Skoda fabia 2 facelift elegance 1.2 HTP

Exterior The new facelift version looks bold and awesome with the new front foglamps and the DRL lights its got the style and class above all hatchbacks.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) When you sit inside the car you are totally cut from the outside world, no noticable engine noise and the seats are like butter, shocks are awesome and you do not feel those bumps, stereo equipment is good with 4 speakers in the front its rocking and nice clarity of music comapred to my old car stereo equipment, with MFI display you have a lot of information at your disposal and is useful(Mileage,speed etc)

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Fuel economy of about 12KM in bangalore traffic and about 17 outside seems better than my santro for a petrol engine.

Pickup is bit slow but the top end and braking is excellent with features like ABS,brake Assist,EBC,MSR. Safety features also include airbags and shear bolt (Prevents engine from entering the body in case of collision).

Reason for discarding other brands

Polo - Less discount, difficult for 6footer to sit inside

I20 - Inside built quality naaaaa... and have heard of problems related to power steering but it has good safety features, but less discount.

Ford figo - Small car and quality of materials not so good and safety features also not upto the mark.

Maruti - did not even check as the swifts are tooo common.

Micra - Looks and service centers are not well distributed, though not much idea about the car.

Ride Quality & Handling Very stable and reliable.

Final Words People thinking for this car is a better option than the polo, as long as after sales service is considered its all the same compared to all manufactures, I had problems with hyundai also so I cant blame skoda as allmanufacturese sail in the same boat, some dealers are good some are worst and more over its all your luck.

Areas of improvement Can include rear wiper, cimate control ac and EOVRM with indicators and some european fabia stuff.

Review 7K Km - 1Year

Good mileage for a petrol hatch back awesome comfort and sturdy vehicle.