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Audi A1 vs Skoda Karoq comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (20,000 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A1 or Skoda Karoq?

Audi A1 vs Skoda Karoq: Key differences

Audi A1

2.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more efficient
  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A1

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A1 is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the Skoda Karoq costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,111 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Karoq uses 4.9 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Audi A1 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Karoq

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 offers barely more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A1 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Skoda Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Karoq delivers slightly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

A1

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A1 is a bit lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,380 kg. The difference is around 205 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers noticeably more boot space – 521 L compared to 335 L. That’s a difference of about 186 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Karoq carries somewhat more – 549 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A1 holds a narrow overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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A1

Audi A1

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
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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

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
118 - 146 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
335 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
-
Length
4,390 mm
Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
-
Height
1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,630 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
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Max Speed
192 - 210 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 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Audi
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Audi A1 have?

The Audi A1 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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