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Audi A1 vs Skoda Karoq – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A1 or Skoda Karoq?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi A1 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19700 £, while the Skoda Karoq costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 9411 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Karoq manages with 4.90 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Audi A1 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A1 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 207 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A1 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Skoda Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A1 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 245 km/h, while the Skoda Karoq tops out at 221 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Karoq pulls to a small extent stronger with 360 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi A1 is to a small extent lighter – 1175 kg compared to 1380 kg. The difference is around 205 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers clearly perceptible more room – 521 L compared to 335 L. That’s a difference of about 186 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Karoq performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1630 L, which is about 540 L more than the Audi A1.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Karoq slightly takes the win – 549 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Karoq shows itself to be wins by a narrow margin and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £29,100
Karoq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Skoda Karoq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 7.6 L

Audi A1

The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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Skoda Karoq

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The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Audi A1
Skoda Karoq
A1 @ Audi AG
Karoq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Costs and Consumption

Price
19700 - 28300 £
Price
29100 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
118 - 146 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1175 - 1365 kg
Curb weight
1380 - 1655 kg
Trunk capacity
335 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
4029 - 4046 mm
Length
4384 - 4390 mm
Width
1740 - 1756 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1409 - 1459 mm
Height
1624 - 1629 mm
Max trunk capacity
1090 L
Max trunk capacity
1630 L
Payload
410 - 470 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
182 - 245 km/h
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Audi
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Audi A1?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.