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Skoda innovated Fabia and Roomster

Viliyana Filipova — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:13:10 +0000

Skoda has released pictures of and information about updates its models Fabia and Roomster, which will make debut at the Geneva Motor Show, starting next week, and sales will start in the summer. Cars have been more attractive appearance, achieved through minor changes to bumpers, grille and lights, and the availability of several new types of wheels and exterior colors. Renewed emphasis in the Fabia and Roomster is, however, fell on their units that are upgraded or completely new, all meet the European environmental standard Euro 5. Diesel engines are brand new, equipped with a diesel particulate filter and common rail system, with all the emitted CO2 emissions are below 110 gr/km. Underlying 1.2 TDI has a power 75 h.p. and the other two modifications rely on the 1.6 TDI, with 90 and power 105 h.p. The petrol units are upgraded, their output ranged from 60 to 105 h.p. The most interesting modification was 1.2 TSI (105 h.p.) at which the engine is combined with a seven-DSG dual-clutch transmission, contributing to an average cost of 5.3l/100km. Despite the productivity of the unit.
The cars are getting really nice design and very good engines, which are improved to have low fuel consumption is higher power.

The new modern Skoda Fabia

Viliyana Filipova — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 04:21:58 +0000

Are mild modernization Skoda Fabia. On the Internet there were pictures of the renewed drive almost without disguise. They show that the main change will be in front, where the grid becomes larger and larger, taking into account the style of the Superb. Overall, the new vision of the Fabia is approaching that of the larger models Superb and Octavia. In addition to broad radiator grille of the Fabia undergone a facelift and lying lower. Over it and see a slight change in the company logo. There are changes in the front bumper, while at the lower part of the opening air is increased. Fog lamps are also slightly modified. The sheltered part of the lights probably means that they will be cosmetic changes. The photographs suggest that other news of the modernization of the Fabia will be.
The engines also remain unchanged – gasoline volume from 1.2 to 1.6 liters and diesel 1.4 TDI and 1.9 TDI.

Skoda Superb Combi

Viliyana Filipova — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 05:50:52 +0000

The Czech car-maker Skoda Auto uses the exhibition in Frankfurt to present the wagon version of the new Superb, which the company demonstrated its desire to continuously develop and introduce new models. The length and breadth of the Skoda Superb Combi are identical to those of the sedan (respectively 4 838 mm And 1 817 mm), But the height of the car is 1 510 mm (1462 mm of Sedan). In front two versions did not differ, but the structure of the rear has been changed due to the specificity of this type of car. Like all wagon models and Superb Combi provides excellent space for cargo. The volume of baggage is 633l. But prolapse of the back seats, it increased to 1 865l. As additional equipment is available and a panoramic roof, creating a feeling of even greater spaciousness in the interior. Skoda Superb Combi will be the company’s first model equipped with the system no-key access to the interior and start the engine “KESSY”, as well as electronic technology opens the door of the trunk, where even his veil is withdrawn.
Engines that will Superb Combi offers are identical to those of the sedan. These are benzinovite1.4 TSI (125 h.p.), 1.8 TSI (160 h.p.) and 3.6 FSI (360 h.p) and diesel 2.0 TDI PD (140 h.p.) and 2.0 TDI CR DPF (170 h.p). From Skoda ensure that aggregates are low fuel consumption and emit a small amount of CO2 emissions, some of them may be combined with a system of four-wheel drive to Haldex AWD.

Skoda Octavia RS became sports car

Viliyana Filipova — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 04:34:57 +0000

Wagon models are typically used by families with children who have often had to travel more and carry bulky luggage, but the Australian division of Skoda has decided to promote the new Octavia RS wagon, creating its own competitive version. The car is called Octavia RS-P and is equipped with 2.0-liter turbo engine whose power is increased to 258 h.p. and maximal torque increased to 350Nm. Higher productivity of the unit is achieved by reprogramming a control unit (ECU), a new exhaust system in stainless steel and more sports air filter. Skoda Octavia RS-P has an additional stabilizing bars, more powerful brakes, with 355 millimeters. discs front and 310 millimeters. rear, and adjustable sport suspension. As a conclusion, the vehicle has received a new grille and 18-inch black wheels, tires dressed with Yokohama ADVAN.
Currently, Australian subdivided Skoda has created only one copy of the Octavia RS-P, which will be around the country and will promote the model, but the company did not report whether this modification will be put into mass production.