Skoda Fabia Scout

The Skoda Fabia Scout is a crossover version of the Skoda’s popular premium hatchback Fabia. The Fabia Scout is expected to be launched in the Indian market by the last quarter of this year as company is aggressively planning to enhance its India portfolio with a series of new car launches. However, as per some unconfirmed reports, the car will be showcased at the Auto Expo 2012 in National Capital.

The Fabia Scout was recently spotted testing on the Pune roads. Carrying a look of mini crossover, the Fabia Scout is expected to be launched with a bigger engine and refined performance as compared to its hatchback counterpart. Taking a look at its spy pictures, the Fabia Scout is a powerful looking vehicle.

The new Fabia Scout will be targeted on the SUV lovers in the Indian market. Carrying a more powerful engine and a host of new features, the new Fabia Scout is expected to be priced considerably higher as compared to its hatchback counterpart. As per the market speculations, the Fabia Scout will be launched in both petrol and diesel versions, powered by a 1.6L engine each. The new Fabia Scout is expected to be launched in the price segment of Sub Rs 9 lakh where it will be competing with the likes of Toyota Innova, Tata Aria and Mahindra Xylo.

Engine & Specifications of the Skoda Fabia Scout

As mentioned above, the car is expected to be launched in both petrol and diesel engine options in the Indian market. While the Petrol version is expected to be powered by a 1.6L (105 bhp) and 1.2L petrol engine, the diesel version is expected to be powered by 1.6L engine. The new Fabia Scout is also expected to be launched in 4X2 (two wheel drive) version, with choice of both automatic and manual transmissions.

Performance of the Skoda Fabia Scout

Price Range 9 lacs
The Fabia Scout is a crossover which will be carrying a range of performance boosting features to keep it performing no matter what the road conditions are. The performance of the vehicle will be considerably better as compared to its hatchback version. The Fabia Scout is currently in the testing stage where it is being rigorously tested for the Indian road and traffic conditions. Being a crossover, the Fabia scout carries with it a promise of performing equally better on cities, highways and off-road journeys.

Exterior, Interior & Safety Features of the Skoda Fabia Scout

The Fabia Scout is a mini crossover version of Fabia hatchback. Though the vehicle is yet to be launched in the Indian market, a few things about its exterior can be said with surety, thanks to spy pictures posted on a number of auto blogs. As per these pictures, the new Fabia Scout features Black and silver roof rails, wider tyres, and larger cabin space. However, the real scenario will be cleared once the Fabia Scout gets launched and company discloses features list in the country. The car will be blessed with a range of new age safety and comfort features including ABS, multiple airbags etc.

New Audi A5 2011

The new Audi A5 2011 is expected to mark its debut in the Indian market by the second quarter of next year. It will be the first ever full-size coupe of Audi which will be basically a four-seater and will come blessed with state-of-art designing, styling and technological features. The new Audi A5 would be offered in two versions including an S-line sports package carrying 19-inch alloy wheels with 20-spokes and optional 20-inch 7-twin-spoke wheels. The all new Audi A5 2011 will be locking horns with the likes of BMW 3-series and Nissan 370Z. The car will be brought to the Indian market as a completely built unit (CBU) and is expected to be shelved in the price segment of Rs 35 to 45 lakh.

The Audi A5 is designed to redefine the aura of the Audi cars. The makers of Audi A5 were aware of the sentiments attached with the Audi cars while designing the car and thus Audi A5 sticks to some of the vintage features that are a signature of Audi cars. Still, it differs also as it promises to synchronize the intricacies of the modern as well as the vintage style patterns. On the first look the Audi A5 appears to be extremely sporty. From the flat roof to the well defined roofline and expanded bumpers, the Audi A5 is every inch a show stealer.
Price Range 39 Lakhs