Pricing for the 2010 Skoda Fabia vRS version that will hit Britain’s market at the end of July has just been confirmed.
Both the hatchback and estate version 2010 Skoda Fabia vRS will use the 1.4-litre TSI engine that is turbocharged and supercharged and which packs 180BHP. Power is put to the ground via a 7-speed DSG gearbox with paddleshift so besides hitting 62 mph from a standstill in 7.3 seconds, the 2010 Skoda Fabia vRS is also able to return 45.6 mpg (UK rating).
An XDS electronic differential is also been added for more precise cornering, and a top speed of 139 mpg (140 mpg in the estate) can be reached.
The 2010 Skoda Fabia vRS price starts at 15,700 GBP for the hatch while the estate has been priced at   16,495 GBP.
Skoda press release :
The fantastic new Fabia vRS will be officially launched in the UK on
Thursday 29 July 2010, and prices and specification have been confirmed.
The new vRS is the fastest production Fabia ever built, and builds on
its predecessor’s reputation for high performance, low running costs
and remarkable value for money.
Available as a hatch and estate, the vRS is powered by the fantastic
1.4 TSI 180bhp engine in tandem with a 7-speed DSG transmission, with
ESP, HHC (Hill Hold Control) and XDS (Electronic Differential System).
Acceleration from 0-62mph takes just 7.3 secs, with a top speed of
139mph (140mph for the estate).
The new vRS features stylish 17-inch ‘Gigaro’ alloy wheels, LED
daylight running lights, sunset glass and vRS body kit giving it a very
sporty appearance. Customers can also choose an optional white or black
roof with a range of body colours, including the new Rallye Green,
inspired by the Škoda Fabia S2000 rally car.
Inside, the vRS boasts figure-hugging vRS sports seats, a three-spoke
multi-function steering wheel with radio controls and paddles for
changing gear and MDI (Multi-Device Interface) for use with iPods and
other mp3 players.
Overall, the vRS offers fantastic value for money, particularly when
compared to the competition. Where else can you find a 180bhp engine
with DSG, paddles, LED lights and loads of standard kit for £15,700 for
the hatch and £16,495 for the estate version?
Pricing

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Hatch Gearbox CO2 VED Band Recommended OTR
Fabia vRS 1.4 TSI 180bhp DSG 7spd 148 F £15,700
Estate Gearbox CO2 VED Band Recommended OTR
Fabia vRS 1.4 TSI 180bhp DSG 7spd 148 F £16,495

Standard specification

  • 17" alloy wheels "GIGARO" 7J x 17"
  • 3-spoke multi-function leather sports steering wheel w/ paddles
    & controls for radio
  • Alarm with tilt sensor
  • Driver, passenger, side and curtain airbags
  • Electric front windows
  • ESP (incl ABS, MSR and ASR)+HHC+TPM+XDS (ESP with Hill Hold Control,
    Tyre Pressure Monitor and Electonically Controlled Differential)
  • Height adjustable driver’s and passenger seat
  • ISOFIX in outer rear seats
  • LED daylight running lights
  • Manual air conditioning
  • Maxi-dot trip computer
  • MDI (Multi-device interface and cable for connecting MP3 players)
  • Radio ‘Swing’ 2DIN CD and 8 speakers (can play MP3 recordings)
  • Rear chrome double exhaust pipe
  • Rear spoiler (painted in body colour or roof colour)
  • Remote central locking
  • Small leather pack (handbrake, gearknob and gaiter)
  • Sport seats with vRS logo
  • Sports suspension
  • Stainless steel pedals and vRS logo on kickplates
  • Sunset glass (from the B-pillar back)
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Technical data

  Fabia vRS Hatch
1.4 TSI 180bhp DSG
Fabia vRS Estate
1.4 TSI 180bhp DSG
Emissions    
CO2 (g/km) 148 148
Standard Euro emissions EUV
Engine and drive train
CC 1,390
Compression ratio 10.0:1
Fuel delivery Direct injection
Number of gears 7
Performance
0 to 62 mph (secs) 7.3 7.3
Engine power (bhp/rpm) 180/6,200 180/6,200
Engine torque (Nm) 250/2,000-4,500 250/2,000-4,500
Top speed (mph) 139 140
Fuel consumption
EC urban (mpg) 36.7
EC extra-urban (mpg) 54.3
EC combined (mpg) 45.6
Tyre size front/rear 205/40 R17 84W 205/40 R17 84W
Weight and capacities
Gross vehicle weight 1,718 1,713
Luggage capacity (seats down) 1,163 1,460
Luggage capacity (seats up) 300 480
Max loading weight 400 400
Max roof load 75 75
Max towing weight – braked
Max towing weight – unbraked
Kerbweight 1,318 1,313
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Colours
Fabia vRS will be available in a range of colours with optional black
or white roofs. Estate is not available with a coloured roof.

  Black  roof White roof
Rallye Green Metallic * *
Race Blue Metallic *
Black Magic Pearl Effect *
Brilliant Silver Metallic *
Sprint Yellow *
Corrida Red *
Candy White *
Source: Skoda