FABIA, Skoda's new supermini range, goes on sale on March 3 with on-the-road prices starting from £7,599. The five-door hatchback is offered with a choice of three petrol engines, 1.9-litre normally-aspirated and turbocharged diesel units, and three trims - Classic, Comfort and Elegance.

A three-year unlimited mileage manufacturer's warranty is part of a package which includes three years/45,000 miles free servicing, three years AA roadside assistance and 10 years anti-corrosion cover. Prices: Classic 1.0 £7,599, Classic 1.4 £7,999, Classic 1.9 SDi £8,699, Comfort 1.4 £9,799, Comfort 1.4 16V £10,799, Comfort 1.9 SDi £10,499, Comfort 1.9 TDi £11,599, Elegance 1.4 16V £11,599, Elegance 1.9 TDi £12,399.