Skoda Fabia Estate 2001-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good, but A/C was extra, plus no CD player standard at the time.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    None so far, but mats were not included.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    The best super-mini to drive bar none. My girlfriend has a Pug 206 which is awful by comparison.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nippy, but not quick like a Fiesta 1.4 16v.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    A few problems. Rattles which took ages to get fixed and heater motor gets stuck on hot. Windscreen cracks easily on impact with stones.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I liked it but my cool friends went French... why?

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Superb driving position and plenty of leg room in back.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good, but no alarm.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    I think the Skoda service departments are crap. I had a few problems with rattles and electrics, and the dealerships were crap at sorting them out. 2nd Rate!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Rattles from above the ceiling, heater jammed on hot, petrol cap broke.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes