The Skoda Fabia has become cheaper for 2025, thanks to the addition of a new base-spec variant.
When the current-generation Fabia arrived in Australia in 2022, it came only in flagship Monte Carlo guise. At nearly $40,000 drive-away it’s more expensive than the base Audi A1, while also being priced nearly identical to the closely related Volkswagen Polo GTI.
Its sales have reflected that too, with just 331 Fabias sold in 2024 compared to the Polo’s 2154. In early 2024 though, Skoda announced it would be bringing a cheaper Fabia Down Under – $8000 cheaper, to be exact.
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At the bottom of the range now sits the Fabia 85TSI Select. It’s fitted with a smaller engine, less gear, and more friendly styling, making it a much more logical alternative to many other hatches around the $30,000 mark.
The more premium Fabia 110TSI Monte Carlo is still available as always, with the same four-cylinder engine and more aggressive styling its headlining features.
Inside you get unique sporty seats, larger infotainment and instrument displays, and various other creature comforts like dual-zone climate control and aluminium trim pieces.
It also retains its sporty suspension setup and larger wheels, presenting it as something more special than the more accessible Select.
Pricing
The Fabia range in Australia has extended to two models, with the new base-spec Select better aligning it with cheaper hatchbacks like the Toyota Corolla, Volkswagen Polo, and Mazda 3.
| Model | Drive-away price |
|---|---|
| 2025 Skoda Fabia 85TSI Select | $31,990 |
| 2025 Skoda Fabia 110TSI Monte Carlo | $39,990 |
Drivetrains and Efficiency
Two turbocharged engines are available across the Fabia range: the lower-output 85TSI three-cylinder in the Select, and the beefier 110TSI four-cylinder in the Monte Carlo.
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Fabia 85TSI Select -
Fabia 110TSI Monte Carlo
| Specifications | Fabia 85TSI Select | Fabia 110TSI Monte Carlo |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.0L 3cyl turbo-petrol | 1.5L 4cyl turbo-petrol |
| Power | 85kW @ 5500rpm | 110kW @ 6000rpm |
| Torque | 200Nm @ 2000-3500rpm | 250Nm @ 1500-3500rpm |
| Transmission | 7-speed dual-clutch auto | 7-speed dual-clutch auto |
| Drive type | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Kerb weight | 1264kg | 1289kg |
| 0-100km/h (claimed) | 9.7 seconds | 8.0 seconds |
| Fuel economy (claimed) | 5.0L/100km | 5.3L/100km |
| Fuel tank capacity | 42L | 42L |
| Fuel requirement | 95 octane premium unleaded | 95 octane premium unleaded |
| CO2 emissions | 114g/km | 119g/km |
| Emissions standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6 |
| Braked tow capacity | 1100kg | 1200kg |
Dimensions
| Dimensions | Skoda Fabia |
|---|---|
| Length | 4108mm |
| Width | 1780mm |
| Height | 1459mm |
| Wheelbase | 2564mm |
| Cargo capacity | 380L (rear seats up) 1190L (rear seats folded) |
Servicing and Warranty
Skoda backs its Fabia range with a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, as well as 12 months of roadside assistance.
| Servicing and Warranty | Skoda Fabia |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 7 years, unlimited kilometres |
| Roadside assistance | 12 months |
| Service intervals | 12 months, 15,000km |
| Capped-price servicing | 7-year service pack |
| Total capped-price servicing cost | $3650 |
| Average annual servicing cost | $521 |
Servicing is required every 12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first. Buyers have the option of purchasing a seven-year service pack with their new Fabia purchase, priced at $3650.
Safety
The Skoda Fabia wears a five-star ANCAP safety rating based on testing conducted by Euro NCAP in 2021.
| Category | Skoda Fabia |
|---|---|
| Adult occupant protection | 85 per cent |
| Child occupant protection | 81 per cent |
| Vulnerable road user protection | 70 per cent |
| Safety assist | 71 per cent |
Standard safety features on the Fabia Select include:
- 6 airbags
- Autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian, cyclist detection
- Parking-speed AEB in drive and reverse
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Driver fatigue monitoring
- Lane-keep assist
- Lane departure warning
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Rear-view camera
- Front, rear parking sensors
Fabia Monte Carlo adds:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Tyre pressure monitoring
Standard Equipment
The two grades of Fabia differ substantially in standard equipment, which results in a more premium look for the Monte Carlo.
Fabia Select highlights:
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Space-saver spare wheel
- LED headlights
- LED fog lights and tail lights
- Automatic headlights
- Chrome exterior trim pieces
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
- Keyless entry and start
- Electrically adjustable, heated side mirrors
- Front seat lumbar adjustment
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Cloth upholstery
- 8.0-inch digital instrument cluster
- 8.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto
- 2 x USB-C ports
- Umbrella in driver’s door
Fabia Monte Carlo adds:
- 18-inch black alloy wheels
- Bi-LED headlights
- Sport suspension with drive mode selection
- Gloss black exterior trim pieces
- Rear privacy glass
- Electrically adjustable, heated, power-folding mirrors (auto-dimming driver)
- Sports front seats with integrated headrests
- Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
- Aluminium finish pedals, door sills
- Black headliner and pillar trim
- 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
- 9.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Satellite navigation
- Dual-zone climate control
Colours
Six colours are available for the base Fabia Select, and all but one are no-cost options.
Fabia Select colours:
- Moon White Metallic
- Brilliant Silver Metallic
- Graphite Grey Metallic
- Black Magic Pearlescent
- Race Blue Metallic
- Velvet Red Metallic ($500)
Six colours are also available for the Fabia Monte Carlo, though all are two-tone finishes with a Black Magic Pearlescent roof. Two command an extra cost of $500.
Fabia Monte Carlo colours:
- Moon White Metallic/Black roof
- Brilliant Silver Metallic/Black roof
- Graphite Grey Metallic/Black roof
- Race Blue Metallic/Black roof
- Velvet Red Metallic/Black roof ($500)
- Phoenix Orange Metallic/Black roof ($500)
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