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Fiat Panda vs Skoda Karoq – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Panda or Skoda Karoq?

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

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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.

Fiat Panda has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14100 £, while the Skoda Karoq costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 14948 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Karoq manages with 4.90 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Fiat Panda with 5 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

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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 Karoq has a clearly edge – offering 190 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Fiat Panda takes 13.90 s. That’s about 6.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Karoq performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Fiat Panda tops out at 164 km/h. The difference is around 57 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Karoq pulls decisively stronger with 360 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 268 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Skoda Karoq offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Fiat Panda is noticeable lighter – 1055 kg compared to 1380 kg. The difference is around 325 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers clearly more room – 521 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 296 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Karoq performs convincingly better – up to 1630 L, which is about 760 L more than the Fiat Panda.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Karoq clearly perceptible takes the win – 549 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 184 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Karoq proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Karoq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,100
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Skoda Karoq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 7.6 L

Fiat Panda

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The Panda is a charming, no-nonsense city companion that mixes cheerful Italian flair with genuinely useful practicality, making tight streets and daily errands feel less of a chore. Its honest simplicity, clever packaging and a dash of cheeky character make it a smart, low-stress buy for people who prefer sensible perks over showroom flash.

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Skoda Karoq

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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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Fiat Panda
Skoda Karoq
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Costs and Consumption

Price
14100 £
Price
29100 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
113 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1055 kg
Curb weight
1380 - 1655 kg
Trunk capacity
225 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
3635 mm
Length
4384 - 4390 mm
Width
1643 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1551 mm
Height
1624 - 1629 mm
Max trunk capacity
870 L
Max trunk capacity
1630 L
Payload
365 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
70 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
164 km/h
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Torque
92 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
51 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Skoda
Is the Fiat Panda offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include 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.