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Skoda Fabia cars came about as an answer to the search for a versatile city car that boasts all the benefits of a small car, without compromising on space or design. Originally launched in 2000, a secondhand Skoda Fabia will comfortably fit five people with room for their luggage in the boot. Available as a hatchback, saloon or estate, the model's chassis originated with the Seat Ibiza and the VW Polo, and the original model came with engine options of 1.2 litre, 1.4 litre and 2 litre, an unusual option for a car of this size. The model was also available with a 1.9 litre diesel from launch, with a choice between 64bhp or 100bhp.
Models since the launch have been equally as exciting. In 2003, the vRS came onto the market, a 130bhp version of the 1.9 litre, which is much quicker than it looks and adds a whole new dimension to the practicality of the car. At the same time a diesel 1.4 litre with 75bhp was brought out, a popular little car and economically pleasing. The look of the used Skoda Fabia was updated in 2004 and comes with an improved dashboard and smoother exterior lights.
Whilst a nearly new Skoda Fabia will not be the cheapest option on the market in terms of used cars, they do hold their value well. Their practicality can be shown by the design of the hatchback model, which is slight enough to look and feel good to drive, without taking away from the surprisingly roomy interior. In terms of reliability, the Skoda Fabia has achieved great press, partly from the excellent three year 60,000 mile warranty which each new car is issued with which can be transferred to subsequent owners, provided the car has had the required servicing.