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ŠKODA Australia introduces Rapid Monte Carlo (492)

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A popular model within theŠKODA Fabia range, the sporty Monte Carlo model makes its return to Australia, now available in theŠKODA Rapid range. Replacing the Rapid Elegance model, the Rapid Monte Carlo offers customers a new higher level of specification above the standard Rapid model, with a raft of sports-themed visual cues and an upgraded Euro-6 92kW TSI engine, as part ofŠKODA Australia's MY16 upgrades.

The Rapid Monte Carlo, available with the EU6 81TSI or new 92TSI engine, is instantly recognisable, with 17-inch black "Savio" alloy wheels and xenon headlights. Adding further street presence, the Monte Carlo design packs lifts the sporty Rapid's exterior with black headlight and foglight surrounds, a black grille, black side mirrors and an extended glass tailgate.

Inside the Monte Carlo's cockpit, the unique touches continue, with a panoramic glass roof, privacy glass, carbon-style dashboard inserts, a black instrument clusters and unique door sills.

Adding further levels of specification, the Rapid Monte Carlo also comes standard with a host of safety and convenience features above the standard Rapid specification. This includes rear parking sensors, light assist, rain sensing wipers, front fog lights with cornering function and height adjustable driver and passenger seats.

Michael Irmer, Director ofŠKODA Australia, is pleased to see the Monte Carlo nameplate return to Australia.

The Fabia Monte Carlo was a great car in our range and one that customers loved. We're very pleased to be introducing a new Monte Carlo to our range, this time offering the unique upgrades to the extremely versatile Rapid model. It seems you can have your cake and eat it too, Mr Irmer said.

The Rapid Monte Carlo is available to order now fromŠKODA Australia's dealer network, with vehicles to arrive in the coming months

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