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Dacia Sandero vs Skoda Fabia - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (110 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (10700 £ vs 16900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Sandero or Skoda Fabia?

Dacia Sandero

Skoda Fabia

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

Sandero

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Dacia Sandero has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 10700 £, while the Skoda Fabia costs 16900 £. That’s a price difference of around 6172 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Fabia manages with 4.90 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Dacia Sandero with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

Fabia

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 Skoda Fabia has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 177 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 10 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Fabia performs slightly better – reaching 228 km/h, while the Dacia Sandero tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Fabia pulls a bit stronger with 250 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

Sandero

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, Dacia Sandero is hardly perceptible lighter – 1089 kg compared to 1143 kg. The difference is around 54 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Fabia offers slightly more room – 380 L compared to 328 L. That’s a difference of about 52 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Fabia performs slight better – up to 1190 L, which is about 82 L more than the Dacia Sandero.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Fabia barely noticeable takes the win – 437 kg compared to 436 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Fabia shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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 £16,900
Fabia

Skoda Fabia

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 177 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.6 L
Dacia Sandero
Skoda Fabia

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Dacia Sandero

The Dacia Sandero is the everyman's hatchback — unpretentious, practical and brilliantly affordable, with sensible space and straightforward charm where it matters most. It won't wow in the premium lane, but for buyers who want honest, dependable transport without showroom theatrics, the Sandero is a clever, no‑nonsense pick that keeps running costs low and grin levels high.

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Skoda Fabia

The Skoda Fabia is a clever, no-nonsense small car that turns everyday chores into a breeze thanks to smart packaging and a surprisingly roomy cabin. It won’t set your pulses racing, but it’s a consistently sensible choice — reliable, easy to live with and blessed with a few neat tricks that make city life less faff.

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Dacia Sandero
Skoda Fabia
Sandero
Fabia

Costs and Consumption

Price
10700 - 16700 £
Price
16900 - 30500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 140 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1089 - 1209 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
Trunk capacity
328 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
4088 - 4099 mm
Length
4108 - 4137 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1499 - 1535 mm
Height
1458 - 1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
1108 L
Max trunk capacity
1190 L
Payload
404 - 436 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 110 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10 - 16.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
158 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
Torque
95 - 200 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
49 - 81 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Dacia Sandero?

The Dacia Sandero is available as 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.