The Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI Montecarlo is one of the most interesting versions of this utility segment B. We conducted a month and this is our conclusion.

Skoda (See prices and technical data of cars Skoda) has hit the mark with this third generation Fabia and a mechanical as gasoline 1.2 TSI which together with its enhanced frame, allows such interesting versions like this Monte Carlo.

Skoda Fabia can be a car for everything and everyone. Even, as in this case, with the most powerful engine, the most sophisticated change and completion sportier.

And talk about the most powerful engine is known talk 1.2 TSI petrol with 110 hp; talk more sophisticated change is talk of a automatic double clutch 7-speed DSG that would be the envy of senior models; and talk about a sport we mean the termination Monte Carlo which it offers details that make it very attractive.

Skoda Fabia 1.2 Montecarlo: boot record

But not only this Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI It is a car with design details. But functionality, the DNA of the Czech brand throughout history, is also present. In fact, it is car segment with better trunk (330 liters officers while our measurement has given us 335 liters). And all this without growing absurdly: the new Fabia It is 8 mm shorter, 90 mm wider and 31 mm lower and 5 mm battle. It has been a success make it a more compact car, bypassing 4 meters and with a bit width to promote stability as discussed below. Plus it has been contained much more weight and allows you to boast a figure in the optimal scale for its segment (1,185 kg).

Skoda Fabia 1.2 Montecarlo: dream engine

The engines They are a new generation. East motor 1.2 TSI belongs to the EA211 family that has a modern refrigeration dual circuit in which the basic engine is cooled by a high temperature circuit and a mechanical pump. At the same time, the low-temperature circuit flowing through the housing and turbocharger intercooler. The circuit of the cylinder head is warming up the car. The exhaust manifold is integrated into the cylinder head and, as a result, the engine will be heated to the optimum temperature more quickly and generate heat for the passenger compartment quickly. The refrigerant temperature decreases the exhaust gases in the cylinder head, thereby reducing energy consumption, especially at high engine speed.

So it’s not surprising that we had such a good feeling with this mechanic in thousands of kilometers for this test. The right power for all kinds of situations and formidable be a motor only 1.2 liters elasticity. But we must also consider the change DSG dual-clutch 7-speed has a lot to do with it. Why It allows a very tight relationships with few jumps between gears, what do you always keep the regime in the right place. It lacks the steering wheel paddles, but neither does he need. In fact, as you use it, you realize it’s best to leave work the “brain” of the exchange and bring change in D at all times. Even when you squeeze the most in a circuit.

Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI Montecarlo: large equipment

But if this change 7-speed DSG It is a luxury, not least its comprehensive standard equipment and optional. Especially adapting to new technologies. He Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI You can communicate with a smartphone through systems MirrorLink and SmartGate. The first allows the visualization and operation of some phone applications on the system screen Bolero (One of three options infotainment) with a Color TFT 6.5 “ with resolution of 800×480 pixels. MirrorLink some of the applications that are available are those of Sygic (navigation) Weather Pro! (Weather forecasts), AUPEO! (Personal radio), Audioteka (audiobooks) and Parkopedia (information on parking spaces). The SmartGate allows you to display, store and use some vehicle data. One example is the APP Skoda showing the driver how efficient your driving has been in any way. On the other hand, the APP Pro MFA allows users to view the functions of the onboard computer and the multifunction display content on their own phones.

Nor neglects security systems such as Front Assistant with City Emergency Braking Integrated Function, with the radar sensor, the brake system multicolision, the Drive Activity Assistant or fatigue detector, the speed limiter, the Hill Hold Control, LED daytime running lights or electronic control tire pressure.

Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI DSG Montecarlo: sportsmanship

As the engine has 110 hp and the frame is so good, he Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI You can afford to pass background almost all curves. I mean fast where certain cars have to slow down before daring to enter, and yet Skoda Fabia with this yet you dare. There is no fear that the rack you a scare. Quite the opposite. The rear axle is glued to the asphalt and barely moves from your site and the front fits very well in the corners, with a slight understeer. All this helps a sport suspension (our unit had this cheap and convenient option), without making the car too uncomfortable, you can take full advantage of some 17 “wheels with 215/40 tires that grip the asphalt as nothing.