Skoda plans to reintroduce the Fabia vRS hot hatch in 2010 – and this prototype appears to be the warmed-over mini out on test. We’re expecting the go-faster Fabia next year, possibly at the Geneva motor show in March 2010.
Close analysis of these spy photos reveals a new front spoiler lurking under the disguise; the aero aids are noticeably honed and the air intakes much bigger. All the better for ramming air into the turbocharged engine.
Skoda Fabia vRS (2010): the engine bay
Will the new Fabia vRS sport a turbodiesel like the last one? We’re not clear yet. But sticking a derv in a hot hatch’s engine bay does limit its appeal to many enthusiasts.
We’d expect the new vRS to offer a petrol option this time. The VW Group has a variety of downsized unleaded munchers – CAR understands the warmed-up Ibiza Cupra and Polo GTI will be powered by a twincharged 1.4-litre with around 170bhp.
Latest News: In the month of October 2010, Fifth Gear presenter Jonny Smith used the Skoda Fabia vRS to break seven national records for time taken to cover 5km, five miles, 10km, ten miles, 50km, 50 miles and 100km in its class. Yet another good reason to prove its worth… Also Skoda Auto has revealed that its dynamic growth curve continues with the brand selling 75,790 vehicles in September 2010 alone (UK) – in effect, the best-ever single month sales result for the company.
