Skoda is clearly shooting slightly more upmarket than before, with its all-new Fabia, which looks a heck of a lot like an Audi A1 Sportback, if not in terms of fine details, then in general proportions and side profile. It bears absolutely no resemblance to its predecessor.
The result is definitely pleasing, especially since there was a danger it was going to be confused with the similarly-sized (but slightly bigger) Rapid Spaceback.
No additional technical information or specs were released, and the text accompanying the batch of photos you see below was an interview with Jozef Kaban, the head designer at Skoda.
He answers a series of questions, but what it all boils down to is his intention to adapt the look of the VisionC concept to a smaller package while at the same time evoking more emotion.
He says the Fabia looks “more expensive, more dynamic and sportier,” which it does.
Kaban does want to assure future buyers that this move more towards style will not in any way compromise the car’s familiar practical character.
By Andrei Nedelea
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