25 Years of the Škoda Fabia: Sustained success over four generations

Mladá Boleslav– For the past 25 years, the Škoda Fabia has played an indispensable role in the history of the Škoda brand and the small car segment. The first generation made its debut on 14 September 1999 at the Frankfurt Motor Show, quickly winning over customers with its advanced technology. The subsequent three generations built on that foundation, with nearly five million units sold to date. The Fabia has also left a lasting mark on motorsport, entering the scene in 2003 with the Škoda Fabia WRC, a legacy that the current Fabia RS Rally2 continues with considerable success.

The Škoda Fabia was unveiled on 14 September 1999 as a five-door hatchback. Less than a year after its launch, an estate version followed, and in 2001, a saloon went into production.
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The most recent generation of the Škoda Fabia was introduced in the spring of 2021 as a five-door hatchback. Its design was the work of a team led by Škoda Auto’s Head of Design, Oliver Stefani. The vehicle is equipped with features often reserved for higher-class cars.
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Across all generations, the Škoda Fabia has made a remarkable impact on the rally world. The current fourth-generation Fabia serves as the basis for the Škoda Fabia RS Rally2, which continues its road to success with over 100 units sold.