A Brief Review of the 2017 Skoda Fabia 81TSI

The Skoda Fabia made its debut back in 2011, and it’s the smallest offering from the Czech manufacturer in Australia. It’s available as a five door hatch or wagon, and this is the third generation of this popular car. However, Skoda has added the Fabia 81TSI to their lineup here to add a touch more style and refinement that will outshine the competition. Let’s take a closer look at the Fabia and this new 81TSI model to see what’s on offer.

The Engine:

Typically, under the bonnet on a Fabia, one would find a 1.2 litre turbocharged petrol powerplant available in two different flavours. The first generates 66kW of power and 160 Nm of torque and is paired with a manual transmission. The second generates 81 kW of power and 175 Nm of torque and is paired with a seven speed dual clutch automatic transmission. Fuel efficiency for the latter (used on the 81TSI) is claimed at 4.8L/100km combined.

Equipment Levels:

The standard equipment levels on the Fabia 81TSI are a very strong selling point with features, such as heated power mirrors, engine start/stop, mirror integrated indicators, daytime running lights, Bluetooth connectivity, audio streaming, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, a 6.5" infotainment screen, a full sized speed limited spare wheel, a six speaker stereo system, cloth upholstery and 15" steel wheels. Skoda have refocused their attention on safety in recent years, featured here we have: a multi collision braking system, a city emergency braking system, six airbags, front assist braking, a pair of ISOFIX anchoring points, tyre pressure monitoring, hill hold assist, an electronic differential lock and a 5 star ANCAP safety rating.

The Fabia 81TSI Pricing:

The Fabia 81TSI is powered by the latter automatic engine version and costs $19,490 before on roads. This makes it $1,150 cheaper than the wagon equivalent but makes it $3,000 more expensive than the entry level manual. However, an additional premium of $4,000 would need to be paid to step up to the Fabia 81TSI Monte Carlo flagship. Outside of the range, this model undercuts the VW Polo 81TSI Comfortline by $1,700 and the Mazda 2 Maxx automatic by $200.

If they are looking for a Skoda Fabia, Perth drivers should contact us here. At Skoda Perth, we have a large selection of new and quality used cars for sale, including the new Skoda Fabia. We would like you to join us for a test drive, try out the Skoda driving experience firsthand without obligation. If you need finance, our rates are very competitive, and repayments will be tailored to your specific requirements. Our sales team is ready and standing by to advise you on the latest Skoda Fabia for sale price and to address any other questions you have.