Meet Europe's new Škoda Fabia, not only does it have a modern, youthful look that reflects Škoda’s unique design direction, but the new Fabia is also one of the most practical and spacious vehicles in its class.

In fact, it offers more rear knee and headroom than any of its rivals. These improved comfort levels are made possible thanks to an increase in size over its predecessor. The new Fabia is 22 mm longer and 47 mm taller than the model it replaces, making it one of the largest cars in class. Boot capacity is impressive too: 300 litres with the rear seats up and 1,163 litres when they’re folded.

A total of seven engines will be available in the new Fabia – four petrol and three diesel. Both the 1.2 HTP and 1.2 12V HTP petrol engines now have more power than before and offer greater driving pleasure as a result (see below).

Petrol Engines:	Diesel Engines:
- 1.2 HTP/60bhp	- 1.4 TDI PD/70bhp
- 1.2 12V HTP/70bhp	- 1.4 TDI PD/80bhp
- 1.4 16V/85bhp	- 1.9 TDI PD/105bhp
- 1.6 16V/105bhp (also available with automatic transmission)

In keeping with the new Fabia’s looks customers will be offered a wide range of exciting body colours coupled with fresh, high-quality materials in the interior. Not only does it look fantastic, but the Fabia is now also safer than ever before. In addition to the dual front airbags, passengers will also be protected by front side airbags.

For the first time a six-speed automatic Tiptronic transmission is being made available as an option, while electronically controlled Climatronic air conditioning and an MP3/iPod compatible stereo also make their way onto the options list. Full specifications will be made available closer to the Fabia’s European launch date in Q2 2007.

The Fabia has been a huge success since the launch of the first generation model in 2000. More than 1.5 million have been built in that time. This popularity looks set to continue with the new model.

The world premiere of the new Škoda Fabia will take place at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2007. Wagon versions of the new car are expected by early 2008. Until then production of current models will continue.