Škoda unveils special Fabia 130- the brand's fastest Fabia yet!

In celebration of its 130th anniversary, Škoda has pulled the covers off a new, high-performance version of the Fabia hatchback. Dubbed the “Fabia 130,” this special edition packs a significant power boost, making it the fastest series-production Fabia ever, though it notably avoids the coveted “RS” badge.

Škoda Fabia 130 power and performance

The Škoda Fabia 130 packs a 1.5-litre turbo engine producing 130kW, up from 110kW in the Monte Carlo edition. Despite this increase, it is slightly slower off the line than the older Fabia RS 132TSI.

The Škoda Fabia 130 has a combined fuel consumption of 5.5–5.6 L/100 km and combined CO₂ emissions of 126–128 g/km, depending on the selected equipment.

Key performance features:

• Lowered suspension and retuned handling for sportier driving
• Revised seven-speed dual-clutch transmission
• New intake plenum, rocker arms, and vibration damper for increased output
• Torque remains 250Nm, now available from 1,500–4,000 rpm

Handling and driving dynamics

Škoda has upgraded the Fabia 130’s driving feel:

• Sharper steering response and feedback
• Stability control with a two-stage sport mode, allowing increased slip before intervention
• Sport-oriented tuning to complement the more powerful engine

Rally-inspired heritage

The Fabia 130 draws inspiration from Škoda’s RS Rally2 cars, which have won rallies worldwide. This special edition brings motorsport DNA to the street, combining championship-proven performance with everyday usability.

Exterior and interior highlights

The Škoda Fabia 130 features distinct styling cues and interior enhancements:

Exterior upgrades:

• Black detailing on roof, rear wing, rear diffuser, and front spoiler
• 18-inch “Libra” alloy wheels with smoked finish
• Black-accented bi-LED headlights and dual exhaust tips
• Motorsport-inspired black stripe across the tailgate

Interior upgrades:

• Electrically adjustable front sport seats
• Three-spoke sports steering wheel
• Stainless steel pedal covers and black door sill plates

Verdict and availability

The Škoda Fabia 130 is a compelling and fitting tribute to the brand’s 130-year journey. It successfully blends everyday usability with genuine hot hatch performance.

Currently, this special edition is only confirmed for select European markets. However, its very existence is exciting news for enthusiasts. By fitting the Fabia with a more powerful engine and a comprehensive sports chassis, Škoda has strongly hinted that a full-blown Fabia RS revival could be a very real possibility for the future.