Skoda has been in the Indian market for quite a while now. The Fabia hatchback though being a good car was often neglected by the local population due to its higher cost of ownership in the hatchback segment and lower efficiency figures. The Czech car-maker Skoda is expected to introduce the new generation 2015 Fabia hatchback by the end of this year in global markets. For the Indian market, it is expected to make its debut sometime by the second half of 2015. The production for the hatchback had been stopped a while ago, but the hatchback is still on sale to exhaust the existing lot.
The 2015 Skoda Fabia is expected to be powered by a new 1.0-litre 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine and the 1.4-litre 3-cylinder TDI turbo diesel engine. The upcoming hatchback is likely to be longer and wider than the current generation model, which in return offers roomy interiors and extra luggage space. Sudhir Rao, Managing Director, Skoda Auto India, said to DNA, “Fabia initially started in a nice way with slight premium pricing. Without talking about the future products, I would like to say that it is important for us to be in that segment, but it is also important for us to do it in a right manner and ensure that we identify a sub segment in that category that is looking for a little more premium. Yes, we are looking at a Fabia replacement but will stick to Skoda's image.”
The new generation Fabia will feature Skoda’s new design language. It is expected to get a wide front grille which is complemented by larger angular shaped headlamps, and LED tail lamps at the rear. If media reports to believe, the company will retain the same broad styling till C-pillar; however, the vehicle will get a completely redesigned rear. Rao further added, “We don't talk about our financials but what I can say is that on an operational basis, we have improved our financials. We are building our strategy on sustainable future and we are on track. We have earned some credibility with the headquarters.”
