Skoda Fabia Scout – UK Launch

The new Skoda Fabia Scout has launched in the UK

We were a little underwhelmed when the Skoda Fabia Scout was revealed, and we really haven’t changed our minds. We can’t argue that Skodas don’t offer great value for money -  and they are very well bolted together – but the Skoda Fabia Scout seems to lack the substance to substantiate its promise.

Based on the Skoda Fabia this is a ‘butched-up’ version featuring a raised ride height, added chunky bits of plastic and looks like it will be a great little crossover estate. But it isn’t. It’s all looks and no substance because it doesn’t add four wheel drive to the package. It’s a ‘go faster rally-stripe’ car that looks purposeful but doesn’t deliver.

But it might appeal for those who want an urban run-around that looks tough. Something for taking kids on the school run or coping with the car park rough and tumble.

The Fabia Scout offers a choice of three engines – a 1.4 TDi with 80bhp, a 1.9 TDi with 105bhp and a 1.4 petrol with 85bhp. You get a reasonable number of bits in the standard kit including 16″ alloys, cruise control, electric windows and traction control. Options include a variable boot floor and bigger alloys.

We’re sure there will be a market for the Skoda Fabia Scout, but if it were our money we’d opt for the Skoda Yeti. That can actually walk the walk.

CO2 (g/km)

VED Band

Recommended OTR

5spd manual

121

G

£13,330

5spd manual

109

C

£14,710

5spd manual

109

D

£14,930

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