The third generation Skoda Fabia feels kind of outdated, having been in production since 2014. However, it might not have to endure that way for much longer as its successor is actually due next year.
Before wondering whether this is a report or a rumor, we will tell you that it is neither, as it has been revealed by the Czech automaker’s new CEO, Thomas Schafer, in an interview posted on the company’s press website.
The Skoda head honcho, who replaced Bernhard Maier last month, said they are “concentrating on Korean, Japanese and French manufacturers”, as “they are our core competition”. He also added that “I am looking forward to the market launch of our new Fabia next year. It will be a great car and my expectations are high.”
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Unfortunately, Schafer didn’t go into specifics, but we already know what to expect from the new-gen supermini, which will be underpinned by the Volkswagen Group’s MQB A0 platform. Shared with the latest VW Polo, Seat Ibiza and Audi A1, it supports various powertrains, mated to five- and six-speed manual and six- and seven-speed automatic transmissions.
The 2022 Fabia is should launch with the usual small petrol units, although it remains to be seen whether Skoda will offer the 1.6-liter diesel in certain European countries. Nonetheless, we wouldn’t hold our breath for it, considering that oil burners are not popular anymore, especially in subcompact models.
In terms of styling, it should go down the evolutionary route, featuring cues from the bigger Scala and Octavia, alongside a redesigned interior jammed with new safety and connectivity tech.
Note: Current Skoda Fabia pictured
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