Skoda Fabia 2018–2021 car dimensions: 4262 mm long, 1732 mm wide and 1467 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,106 kg. Braked towing is 1,100 kg.
SE and higher trims get a 6.5-inch touchscreen with SmartLink+ supporting Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Manual air conditioning is on SE, with climate control on SE L. Cruise control arrives on SE L and Colour Edition. Rear parking sensors are standard from SE, with front sensors on higher grades or as options. Front Assist with city emergency braking, Blind Spot Detect and a reversing camera are optional. The cabin feels practical with clear controls and decent space for a supermini estate.
The boot holds 530 litres with seats up and expands to 1395 litres seats down. It has a low loading sill and wide opening that makes it easy to load bulky items for daily use or longer trips.
Braked towing capacity reaches 1100 kg on higher-powered 1.0 TSI engines and 800-1000 kg on lesser ones, with unbraked figures around 550-580 kg. This suits light trailers for occasional use. Payload sits near 450-530 kg depending on engine and spec, enough for family gear or light work without feeling overloaded.
The cabin feels functional and stylish with generous leg-room and space for rear passengers. Height-adjustable front seats come on SE grades and above. Climate control air conditioning delivers year-round comfort with a humidity sensor. An optional panoramic glass roof adds a spacious feel. Soft suspension provides a comfortable ride.
Petrol engines return combined fuel economy of 57.7-61.4 mpg.
Service intervals range from 10,000-18,000 miles.
Five-star Euro NCAP rating with 81% adult and child occupant protection.
Six airbags standard including front, side and curtain.
Front Assist with City Emergency Brake standard.
ESC, ABS, tyre pressure monitoring and ISOFIX standard.
Fuel economy comes from efficient 1.0-litre petrol engines. Combined figures reach 61.4 mpg on the 95 PS TSI with CO2 as low as 105 g/km. Higher output versions stay close at around 60 mpg.
Servicing follows fixed or variable schedules. Fixed is every 12 months or 12,000 miles. Variable stretches to 18,000 miles or two years based on driving style. Oil changes and inspections keep costs manageable.
Safety starts with a five-star Euro NCAP score from the 2014 test that covers this generation. Six airbags protect all occupants as standard. Front Assist provides automatic emergency braking. Optional extras add blind spot detection, rear traffic alert and driver fatigue warning.
Keeping the car is straightforward with a three-year 60,000-mile warranty. Practical touches like the ice scraper in the fuel cap and umbrella under the passenger seat aid daily use. Regular checks on brakes and fluids maintain reliability.
Length 4262 mm, Width 1732 mm, Height 1467 mm, Wheelbase 2470 mm (Fabia 2018–2021)
Sources: manufacturer data, Skoda TD-FABIA-petrol_EN.pdf, UK Fabia brochure and press kit.