Skoda announces hot Fabia vRS

17th May 2010

Say hello to the hottest Fabia ever! Skoda has just released the first pictures and details of the Fabia vRS, which comes in both hatchback and estate guises.

Under the bonnet is the same 1.4-litre TSI 180bhp engine that powers the SEAT Ibiza Cupra and upcoming Polo GTI. A 0-62mph time of 7.3 seconds and top speed of 139mph make this car the fastest production Fabia ever.

The vRS also shares a seven-speed DSG gearbox and virtual limited slip-diff (XDS) system with its Volkswagen group stablemates.
 
The sporty Skoda is differentiated from the standard Fabia by 17-inch alloy wheels, LED daytime running lights and a vRS body kit. A new paint, known as Rallye Green, is inspired by the Fabia S2000 rally car.

The upgrades continue inside with supportive vRS branded sports seats, a multi-function steering wheel and an iPod connection.

Previous incarnations of the vRS have been praised for their cheap running costs and this model is no different. Combined fuel economy of 45.6mpg and CO2 emissions of 148g/km mean trips to the pump won’t be too frequent and road tax will cost £125 a year.

Prices for the hatchback start at £15,700 and £16,495 for the estate. Both models go on sale in the UK from 29th July.

Keep an eye on autoexpress.co.uk for the first review of the Fabia vRS estate later today.

See pictures of Skoda's hardcore RS+ concept models here