Audi A3 Limousine vs Skoda Fabia – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

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

Skoda Fabia has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £, while the Audi A3 Limousine costs 27500 £. That’s a price difference of around 10637 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A3 Limousine manages with 4.40 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Skoda Fabia with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

Engine and Performance: Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A3 Limousine has a significantly edge – offering 400 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 250 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Skoda Fabia takes 8 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Limousine performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Skoda Fabia tops out at 222 km/h. The difference is around 28 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Limousine pulls clearly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, the Skoda Fabia is to a small extent lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1360 kg. The difference is around 217 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A3 Limousine offers a bit more room – 425 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Limousine barely noticeable takes the win – 480 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.

All in all, the Audi A3 Limousine shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.