Skoda Fabia

More safety kit is introduced and diesels are axed as part of a facelift for Skodas small hatch On sale Now Price from 12,840.

- Doug Revolta

IF YOU AREN’T feeling adventurous and want to play it safe at an Indian restaurant, chances are you’ll order a chicken korma. Well, Skoda has gone full korma in its approach to facelifting its third-generation Fabia. In fact, it has not only ordered a korma but also emphasised to the waiter that it really doesn’t like spicy food.

Yes, you would have to be a dedicated, anorak-wearing Skoda aficionado to notice the difference in the front end design of this updated small car. But looking at the line-up on paper, there are some more notable changes.

All models come with LED daytime running lights as standard, while full LED headlights are a new (and pricey) £960 option, along with automatic high beams at a more palatable £90.