The Release 1.9 TDi engine 101 hp with pump injector associated turbo intercooler variable geometry technology is the revolution TDi. The result is exciting and Fabia becomes one of the fastest category planting a reference face as the Ibiza TDi 110 hp.

There are cars that excite at first sight and not others. And I have to admit that the Skoda Fabia had passed me without that would have paid much attention. After this test it will never be so. It all started last Friday. We were warned that we could pick and unit testing without further preparation, we went out to do the photo shoot. The first time I could open gas at the discretion was already in the N-III highway I frequent enough, and the first ascent engine leaves us surprised by what pushes. This force allows us to crown the top of Arganda to a very high, too high for the legal speed limits speed. Then, when traffic slows, as the road is two lanes, surprise us again for their resilience. We looked at the photographer and me and, almost simultaneously, say, “this goes more than a Ibiza TDi 110 CV.” This statement could not be verified until Monday, the day the Fabia had an appointment with the Technical Center for benefits, but if the first impression is what counts, this was unbeatable.

It is clear that my opinion of the Fabia, and more specifically the 1.9 TDI 101 hp, is pretty good. This statement affects largely to its mechanics, but there are other sections and details where the Fabia surprises and convinces quickly. Aesthetically not as attractive as a Golf or A3, which are somewhat larger and do not belong to the category. However, the Fabia is no less attractive than a Ibiza; It is just less known and, although both belong to the same group, Seat image is more dynamic and robust than Skoda. Inside something similar happens. It not attracted by its beauty and, instead, it’s nice that conveys the feeling of strength and elegance, with great simplicity of lines and elaborate finishing. There are details that shows that has not overlooked anything. From the driver’s seat just rackets wipers are therefore are hidden, but there are also things that are not to our liking, as the smaller of the right rear small-more than his left so you lose some side view. Also the interior mirror is narrow and does not cover the rear window.