Skoda Fabia 2010-2015 1.2 TDI Active Plus

Fabia 2010-2015 1.2 TDI Active Plus Review

Exteriors:

The build quality of this hatch is impressive and it gives a luxurious appeal to the vehicle. To begin with the frontage, its radiator grille is the most dominant part of its front that is fitted with vertically positioned slats and has thick chrome surround. This grille is surrounded by a large headlight cluster that comes incorporated with high intensity halogen headlamps and side blinkers. The front body colored bumper has a wide air dam console that provides better air intake. The overall look of its front profile is accentuated by the company’s insignia embossed to the radiator grille. Its side profile looks very distinct as it has a unique aspects like glossy black colored A and B pillars. The door handles and external mirror caps have been painted with body color, while the window sill are in black. The wheel arches have been fitted with conventional steel wheels that are further fitted with full wheel covers. The rear end is neatly done-up, wherein the taillight cluster and the bumper has been fitted skillfully. The rear windscreen is very large and is accompanied with a curvy boot lid that also has the company’s insignia.

Interiors:

The interiors of this Skoda Fabia 1.2 TDI Active Plus trim has a spacious cabin that is done up with single tone Onyx color scheme. The leg and shoulder room in the cabin is quite good and it can provide lavish seating for at least five passengers. The dashboard is integrated with a trendy control that is further equipped with advanced equipments like an AC unit and a provision for incorporating a music system . The dashboard also comes with a storage unit and an advanced instrument panel that features several warning functions. The seats are done up pretty well and they have been covered with premium quality Onyx-Grey fabric upholstery. The manufacturer has installed several important utility based features including anti-glare inside rear view mirror, height and length adjustable steering wheel, reading lamp, luggage compartment illumination, coat hooks, ticket holder on A pillar, storage compartment under steering wheel and other such aspects. This hatchback comes with a storage compartment of 315 litres, which can be increased to a whopping 1180 litres by folding the rear seat.

Engine and Performance:

This variant is equipped with an advanced 1.2-litre turbocharged diesel power plant with a high pressure direct fuel injection system. This engine is incorporated with liquid cooling system and has 3-cylinders, 12-valves that aids in displacing 1199cc . It can produce a maximum power of 75bhp at 4200rpm in combination with a peak torque of about 180Nm at just 2000rpm. This torque output is distributed to the front wheels via a fully synchronized five speed manual transmission gearbox. The car maker claims that the vehicle can produce a peak mileage of about 21 Kmpl, which is good considering its caliber.

Braking and Handling:

This hatchback is blessed with hydraulic dual-diagonal circuit, vacuum assisted braking system that delivers exceptional performance. The front wheels of this hatch have been fitted with disc brakes with inner cooling and are accompanied by a single piston floating calipers. The rear wheels have been fitted with conventional drum brakes for reliable braking. The front axle is equipped with a McPherson strut accompanied by lower triangular links and torsion stabilizer, while the rear axle is fitted with compound link crank axle type of suspension mechanism. The company has incorporated an advanced direct rack and pinion based electro mechanic power steering system that offers excellent response to the driver irrespective of speed levels.

Comfort Features

This Skoda Fabia 1.2 TDI Active Plus is the entry level variant, but it still gets some of the important comfort features. The list includes a power steering system with length and height adjuster, manually regulated air conditioning system dust and pollen filter, rear air conditioning vents under front seats, internal mechanical adjustment for outside mirrors, power adjustable windows with one touch operation and bounce back system, gear change indicator, a 12 V power socket in central console, front sun visor, lights-on acoustic signal, bottle holder in front doors, storage compartment in front center console, cup holders and numerous other features.

Safety Features:

This trim is blessed with important safety aspects that provide maximized protection to the car and passengers as well. It comes with a list includes halogen headlamps with manual leveling, rear fog lamps, high level third brake light, anti-glare inside rear view mirror, height adjustable 3-point seat belts at front, height adjustable head restraints, rough road package, child proof rear door locking and window locking, door open indicator and emergency triangle in luggage compartment. It is also incorporated with an engine immobilizer with floating code, central locking and unlocking of door as well as the boot lid.

Pros:

1. Performance of the engine is rather impressive.

2. Cabin space and comfort features return complete value for money.

Cons:

1. Price range is slightly higher than its competitors.

2. Appearance is not as trendy as other hatchbacks.

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Skoda Auto India, the fully owned subsidiary of the Czech Republican automaker is riding high on the success of its hatch model Skoda Fabia. This hatchback is available in thee diesel and four petrol models out of which, the Skoda Fabia 1.2 TDI Active Plus is the entry level diesel variant. Powering this trim is the 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder turbocharged diesel power plant that is coupled with a fully synchronized 5-speed manual transmission gearbox. The company placed this four-wheeler in the premium hatchback segment where it is competing with the likes of Volkswagen Polo, Hyundai i20 and Maruti Swift Dzire. Despite being the base trim, it is equipped with numerous important aspects including AC unit with dust and pollen filter, rough road package, engine immobilizer with floating code and internal mechanical adjustment for outside mirrors. This hatch has a decent appearance with a lot of striking aspects including the Skoda’s signature radiator grille, a large headlight cluster and an elegantly crafted taillight cluster. The insides of this trim are beautifully done up with premium quality material, which has helped the manufacturer to bring a luxurious finish inside.

Exteriors:

The build quality of this hatch is impressive and it gives a luxurious appeal to the vehicle. To begin with the frontage, its radiator grille is the most dominant part of its front that is fitted with vertically positioned slats and has thick chrome surround. This grille is surrounded by a large headlight cluster that comes incorporated with high intensity halogen headlamps and side blinkers. The front body colored bumper has a wide air dam console that provides better air intake. The overall look of its front profile is accentuated by the company’s insignia embossed to the radiator grille. Its side profile looks very distinct as it has a unique aspects like glossy black colored A and B pillars. The door handles and external mirror caps have been painted with body color, while the window sill are in black. The wheel arches have been fitted with conventional steel wheels that are further fitted with full wheel covers. The rear end is neatly done-up, wherein the taillight cluster and the bumper has been fitted skillfully. The rear windscreen is very large and is accompanied with a curvy boot lid that also has the company’s insignia.

Interiors:

The interiors of this Skoda Fabia 1.2 TDI Active Plus trim has a spacious cabin that is done up with single tone Onyx color scheme. The leg and shoulder room in the cabin is quite good and it can provide lavish seating for at least five passengers. The dashboard is integrated with a trendy control that is further equipped with advanced equipments like an AC unit and a provision for incorporating a music system . The dashboard also comes with a storage unit and an advanced instrument panel that features several warning functions. The seats are done up pretty well and they have been covered with premium quality Onyx-Grey fabric upholstery. The manufacturer has installed several important utility based features including anti-glare inside rear view mirror, height and length adjustable steering wheel, reading lamp, luggage compartment illumination, coat hooks, ticket holder on A pillar, storage compartment under steering wheel and other such aspects. This hatchback comes with a storage compartment of 315 litres, which can be increased to a whopping 1180 litres by folding the rear seat.

Engine and Performance:

This variant is equipped with an advanced 1.2-litre turbocharged diesel power plant with a high pressure direct fuel injection system. This engine is incorporated with liquid cooling system and has 3-cylinders, 12-valves that aids in displacing 1199cc . It can produce a maximum power of 75bhp at 4200rpm in combination with a peak torque of about 180Nm at just 2000rpm. This torque output is distributed to the front wheels via a fully synchronized five speed manual transmission gearbox. The car maker claims that the vehicle can produce a peak mileage of about 21 Kmpl, which is good considering its caliber.

Braking and Handling:

This hatchback is blessed with hydraulic dual-diagonal circuit, vacuum assisted braking system that delivers exceptional performance. The front wheels of this hatch have been fitted with disc brakes with inner cooling and are accompanied by a single piston floating calipers. The rear wheels have been fitted with conventional drum brakes for reliable braking. The front axle is equipped with a McPherson strut accompanied by lower triangular links and torsion stabilizer, while the rear axle is fitted with compound link crank axle type of suspension mechanism. The company has incorporated an advanced direct rack and pinion based electro mechanic power steering system that offers excellent response to the driver irrespective of speed levels.

Comfort Features

This Skoda Fabia 1.2 TDI Active Plus is the entry level variant, but it still gets some of the important comfort features. The list includes a power steering system with length and height adjuster, manually regulated air conditioning system dust and pollen filter, rear air conditioning vents under front seats, internal mechanical adjustment for outside mirrors, power adjustable windows with one touch operation and bounce back system, gear change indicator, a 12 V power socket in central console, front sun visor, lights-on acoustic signal, bottle holder in front doors, storage compartment in front center console, cup holders and numerous other features.

Safety Features:

This trim is blessed with important safety aspects that provide maximized protection to the car and passengers as well. It comes with a list includes halogen headlamps with manual leveling, rear fog lamps, high level third brake light, anti-glare inside rear view mirror, height adjustable 3-point seat belts at front, height adjustable head restraints, rough road package, child proof rear door locking and window locking, door open indicator and emergency triangle in luggage compartment. It is also incorporated with an engine immobilizer with floating code, central locking and unlocking of door as well as the boot lid.

Pros:

1. Performance of the engine is rather impressive.

2. Cabin space and comfort features return complete value for money.

Cons:

1. Price range is slightly higher than its competitors.

2. Appearance is not as trendy as other hatchbacks.