SKODA FABIA MONTE CARLO, with sporty looks, goes official
What's the story
Czech automaker SKODA has revealed the range-topping MONTE CARLO variant of its FABIA hatchback. It will be up for grabs in Europe later this year. As for the highlights, the model has an imposing look and a spacious cabin loaded with a bevy of tech-based features, including adaptive cruise control. It is available with a choice of four engines.
Context
Why does this story matter?
The MONTE CARLO version of the SKODA FABIA offers extensive cosmetic updates over the other trims and is touted to be the sportiest iteration of the four-wheeler. It is likely to attract a lot of buyers in Europe. If the model makes its way to India, the competition in the hatchback segment here will be raised to a great extent.
Design
The car sports a black roof and faux rear diffuser
SKODA FABIA MONTE CARLO has a sculpted bonnet, a blacked-out grille with adjustable slats, a wide air dam, sleek headlights, and a black roof. It is flanked by black B-pillars, ORVMs, and 16- to 18-inch alloy wheels. A faux diffuser, a spoiler, black-colored "SKODA" lettering on the tailgate, a window wiper, and wraparound taillamps grace the rear end of the vehicle.
Interiors
The vehicle gets 9 airbags and 5 Type-C ports
SKODA FABIA MONTE CARLO has a spacious cabin, featuring wireless charging, sports seats, red accents, a trunk-mounted subwoofer, fake carbon fiber trim on the dashboard, and LED ambient lighting. It houses five Type-C ports, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, and a 9.2-inch infotainment panel bundled with a 64GB SSD storage. Adaptive cruise control and nine airbags ensure the safety of the passengers.
Performance
It attains a top-speed of 225km/h
SKODA FABIA MONTE CARLO is offered with a 1.0-liter, naturally-aspirated engine (80hp/93Nm); a 1.0-liter turbocharged mill (95hp/175Nm); a 1.0-liter TSI EVO motor that puts out 110hp/200Nm; and a 1.5-liter, 4-cylinder unit that makes 150hp/250Nm. Transmission duties are handled by a 5-speed manual, a 6-speed manual, and a 7-speed DSG gearbox. The car sprints from 0-100km/h in eight seconds and hits a top-speed of 225km/h.
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SKODA FABIA MONTE CARLO: Availability
Details pertaining to the pricing of the SKODA FABIA MONTE CARLO hatchback are yet to be disclosed. However, the four-wheeler will be on sale in the Old Continent later this year.