History 2010s

Škoda Fabia R5

Overview

Launched in 2015 to meet the new R5 regulations, the Škoda Fabia R5 was the successor to the highly successful Fabia S2000. Unlike its naturally aspirated predecessor, the R5 used a turbocharged engine, delivering more torque and flexibility. Designed for customer teams worldwide, it combined affordability with exceptional performance, quickly becoming the most popular R5-spec rally car on the planet.


Technical Specs & Innovations

Its development focused on maximizing grip, stability, and reliability — making it a proven winner across gravel, asphalt, and snow rallies.


🏆 Competitive Highlights

  • WRC-2 Championships: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019.
  • Multiple ERC titles and over 100 national championship wins worldwide.
  • Driven by stars like Jan Kopecký, Pontus Tidemand, and Kalle Rovanperä during their rise through the ranks.

Its sheer dominance made it the most successful R5 car in rally history, often outpacing rivals by minutes.


Driving Characteristics

The Fabia R5 offered a balanced and forgiving chassis, allowing both seasoned pros and talented newcomers to extract speed. Its strong low-end torque from the turbo engine made it more versatile than the high-revving S2000, with improved traction and acceleration out of tight corners.


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