Å kodaAuto ANNUAL REPORT 2006 - Skoda Auto
Å kodaAuto ANNUAL REPORT 2006 - Skoda Auto
Å kodaAuto ANNUAL REPORT 2006 - Skoda Auto
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The New Škoda Fabia Successor<br />
The new Škoda Fabia will be presented<br />
the first time at the Geneva Motorshow in<br />
March 2007. It will be the successor to the<br />
current model, which has recorded more<br />
than 1.5 million sales worldwide. With<br />
its fresh and sporty styling, the new<br />
Škoda Fabia will be more attractive for<br />
young families. Its practicality and<br />
affordability will guarantee a strong<br />
position in its segment.<br />
In addition to current safety regulations,<br />
the new Škoda Fabia, like the Škoda<br />
Roomster, meets pedestrian protection<br />
requirements that will come into effect in<br />
2010. The modern electronic architecture<br />
and the modern engine program are not<br />
only the foundation to fulfil current<br />
emission standards but are also designed<br />
to meet stricter future regulations.<br />
Cornering lights, curve lights, new radios<br />
and navigation systems, intelligent storage<br />
concepts, improved seat positioning as<br />
well as generous interior roominess, are<br />
only some of the advantages of this new<br />
Fabia. With its optimised driving<br />
behaviour and safety standards, the Škoda<br />
Fabia is set to achieve top results in<br />
European crash test like Euro-NCAP.<br />
The Škoda Octavia Success Story<br />
The Škoda Octavia model line was given<br />
new engines and equipment in <strong>2006</strong>. All<br />
diesel engines are now available with<br />
particle filter, either as an option or as<br />
standard. Since August <strong>2006</strong>, the<br />
2.0L 125 kW (170 hp) diesel engine with<br />
particle filter has been offered in the<br />
Škoda Octavia RS, complementing the<br />
2.0L 147 kW (200 hp) petrol engine.<br />
In this sporty car, this power train will<br />
convince with the high torque of 350 Nm<br />
and fuel consumption of only 5.8L/100 km.<br />
For the more refined, demanding<br />
customer, Škoda now offers a special<br />
model, the Laurin & Klement, which is<br />
equipped with a high-level interior<br />
including leather seats, white-illuminated<br />
instruments and interior lighting as well as<br />
chrome and wood elements that give the<br />
car a feeling of luxury.<br />
From the beginning of 2007, the Škoda<br />
Octavia 4x4 has been extended with<br />
a special Combi derivative, the Škoda<br />
Octavia Scout. The Škoda Octavia Scout<br />
was presented the first time at the <strong>2006</strong><br />
<strong>Auto</strong> Salon Paris. This car has a ground<br />
clearance of 180 mm, 40 mm higher than<br />
in the standard version. The well-proven<br />
automatic Haldex®-four wheel drive<br />
system, the robust bumpers and the<br />
add-on parts in plastomer (plastic)<br />
materials distinguish this off road concept.<br />
With the strong 2.0L 110 kW (150 hp)<br />
FSI petrol engine and the 2.0L 103 kW<br />
(140 hp) diesel engine, the Škoda Octavia<br />
Scout will provide good performance in<br />
light off-road conditions.<br />
Škoda’s Upper Class – the Škoda Superb<br />
In model year 2007, the Škoda Superb<br />
received a styling facelift. New headlamps,<br />
modern tail lamps, the sculptured front<br />
grill and side mirrors with integrated<br />
indicators give the car a modern,<br />
attractive and high-level appearance.<br />
New modern textiles, fine decorative<br />
wood elements and white-illuminated<br />
instruments give a pleasant atmosphere in<br />
the interior. With the new engine<br />
program, future emission regulations are<br />
met. With its outstanding rear seat<br />
roominess, the Škoda Superb is an<br />
excellent chauffeured limousine. The<br />
dynamic six-cylinder engine is also very<br />
enjoyable for owners without chauffeurs!<br />
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