"Skoda" is a rather popular brand in Russia.One of the most famous models is Fabia. This car has well proven itself in the domestic market. But for some reason, many compare it to a small subcompact hatchback, where it is impossible to put anything in the trunk. This is partly true. But the Czechs found a solution and released a version of the "Combi". This is the same "Fabia", but the station wagon, which has a huge trunk. What is Skoda Fabia Combi? Reviews, problems and features of the model - later in this article.
Externally, the machine is practically no different fromhatchback. So, the front has a proprietary black grille and modern LED optics. Below there are cutouts for the fog. On the roof there are rails.
What they say about the universal "Skoda Fabia Kombi"reviews? The owners note that the machine is well protected from corrosion. However, the paint on the body is rather thin. At the slightest contact with any object a deep scratch is formed, which is no longer polished.
Inside the car looks modest, but modern.The handlebars are three-spoke, with a comfortable grip and a beautiful aluminum insert. The instrument panel is informative, with the onboard computer centered. On the console is a modern multimedia display with support for "Bluetooth". As the reviews say, Skoda Fabia Combi has high-quality finishing materials. Sound insulation is also at a high level. Seats are moderately rigid, with a wide range of adjustments. There is no claim to ergonomics. All controls are at a convenient distance from the hand.
But not everything is so smooth, the reviews say.There are drawbacks in this machine. The first minus touches the helm. After two years he wears off and loses an attractive appearance. There are also problems with the heating system. The engine of the stove starts to hum already with the first speed. This is due to bearings that quickly fail. Some solve the problem by removing and lubricating the bearings. However, experience shows that this is only a temporary solution to the problem.
В дорогих комплектациях универсал Skoda Fabia Combi is equipped with a climate control system "Climatronic". It eventually becomes worthless. The dampers are turning sour, and the air flows are poorly redistributed. A new block of climate control is quite expensive - about 22 thousand rubles. Also over time, electric windows are not working. When buying a car with a hand you need to check it in advance.
In a five-seater version, the boot of the Skoda FabiaCombi can accommodate up to 530 liters of load. But that is not all. Folding the back of the seats, you can expand this volume to almost 1400 liters. Also in the trunk is a niche for tools and an automatically foldable curtain.
As for the shortcomings, the owners' reviews complain about the insecurity of the fifth door lock. He can eventually wipe. Also on the trunk lid an additional brake light bursts.
The car is equipped with different engines. The weakest are three-cylinder atmospheric engines with a volume of 1.2 liters. They develop power from 90 to 110 horsepower.
These units do not have high power,but definitely will be pleased with their reliability - they say feedback. Among the pitfalls, owners note except that the ignition coil malfunction. Usually it becomes unusable on the second cylinder. As for the additional maintenance, every 50 thousand kilometers you need to do the throttle cleaning. Timing gear on three-cylinder engines - chain. The chain, according to the drivers, stretches about 150 thousand kilometers. The resource of the unit is 250 thousand kilometers provided that the oil is replaced on a timely basis (every 10,000 kilometers of run).
The most popular engine in Russia -four-cylinder petrol engine with a volume of 1.4 liters. He has no pitfalls. Timing belt drive. Replacement of the belt is necessary every 80 thousand kilometers. The engine does not like bad fuel. Because of it, nozzles and catalytic converter quickly fail.
On versions after 2010 there is a motor of series CFNAon 1.6 liters, which was also installed on the Volkswagen Polo. Among the pitfalls it is worth noting the beating of the piston against the wall of the cylinder. Note that this malfunction is only on engines under 2013. After the "Fabia" was put a motor with a modified piston.
On the old Skoda Fabia Combi 1.4, one can find the classic Aisin hydrotransformer for four gears. With him the car spent a lot of fuel, but the box did not cause problems. S koda Fabia Combi 2017 is equipped with a six-speed automatic. With it, the machine spends less, but the transmission itself makes itself felt. So, the double bearing of the primary shaft periodically breaks down.
Separately it is necessary to talk about DSG on sevensteps. With her Skoda Fabia Combi is even less reliable. So, the main problem, judging by the feedback, was the mechatronic control unit and the clutch unit. The disk quickly becomes unusable, and the cost of replacement can be up to 30 thousand rubles. But as the manufacturer claims, these problems were eliminated after 2014. A guarantee for the robotic DSG transmission is 5 years.
Front mounted independent suspension"McPherson." Great comfort it does not differ, but well holds a blow on the large pits. After 50 thousand kilometers, the rear silent blocks of the front levers and the bushings of the anti-roll bar fail. After 100 thousand replacements require a stabilizer bar. On 150 thousand may be inoperative steering tips and bearing bearings. The latter cause a malfunction when turning the steering wheel. After 100 thousand you need to follow the CV joints. Because of the ruptured anther, they can quickly become worthless.
Behind is a dependent beam.She bothers with a slight knock, which emits plastic shock absorber shrouds. In general, the rear suspension is reliable and does not cause such problems as the front. However, there is no need to talk about any comfort.
By the way, the hub bearings on the Skoda Fabia Combi are changing in assembly with the hubs, which affects the cost of maintenance.
Reviews say that the steering is on thisthe car is reliable. Among the pitfalls, it can be noted except that the stuffing box reiki. They can crack in the cold. If you do not replace the oil seals in time, dirt will get into the rail.
The brake system does not cause trouble.Brake discs take care of more than 150 thousand kilometers, and the rear drums are completely eternal. The machine responds well to the pedal. However, it is still worth forgetting about aggressive driving.
So, we found out what Skoda isFabia Combi. If you need a compact wagon at a low price, this car is fine. But when buying do not forget about the shortcomings that we have listed above. In general, these disadvantages are minor, and you can close your eyes.
