Compare performance (110 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (10700 £ vs 20900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Sandero or Skoda Scala?
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 Scala costs 20900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10200 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Scala manages with 5 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Dacia Sandero with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
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 Scala has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 150 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Scala is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 8.20 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 10 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Scala performs a bit better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Dacia Sandero tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 38 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Scala pulls to a small extent stronger with 250 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.
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, Dacia Sandero is to a small extent lighter – 1089 kg compared to 1199 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Scala offers clearly perceptible more room – 467 L compared to 328 L. That’s a difference of about 139 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Scala performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1410 L, which is about 302 L more than the Dacia Sandero.
When it comes to payload, Dacia Sandero hardly perceptible takes the win – 436 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
The Skoda Scala is clearly superior overall 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.
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.
detailsThe Skoda Scala is a tidy, no-nonsense hatch that wraps clever packaging and composed manners into a compact, grown-up package. It’s the sensible choice for buyers who want everyday practicality with a dash of style and personality—no drama, just reliable charm.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
10700 - 16700 £
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Price
20900 - 30700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
105 - 140 g/km
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co2
114 - 126 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1089 - 1209 kg
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Curb weight
1199 - 1271 kg
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Trunk capacity
328 L
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Trunk capacity
467 L
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Length
4088 - 4099 mm
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Length
4362 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Width
1793 mm
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Height
1499 - 1535 mm
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Height
1514 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1108 L
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Max trunk capacity
1410 L
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Payload
404 - 436 kg
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Payload
403 - 431 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
67 - 110 HP
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10 - 16.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 s
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Max Speed
158 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
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Torque
95 - 200 Nm
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
49 - 81 kW
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Skoda
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The Dacia Sandero is available as Front-Wheel Drive.