2024 Skoda Fabia review (Monte Carlo)

[@simonlaughton3180]

Currently own a Fabia Monte Carlo. AUDI A1 similar spec costs at least $6000 more and a Polo GTI is approx $8000 more. The Skoda Monte Carlo wins hands down!

[@therightcar]

Glad you’re happy!

[@gregdebbiebyrnes5782]

EXACTLY! Too many of these reviewers are sloppy with their price comparisons. Audi A1 with same engine and spec is much more on the road. Likewise Polo GTI. And lesser polos are all 1L 3cyl. Not to mention Fabia is more spacious and practical than any of aforementioned others. Plus longer warranty and cheaper servicing. Just some good old badge snobbery going on here.

[@TheZippy1969]

Not me buddy pick my second mk4 Monte Carlo in a weeks time 👍🏻

[@Danyaero]

Not understanding why a sporty car comes with a manual hand break? Sorry…. Next

[@Iwishiwasflying]

@@Danyaerohand brake not hand break

[@Iwishiwasflying]

A basic Audi A1 with no options and only the 35 TFSI in white is 44k in NSW. A lot more $$$ than the Skoda, if you are going to infer other VAG group vehicles for a cost view point. At least ensure you are comparing vehicles within the same price bracket, options etc etc

[@therightcar]

According to the configurator, maybe. But the reality is that dealers are doing deals.

[@Iwishiwasflying]

@@therightcar so even the price of the Skoda you can get cheaper. Fleet prices for employees etc etc. all due respect but making Ilan inference that an Audi or VW is cheaper, is incorrect. You display a DA price in your review, make sure you are applying the same mentality across the board. I hope you understand what I’m say. You showed a DA price of 38k. I gave an example of a DA price of an Audi and now you’re trying to change the goal post

[@unclelive6918]

@@therightcar is the Skoda not doing deals?

[@gregturner_awod]

The Fabia Monte Carlo is without doubt a very well built and designed, a great driver’s car, and a nice interior. Most Skoda’s are worth buying above many other brands. The engine in this Skoda is a later build of the same engine in our Karoq Launch Edition, it’s a magnificent motor with great low down torque and the DSG gearbox in our Karoq is snappy and effective as you describe in this car. But the world is changing, and your suggestion of the MG4 is very relevant, albeit the higher grade model would be my pick if I was in the market. I’ve driven Skoda’s for years and love them, but test drove an MG4 at lower grade before I committed to my Tesla. You’d need to want the Monte Carlo, and I’m sure some buyers would, but it isn’t a practical car so it would be a matter of loving the car if you bought it. I’ll be interested to see Skoda EV’s when they arrive here. Thanks for another great review!

[@therightcar]

Thanks Greg!

[@MidnightCarp]

Appreciate the review, but we find the room in the back seat more than adequate and better than most at this size. I am 180cm and have no problems with the leg room plus it has excellent headroom compared to others in class. Had it now for two months and definitely recommend.

[@StephenFogarty2023]

If u want a stylish and very well equipped compact size “ Warm hatch “ At $ 39 k Drive Away This is a fantastic car Audi A1 ? Starts at over $ 41 k D/A That’s with 3 cylinder / 85 kw motor Halogen headlights Much smaller boot etc An equivalent A1 would probably be $ 50 k, or more !! Audi is 5 year warranty Skoda is 7 years Audi servicing would cost a lot more then the Skoda. By end of 2024, Skoda Australia will offer a less expensive version of the Fabia…

[@therightcar]

Good points. But you can get good deals on A1s… 🤩

[@StephenFogarty2023]

@@therightcar Yep Because it’s overpriced..

[@MLife1972]

Another great review. One gripe with the Fabia MC is that it doesn't have the adjustable boot floor that lets you have a flat loading area with the back seats down. Besides that, Skoda are killing themselves with these prices. The Polo GTI was on special for $40K AUD last month and that's a proper sports car. I said the same about the Kamiq in your review. Why buy a Kamiq when I can get a T-Roc for $37K? The only thing going for Skoda is their current 7 years servicing / warranty offer.

[@therightcar]

Thanks for the comment mate. Yep, I hear you. And I think Skoda realises it had some work to do to get back some of the ground it had in the past as an affordable choice.

[@colinmcinnes7120]

Just got home from looking at one of these, so great timing. Haven't looked at the Audi A1 so might have to throw that in the ring now, though Dr Google seems to indicate they will be much more expensive? There's one alternative you didn't cover and I haven't had a chance to test drive either yet, but I'm currently leaning to this or the Scala Signature. They both seem to be almost identical based on specs, Scala is almost the preferred choice based on additional room? Apart from some trim the cabin of both felt very similar with almost identical controls. Love to see a comparison of the two in next couple of weeks before I make a decision :)

[@therightcar]

Ha! The Scala is a lovely thing. Bigger boot and more usable back seat, and not as sporty to drive but a bit more mature.

[@MLife1972]

There's a mild facelift for the Scala this year, so you may want to hold off because I think it makes it quite a handsome car.

[@rgentleman9873]

Nice review, thanks. Also when you are talking about free space for phone and armrest it would be nice if you could also show it from upclose.

[@Grudlin74]

Didn't the previous Monte Carlo come with a sunroof as standard?

[@zaklettrezvenik]

The auto stop engine function is NOT saving fuel!

[@danielmaglione6376]

Can you do a review of the VW Polo

[@therightcar]

Yep! Got one in a few weeks.

[@danielmaglione6376]

can't wait😃@@therightcar

[@campbellreither550]

Lovely review thank you. Shame about the road noise and lack of room in the back. A bit pricey really.... And like all Skodas, seems a bit dated already. Any chance you can review the Audi A1 please?

[@therightcar]

Thanks! I’ve asked Audi for one. Hopefully in the coming months there will be one available.

[@briancurran1086]

I think after having driven a scala and watching this review id have to go with a near new or demo scala with the 110 4 cylinder engine. The scala drives great but we ended up with a subaru due to a few little niggles. Things like we didnt like the brake to accelerator relationship and thing's like the cup holders would drive you crazy.

[@mj31235]

Idk where did you get that price, i am considering buying one since brand new one is 26k€

[@therightcar]

It’s in Australia in AUD

[@ScottyJ1122]

The Skoda is the same car as the Polo and Audi, apart from minor changes. I think the GTO Polo and top of the range Audi A1 will still cost more than the Skoda Monte Carlo so a bot misleading really.

[@trinityhoult6395]

Well it’s actually not, it’s a Czech company that’s owned by VW. Absolutely nothing similar about any of them

[@ironside-z8s]

The 5 or 7 Year prepaid service is only valid for the First Owner and cannot be transferred to the New Owner, when selling the vehicle

[@tashartss]

Your pricing comparison with the polo and audi A1 is way off. They are both more expensive than the fabia. And also both a 1.0 litre engine so no comparison as this is the cheaper of the 3.

[@therightcar]

They’re not more expensive than the Fabia as a starting point. The Monte Carlo is expensive compared to a base A1 or Polo. And the 3-cyl is adequate.

[@tashartss]

@therightcar but the base models isn't really a comparison with feature's included in the fabia imo. As its between a base and a gti but more so closer to a gti. Anyways 👍

[@erik6554]

does it have blinkers?

[@deangreen3370]

got 2022 skoda fabia monte carlo

[@gregj7916]

I guess pass on the Fabia and negeotiate hard on an Octavia Liftback (unclear why Skoda Au is still bringing the Octavia with the 1.4 engine as the 1.5 engine is widely available in this model overseas). Does the paper 7 year warranty differ from the actual experience?

[@spiritblossoms4664]

Isn't Polo GTI more expensive than these at 42k and Audi A1 starts at 40k in Central coast

[@GlowingTube]

That's a lot of money for a warm small hatch... I won't be buying one anytime soon.

[@therightcar]

What would you buy for $39k?

[@GlowingTube]

@@therightcar A VW T-Roc for $36,990

[@deangreen3370]

🤣for $36,990 @@GlowingTube

[@lungaswazi9194]

I'd get an i20N

[@therightcar]

Oooft good call!!

[@zaamuro8408]

Yup, its only true price competitor, although being manual will rule out a lot of drivers.

[@davidhayes4814]

I am in UK. My partner has a i20N which she loves. It is certainly more engaging to drive than my Audi RS3 ….. lovely though the RS3 is, you can’t beat a retro pocket rocket like the i20N for sheer involvement …. Manual, real hand brake, lots of gadgets chucked in and shed loads of plastic. Magic

[@tassosjones9851]

and the paint starts falling of Hyundais are loosing paint

[@lungaswazi9194]

@@tassosjones9851 is that so? At just over 11 years and over 200 000km (~124 000mi) a family member's Sorento still looks great. Also...isn't the price difference and real world reliability proposition convincing enough for an aftermarket paint job?

[@ÁronBeňadik]

Tha base model costs around €25k, don't worry guys.

[@therightcar]

Yikes. I hear there’s a base model launching in Australia soon. It’d want to be less than $30k.

[@misterspeed118]

@@therightcarHe means the Base Monte Carlo. The Base model Fabia costs 19k€ on the Skoda website, but my local dealership sells the base model for about 17.500€

[@mvnorsel6354]

An expensive umbrella that comes with a car.

[@therightcar]

🤣🤣🤣

[@abshassan]

bdsm party aye Matt, please tell me more about this

[@therightcar]

Hahahaha 🤫

[@tomjamson1055]

I don't think the Fabia is even comparable with an A1 size wise its closer to an A3. The A1 is so small.

[@therightcar]

Fabia - 4108mm long, 1459mm tall, 1954mm wide A1 - 4029mm long, 1409mm tall, 1940mm wide There’s not that much in it. A3, for context, is a much larger car. A3 - 4343mm long, 1430mm tall and 1984mm wide

[@ditomek]

It has nothing to do with sport. I got one with 1,5 TSI. Bit of fun but no sport.

[@Rusties844]

What do you mean “no sport” cheers

[@ditomek]

@@Rusties844 three is a gap between fabia Monte cassino with 1.5 and next of kin polo GTI . Polo GTI is hothatch. But real sport car is doing a 100km/h under 6 sec. That's my opinion.

[@Rusties844]

@@ditomek I understand cheers, yes it’s not a polo gti performance, Or as good looking, but I’m looking for a little city car with a little bit of power, and this seems too be the car, I could get the polo gti but is worse on fuel economy,more fun yes but more expensive in long run,, what 0-100 do you get and average mpg. Cheers

[@rubyred8845]

A dececent car (hatch) but a bit pricey.

[@therightcar]

Yep, it’s on the high side.

[@snackbag-d2f]

I CAME TO WATCH A VIDEO ON THE FABIA WHY AM I WATCHING YOU TALK ABOUT OTHER CARS FOR OVER A MINUTE

[@Mexxx65]

...they have brilliant interiors!!!!! Oh wait

[@therightcar]

Yeah!

[@TheHayabusa09]

Great review, though had to google what a BDSM party is all about....

[@buncha5651]

Immediately lost interest at $38,000.

[@therightcar]

It’s on the high side.

[@craigelliott5028]

Skoda…. Once clever… now just super expensive and not worth it…buy a VW.

[@Iwishiwasflying]

Comparing a Chinese made car to something made in the EU. Makes sense NOT.

[@ron_zrl]

ummmm, cars should always be compared with one another (same segment of course) regardless of where one is made

[@therightcar]

Yeah where it’s made doesn’t change whether it’s good or not. A VW Polo, for instance, is made in South Africa!

[@Iwishiwasflying]

@@therightcar MG aren’t the same MG from the OG times. Volvo is now owned by the Chinese. Just look at how woeful GWM utes and similar are.

[@tonybennett638]

Skoda....tell them there jok😮...

[@therightcar]

Bit much?