Fabia 2010–2014 car dimensions: 4247 mm long, 1642 mm wide and 1498 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,115 kg. Braked towing is 800 kg.
Manual air conditioning is available as an option on lower grades and standard on mid and higher ones, with fully automatic Climatronic climate control offered as an extra on Ambition and above. Cruise control is standard on Ambition and Elegance for the 51 kW engine and optional elsewhere (not for the 44 kW version). Rear parking sensors are optional on mid and higher trims. A 5-inch touchscreen comes with the optional Amundsen+ navigation system. No factory Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot warning, lane keep assist or reversing camera is listed.
The estate offers 505 litres of boot space with the rear seats in place, expanding to 1485 litres when they are folded.
Braked towing capacity is 800 kg and unbraked 450 kg. Payload is 440 kg.
No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension is listed for this engine and body.
The cabin feels practical and roomy for a small estate with supportive fabric seats that suit everyday trips. Height-adjustable driver seating appears on higher grades along with available air conditioning. Door bins and under-seat drawers add useful storage while the layout stays simple and easy to use.
Runs on unleaded petrol with combined consumption listed at 5.5 l/100 km for the 51 kW version.
Oil service every 15 000 km or 12 months on fixed interval. long-life option extends to 30 000 km or 24 months.
Euro NCAP adult occupant rating of four stars from the 2007 test covering this generation.
Standard safety includes ABS with brake assist, front and side airbags plus ISOFIX mounts.
The 1.2 HTP 12V petrol engine is designed for everyday economy. Official combined figures sit at 5.5 l/100 km with a 45-litre tank. Unleaded 95 is specified.
Servicing follows a fixed oil change every 15 000 km or once a year. Long-life oil allows flexible intervals up to 30 000 km or two years. Brake fluid is changed every two years.
Crash protection earned four stars for adult occupants in Euro NCAP testing. Front and side airbags are standard across the range in Europe while curtain airbags and ESP are available on higher grades. ISOFIX is fitted as standard.
Keeping the car is straightforward with widely available parts. Regular oil checks and chain inspection help longevity on this three-cylinder unit.
Length 4247 mm, Width 1642 mm, Height 1498 mm, Wheelbase 2465 mm (Fabia 2010–2014)
Sources: manufacturer data, Škoda Fabia owner's manual, Škoda UK price list and technical specification, edition UK 04/10, Škoda Fabia 2010 product catalogue.