Skoda Fabia Monte Carlo Tech announced

This is the Skoda Fabia Monte Carlo Tech, a limited edition version of the Fabia Monte Carlo that adds sat-nav and Bluetooth – normally an £875 option – for no extra cost.

Limited to 1,000 cars in the UK, and on-sale now, there are two engine choices available, with 500 each of the 104bhp 1.2-litre TSI petrol model and 104bhp 1.6-litre TDI diesel being offered.

Prices for the Fabia Monte Carlo Tech start at £11,990 for the petrol model, and £12,960 for the diesel. Each car is available in a choice of two colour combinations – red with a contrasting black roof, or white with a black roof – and both come with five-speed manual gearboxes.

All Monte Carlo Tech models include piano black body trim on the exterior, black covers on the door mirrors, a black radiator grille, smoked headlights and 17-inch black alloys.

Inside, in addition to the Amundsen satellite navigation system, there are black sports seats, which feature bigger side bolsters, a black roof lining a leather-wrapped steering wheel with red stitching, and a leather-covered handbrake and gearstick gaiter. Silver door sill guards and metal pedals complete the look.

The original Skoda Fabia Monte Carlo was launched in January 2011 to celebrate 100 years of the Monte Carlo rally. The anniversary also tied in with Skoda’s 110th anniversary of competing in motor sport.

Skoda UK claims that the Fabia Monte Carlo model has been a success for the firm, with more than 4,000 sold since the car went on sale.