in terms of operating costs - covering
CO2/kg, insurance group, service hours and on the road price. Must
try harder in terms of load carrying.
| Caravan weight |
Noseweight limit |
Drive |
Cyls/CC |
bhp@rpm |
lb/ft@rpm |
CO2 g/km |
Ins group |
Price |
Tested |
|
995kg
|
50kg
|
FWD
|
4/1896
|
105@ 4000
|
240@1800
|
129
|
4E
|
£13,300
|
2008
|
Škoda Fabia 3 1.9 TDI
