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CUPRA Tavascan vs Skoda Scala comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (42,800 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Tavascan or Skoda Scala?

CUPRA Tavascan vs Skoda Scala: Key differences

CUPRA Tavascan

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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Skoda Scala

4.9 (7 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Tavascan

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Scala is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the CUPRA Tavascan costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,343 £.

Scala

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 CUPRA Tavascan offers considerably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Tavascan is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Skoda Scala takes 8.2 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Tavascan delivers considerably more torque with 545 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 295 Nm more.

Tavascan

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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Scala is clearly lighter – 1,199 kg compared to 2,096 kg. The difference is around 897 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Tavascan offers slightly more boot space – 540 L compared to 467 L. That’s a difference of about 73 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Tavascan carries a bit more – 518 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 87 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Tavascan stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £42,800
Tavascan

CUPRA Tavascan

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 441 - 557 km
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The Cupra Tavascan blends athletic styling with a premium, driver-focused cabin, giving the electric crossover a distinctly sporty character. It feels poised and engaging on the road while standing out with bold design cues and a modern, high-quality finish.

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Reviews CUPRA Tavascan

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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David
25 Apr 2026, 10:57:49

Both are very good. The range and energy consumption is beter in the cupra. The cupra is also more responsive and it handles beter. The Kia is more spacious and slightly beter tech wise. The Kia is more a family car.

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4.9 (7 Reviews)
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Jose Ant.
1 Feb 2026, 04:13:05

The Scala is roomier inside than it looks, and very agile on both the highway and in town — ideal for practical, family use. It also uses less fuel.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,800 - 50,500 £
Price
21,400 - 31,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
441 - 557 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
114 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,096 - 2,273 kg
Curb weight
1,199 - 1,271 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
467 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
507 - 518 kg
Payload
403 - 431 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Tavascan?

The CUPRA Tavascan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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