The new Skoda Fabia Scout estate has launched in the UK, available to buy now with a choice of one petrol and two diesel engines mated to a five-speed manual box.
Prices start at £12,815 for the entry-level 85bhp 1.4-litre petrol. Diesel options include the 105bhp 1.9-litre TDI and the 80bhp 1.4-litre TDI for £14,380 and £13,695 respectively.
The 1.4 TDI returns 61.4mpg on the combined cycle with CO2 emissions of 120g/km attracting £35 road tax.
The front-wheel-drive Fabia Scout is based on a Fabia 2 and features some mild SUV stylings with protective body mouldings, 16” Scout alloy wheels, silver roof rails and Scout upholstery in addition to Fabia 2 standard kit, including cruise control, ESP with ABS, sunset glass and alloy trim.
Options for the Fabia Scout include a variable boot floor at £120 and 17” alloy wheels for £300.

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