It's all grown up! 2024 Fabia Monte Carlo Review | UK 4K

[@Richard_____]

I've had my 2024 Fabia Monte Carlo for a year now and it's a great car. Does everything it's competitors do, for a fraction of the cost. Love it! Great review :)

[@CharlieGB03]

It’s only August, how have you had it for a year?

[@AutoSocialUK]

Likely collected in September? That’s basically a year! It’s a great car! I’m really glad you’re enjoying it ☺️

[@Richard_____]

Correct, I picked it up in September last year.

[@Undersnow243]

How about noise inside it does it remain the same as brand new ? Im getting mine in selection 150hp in december cant wait😭

[@Gkayy]

How would you say it competes against the new seat Ibiza anniversary edition?

[@robintaylor1296]

Bought my Fabia SEL last october and picked it up on March the 1st. First time i have ever bought a new car. Phoenix orange with the winter pack and copper interior. I absolutely love it. The dsg gearbox is lovely, and it's so smooth on the roads. Actually enjoy driving again.

[@BrunoMarinMusic]

I have 2015 fabia and been planning to get a new one with DSG. Im just used to manuals but everyone keeps praising how amazing DSG is. Plus I have 75hp mpi, this one is 110hp tsi. Thats a huge change

[@version736ha2]

Sounds like a great colour

[@Undersnow243]

@@BrunoMarinMusicIve always driven manual my entire life and I tried the 116hp dsg7, man even tho i took the 150hp variznt, the DSG is incredible i almost thought i was driving in electric at some moments to be honest! Take the step its worth it every penny, but use it gently dont slam your pedal too often dsg gearbox especially this DQ200 are fragile and not meant for long run agressive driving

[@edmundhayes1840]

That cup holder is great. 60% of the time, it works every time

[@AutoSocialUK]

Why would you need a cupholder to work more than that, eh? 😅

[@lochansivanandancars892]

@@AutoSocialUK Love your sense of humour Tish 🤣

[@conogrady9254]

Looking Fabialuss!❤

[@chryschrysostomou5392]

Loved the car and the Monte Carlo trim level, but, I might be a bit old fashioned in preferring chrome trim around the grille and window surrounds, rather than black. My first car, the first Fiesta model, had black window surrounds and bumpers for the basic model. The next trim level up was the L with chrome! Love the review Tish!

[@ronaldwhite706]

Good news! The base model SE Comfort now has a digital dash,center arm rest and Bigger infotainment system! Just bought one new for 17k ( I love it )

[@joejones965]

Just wanted to say they’ve made some changes for 2024, so the screen you showed when talking about the SE comfort was the old 6.5 inch display. Now all come with a minimum 8.5 inch display which is an update on the 8 inch you used to get in colour edition. The SE comfort now comes with a 8 inch digital drivers display as well so it’s really good value since those changes.

[@joejones965]

They’ve also updated the 110hp engine so it now has 116hp. (I’ve been doing a lot of research because this is probably going to be my next car 😭)

[@wolfypics7339]

Great review thanks! Made me laugh when you said a little bit plasticy but it's ok for a car of this pricepoint. Specced up these can run to 30k ish..quite ridiculous for a little hatch! I know things have moved on but I remember getting a top of the range 2.8 VR6 highline golf with leather and roof for just £18600 and before that a top of the range Astra GSi for £12600!

[@Brian-om2hh]

The difference is that Skoda's plastic is thick, hard and made to last.......

[@simonmellor4028]

Yes, and a nice house for 125k. I had a VR6 in 1997, when a pint of beer was 2 quid, and a tank of fuel was 35 quid. Times change, and everything increases in price.

[@wolfypics7339]

@@simonmellor4028 Nope not everything increases in prices you are wrong.. al lot electrical goods are cheaper..washing machines, TVs, microwaves ( I can list 100s!) cameras,printeres/printing, virtually anything computer related, international phone calls, paying money around the world, lighting, solar panels, I can go on and on on on for 1000s of items that are cheaper now than 30 years ago.. so don't say things like 'everything' increases in price when clearly it doesnt!

[@Andy_ATB]

I have a soft spot for the Fabia; I had the MkI vRS SE in Race Blue; a great little car. Quick enough, but frugal with loads of torque. I think Skoda have made an error in not having a vRS version......

[@rasherbasher8203]

Totally agree.. Unfortunately I find this a car for pensioners now.

[@danielkendall4882]

Im getting one next September in replacement of my 2016 1.2 fabia monte carlo i have drove one and the engine is very good and love the interior and the looks of it

[@2011robertw]

It's a fantastic car, and the same size as the Golf was 20 years ago. I have had my SEL DSG since the beginning of the year and love it. Like the 80s decor inside.

[@Brian-om2hh]

Now the Ford Fiesta is no more, the Skoda Fabia is one of the most rounded and capable small cars around. Such is the quietness and smoothness on the motorway, it feels like a larger car...... the 110 bhp engine is plenty for most people.

[@gillywash1487]

Lovely little drive out in the Suffolk countryside, I recognised a few of those spots where I’m usually wafting around in my Octavia vRS

[@lochansivanandancars892]

Great review Tish, I love the Skoda Fabia as it offers a big boot and a modest exterior design. The interior design looks a bit old-fashioned to me, especially the infotainment system. I hope the Fabia will be awarded the title of 'Hatchback of the Year'. Also the Fabia sounds like the perfect 1st car. Thanks again for the excellent review (i am currently working on my review 😀)

[@robertowen8440]

I've had 3 Fabias, and all have been fantastic. Brilliant review 😀

[@anthonystevens8683]

I had one of the previous generation Fabias in SEL trim some time ago. It was a great car and never let me down over the 4+ years of ownership. My car was a 1.2 4 pot turbo and it was fine once spun up. I like the current version but I have not driven one. I only sold mine due to a back injury over 5 years ago but the current model would be on my test drive list probably with the 1.5 engine in this spec, I've been spoilt by the auto in my current car. A great overview Tish as always and thanks for sharing.

[@sunnygill2671]

Nice review tish looking fit Think the skoda looks nice to be honest just reminds me of the new 1 series abit with the big front grill tho still look cool x

[@rasherbasher8203]

😢shove the 2.0 litre turbo in the engine bay and give us vrs..

[@gillywash1487]

They would probably go for a much smaller engine unfortunately as they are now putting 1.4 TSI hybrid in an Octavia vRS, I could see a vRS Fabia getting a lower power version of that or even a 1.0TSI 💀

[@rasherbasher8203]

@gillywash1487 Polo gti is a 2litre, as is/was audi a1 competition. So a limited run of a vrs 2.0 litre would be 👍 plus the fabia looks better than a polo.

[@itsthedaveee]

Good little motor. We need more small cars, don't take them away from us 😂 looking lovely Tish 🫶

[@sharonec5419]

A bit like a Hyundai i20 in not a small car either or a Clio or 208. Cars have gotten bigger, unfortunately, as that's what people want.

[@itsthedaveee]

@sharonec5419 true but this is a nice size for cars I think. Big enough to be practical but small enough not to engulf the whole road 😀

[@erkinalp]

@@sharonec5419 it's also what car manufacturers want, because it means fewer chassis variants

[@adn_guizar]

Great review of that little pocket rocket.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thanks 👍

[@adn_guizar]

@@AutoSocialUK Yo sweetie 👍

[@royyoung3104]

Sorry...what car were you testing...got a bit distracted ..🤔😉

[@barriepountney3598]

looks a excellent car very good value 😊

[@AutoSocialUK]

I think so too!

[@MLife1972]

Thanks for another super review. I'm glad you mentioned that you can fit three people in the back. It's so weird to have reviewers review much larger cars like a Rav 4 and call it 'strictly a 2 seater in the back' - are they transporting basketball teams?! In Australia, the only downside is the price with the Fabia Monte Carlo only a couple of clicks below the Polo GTI or Kamiq Monte Carlo but it is a lovely car.

[@AutoSocialUK]

I remember being younger and sitting in the back on my dad’s Audi A4 convertible 2 seater with my sister and brother 😂 I don’t know how often people NEED to cart around 3 adults in the back? 😅

[@P.J.B.769]

The Fabia is starting to look like a Polo. Maybe thats intentional. I always liked the square tail lights of the outgoing model as i thought it made it chunky and sporty looking. That shade of blue looks fab on it. ( no pun intended) lol

[@AutoSocialUK]

I’m completely with you. In the same way that I now think the Golf just looks like a Polo. They’re all so similar. It’s great isn’t it and when I checked… the FREE colour

[@Matty12333]

What's the fabia like on fuel?

[@TheTwilight4evr]

Fuel economy is fantastic. The Mk 4 Comfort 95 bhp 3 cylinder, this shape. Max 61 mpg on motorways and usually 54 mpg on shorter journeys - if you drive it carefully, of course. Similar to the Mk 3 Fabia. Although, I miss the big cat engine growl of the old model. Also, the newer shape has a timing chain as opposed to s timing belt with the Mk 3 Tsi engine. As a package it has to be unbeatable in its class.

[@sharonec5419]

A bit of a clash in the sound there Tish at 12mins 10 seconds in. That's a lovely blue and I must it does look like a great car. Also the Renault Clio has a full proper sized clovebox.

[@AutoSocialUK]

Oh really?? Is it as a truck or something goes past? Thanks for letting me know. I’m not a massive fan of editing and have usually not got the strength to watch it all the way through 😂

[@sharonec5419]

Hello Tish. No its yourself. You are talking about the interior and then your outside talking about how it's hard to find fault with the Skods Fabia. You clashed with your talking on the video.

[@noelcahill6707]

I know 2 people who have had problems here in ireland the DSG has when going is great when giving problems its bad

[@tancreddehauteville764]

Why no hybrid option?

[@danjf]

Bought a new 2019 Fabia Colour edition (the previous gen) with a great 1.2ltr triple engine... At the time paid £10500... Brand new! The previous gen is not so different than the latest... Mostly internal improvements. Look at Skoda prices now... The Comfort entry level is £18k... Wow! Good cars but Skoda are pricing themselves out of the entry level market. Plus I reckon a complete revamp of the model must be just around the corner. At these prices, I personally would wait.

[@goldieandblackie]

No one cares what you reckon,the world has moved on.😂

[@danjf]

@@goldieandblackie the same could be said for your insightful contributions

[@goldieandblackie]

@@danjf Boohoo go cry to Mommy.

[@johnlaine2654]

In Australia the Fabia is quite a bit more expensive than the VW Polo.

[@Parm3n1on]

Yet another great review, good to see you reviewing newer versions. Can't wait to see you Top Gear smoker lights and affects as you grow bigger

[@AutoSocialUK]

Thank you! I kind of love doing these reviews. Not sure how much growth will change the channel over time… wouldn’t say no to the odd Porsche for two 😂

[@chris-townson]

The Fabia is the only new supermini I'd consider. I think it looks great, though I prefer the SEL. Bits of coloured plastic and fake carbon look naff to me, in any car.

[@speakatron5634]

Latest Hyundai i20 is a very good car all around, but I agree, it's hard to beat the Fabia!

[@michaellarmouth4765]

Looks great we’re currently looking at getting one

[@AutoSocialUK]

Good choice!

[@anthonybrown4874]

Decent motors and with this engine nips along nicely just for me i dont fancy a DSG and i really think the deletion of sn estate option is a mistake but for the money cars like the i20N nearly new are around.

[@GhostlyVT]

we need a smallest car review

[@AutoSocialUK]

Well… you could be in luck! I have something filmed

[@Alwayssmellgood24]

Hi. I really enjoyed this review 🙂. I'm considering the 1.5 Monte Carlo for my next car (replacing my excellent Clio MK5 RS Line). I was just wondering if the 1.5 comes with a manual gearbox too? 🤔. I don't want any part of automatic or semi automatic 😆.

[@51madmitch]

Good to see a Hatchback car and not a jelly mould suv or cross over, whatever that is such silly nonsense these days, sounds very quiet as well, thanks.

[@Alex-pulsar]

Interesting review, but I disagree with some aspects. In the maximum configuration (in standard configurator!) with 18 inch wheels and sports rubber, 150 hp engine, with sports suspension this car will be quite sporty and sharp, the maximum speed of 240 km per hour was quietly achieved on the autobahn. As for the double floor in the boot, a center armrest and rear charging - this options could be added in the configurator for relatively small price (even in "old" 2022-23 year models). The maximum price of the maximum configuration will reach about 35k today and it will be much cheaper than a similar configuration for the VW Golf. Verdict - a perfectly balanced model for reasonable money.

[@pigletsdaddy3052]

Nice video

[@noelcahill6707]

Iv a mate with a 2 year old polo DSG gear box his on his 3rd gear box from what i here the DSG does give trouble

[@AutoSocialUK]

@@noelcahill6707 that’s interesting, sounds like that needs further investigation as to what is happening. Even when I worked at Volkswagen I never heard of anyone having DSG issues. (Not saying it doesn’t happen)

[@Brian-om2hh]

No issues in 4 years with my Golf DSG box. Just get them serviced when they are due...

[@noelcahill6707]

@@Brian-om2hh i think thats the problem

[@Undersnow243]

If your mate is driving like an ignorant slamming the pedal to the floor cold engine everyday, switching every 2 minutes between sport and drive mode thats normal the dsg will most likely fail

[@noelcahill6707]

@@Undersnow243 no his not its just a town car but from wat i hear that gear box gives problems

[@Matty12333]

Seems better than a ford fiesta

[@jamessykes3965]

Is it a six speed DSG or 7 speed.

[@AutoSocialUK]

@@jamessykes3965 it’s a 7 speed, completely my fault. I did know most VW group DGS’s are 7 speed, so I’m not sure why I mentioned 6

[@azut75]

I prefer the Skoda Labia ❤

[@laurentiutrifan8173]

Hi, Tish 💙

[@laurentiutrifan8173]

Fabia is cute 😍... suitable for a girl - who has mostly city car journeys. Therefore, an automatic gearbox is preferable ... especially in a big city ... with its busy roads ...

[@robertgrifiths9504]

the dsg is 7 speed not six

[@AutoSocialUK]

Sorry I did know that, so I don’t know why I said 6?? When someone first mentioned I was confused.

[@Brian-om2hh]

Earlier versions of the DSG were 6 speed...

[@DuncanStewart-xd1jw]

@@Brian-om2hh6speed is still available on other VW group products and is used where higher torque capacity is needed, such as in 2litre petrol and diesel engines. 7 speed has dry clutches and 6 speed has wet clutches.

[@super_user_2024]

Why so expensive???

[@thechewwitnet]

Strange that they brought the ugly arial back when the previous version didn't have it

[@AutoSocialUK]

I didn’t really think about that? 🤔 I wonder why

[@lw2978]

Nice review Tish but quite a few factual errors as previously mentioned by others, plus those admittedly fantastic looking alloys are 18", not 17".

[@AutoSocialUK]

Hold my hands up to the gearbox, I know it’s 7 speed, so that was simply a slip of the tongue, which happens when you have so much to speak about. Apologies I was working off the specs online: The Monte Carlo gets 17" Procyon black painted diamond cut alloy wheels. I was not informed this car had any upgrades so didn’t put two and two together

[@mrstuartrobertson]

at 2.23 the wheel says 215/45 r17 91v

[@johnsolimine1164]

Forget the car, we're here for the reviewer😉

[@AlaricsFather-in-Law-em8kz]

I don't know why so many car manufacturers are no longer producing small vehicles when there are more single people than ever? Does a single person really need or want a chunky SUV? How about bringing back small cars like i10 but that actually have some masculine design qualities instead of always looking like girly cars.

[@weareallblinded]

❤❤

[@bojankis5999]

The thing is that is not small car at all.

[@genepatrick4232]

This car 🚗 looks like BMW with that front grill. Nice 👍 interior exterior, small, but nice. Great 👌 interior, especially the seats. It's a very good 👍 effort by this car 🚗 company. Great 👌 review and love 💕🥰💘🤩 the sexy look Tish.🌹💎👙🌻.

[@David54W]

Not sure about that outfit the presenter has got on. Shorts ? Coat ? Waist line closer to her neck than her waist - what going on ?

[@Undersnow243]

What the fuck does it have to do with the main subject of the video??? Nobody cares dude thats a cringy comment

[@shill6449]

I must remember the request `shorter legs' the next time i'm born - sitting in the back of super-mini cars will become my exlusive area of expertise?

[@davidjones535]

I'm sorry but that's not a small car .

[@Brian-om2hh]

It's a supermini.....

[@TREVLACMAN]

Be even better with a 2 L engine

[@MG-pv4uq]

I've seen circus elephants wear trousers far more decently than this woman reviewer here 😂

[@MrGMawson2438]

Voyah's Zhiyin with 600 mile range & 15 min charging to sell in 60 countries The Electric Viking

[@Kingdonnerkebab]

🤮 nobody cares

[@MrDelgrigorov]

The price of this shitbox is just pure arrogance. They want over 30 k euro for this, no thank you.